Along with the joys of parenthood comes, historically, the balancing act between work and home life responsibilities, whether it’s a household of two parents or one. When the scales are balanced, you should hope all goes smoothly. But when resources are limited, a family emergency can tip the scales. The choice between essentials like food, utilities, healthcare, safety, and shelter […]
In observance of Veterans Day, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Monday, November 14, 2022. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.
Houston, TX – As the gift-giving season is right around the corner, donors have the opportunity to pass on a gift that gives back. Today marks the start of Lone Star Legal Aid’s first annual Giving Season online auction, as part of the Help Us Help Texans campaign to help those struggling to make ends meet. The online auction is […]
Latham & Watkins has been a committed pro bono partner with Lone Star Legal Aid for multiple years. Over the course of the bar year, nearly 70 attorneys from Latham & Watkins donated their time towards preparing much-needed estate planning documents for our clients. The firm is committed to serving those that may otherwise go unassisted, and they frequently and […]
PLEASE NOTE: This website has a Safety Exit feature. By clicking the button in the upper right corner or clicking the Escape key on your keyboard, this website will automatically close and be removed from your search history. Over the past 30+ years, since Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) began, much progress has been made to support survivors of […]
Every October, the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) asks us to renew or join the commitment to help “Take A Bite Out Of Crime®.” In 1984, October was designated as Crime Prevention Month through a Presidential proclamation and since then, NCPC has been working with local law enforcement, government agencies, civic groups, schools and businesses, and other organizations to help […]
You and your family’s personal safety comes first when preparing for a disaster. Disasters can take lives, homes, cars, as well as all of your personal belongings. Having your personal information and documentation safe is vital to start the recovery process. Taking the time to protect these documents will save you from unnecessary stress following a disaster. You can also […]
English National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15 in the United States to recognize the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. The theme for 2022 is “Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation.” This year, Lone Star Legal Aid stands united with Texas Latinx and […]
In observance of Labor Day, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.
The Poverty Law Conference is hosted annually by the State Bar of Texas to educate poverty law attorneys about the legal issues that affect low-income Texans. This year, the 2022 conference was hybrid, with in-person presentations and award ceremonies in Austin, Texas. Many Lone Star Legal Aid staff were in attendance this year. Presentations by Lone Star Legal Aid Wednesday, […]
Port Arthur, TX – Lone Star Legal Aid is proud to announce that sales at the Port Arthur Chipotle Mexican Grill location (2780 Highway 365, Port Arthur, TX 77460) on Friday, October 15, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM will benefit our firm. Ways to support this fundraiser 33% of fundraiser sales will benefit LSLA. Order online for pickup […]
Houston, TX – Lone Star Legal Aid is proud to announce that pizza sales at the Sawyer Heights MOD Pizza location (1911 Taylor St, Ste. A, Houston, TX 77007) on Sunday, September 11, 2022, will benefit our Military & Veterans Unit. Ways to support this fundraiser Receive 20% off all digital and in-store fundraiser sales on September 11, 2022 by: […]
A Brief History of Discriminatory Language Instruments In the Southern United States from the 1920s to the 1940s, cities had laws requiring People of Color to live in certain areas. Property was also restricted by instruments that created “white only” subdivisions. In 1948, the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Shelley v. Kraemer struck down racially restrictive housing covenants. In 1985, […]
In the Southern United States, 22.2 million people live below 125% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Legal Services Corporation (LSC) funds many legal aid organizations so that low-income individuals and families can receive the help they need. In a 2022 report by LSC, known as The Justice Gap, it was found that 53% of low-income Americans “did not know […]
UPDATE – This is the final week to purchase tickets. Houston, TX – Night Court, a fundraising event that has raised over $1 million for charitable causes, returns to The Hobby Center from August 17-20, 2022 with Justice by the Dozen. Proceeds will support local legal aid providers: AVDA Beacon Child Advocates HAWC Children’s Court Services Houston Volunteer Lawyers Lone Star […]
EPA Objects to Valero Houston Refinery’s Title V Air Permit Due to TCEQ Compliance Failure, Continues to Rely on Harmful Policy that Endangers Clean Air Media Contacts: Tom Pelton, Environmental Integrity Project, 443-510-2574 or tpelton@environmentalintegrity.org Alexandria Trimble, Earthjustice, (202) 792-6889, atrimble@earthjustice.org Clarissa Ayala, Lone Star Legal Aid, 832-627-8404, cayala@lonestarlegal.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, July 7, 2022 Austin, Texas – The U.S. Environmental […]
In observance of Independence Day, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.
In observance of Juneteenth, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.
Extreme heat conditions have been reported all throughout Texas for the past few summers. Make sure you’re prepared to beat the heat with our tips, resources, and explanation of renters’ rights. Tips for Staying Cool According to KHOU, “If the heat index hits at least 108 for two consecutive days, Houston Health Department will open cooling centers.” If you lose […]
Lone Star Legal Aid joins the National PRIDE celebration throughout the month of June. The first Pride March was held in June 1970 to commemorate the Stonewall Riots/Uprising of 1969, and the LGBTQIA+ community has been gathering annually since to march for social justice, equal rights, and celebrate social and self acceptance. A year prior, members of the gay community […]