Legal Aid
Legal aid includes free or low-cost lawyers, legal clinics, and court navigation that help people resolve civil issues such as eviction, benefits access, immigration, and consumer debt. These advocates protect residents’ rights and help keep families housed, safe, and financially stable.
News related to Legal Aid
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TOOLKIT: Support Survivors of Sexual Violence (SB 6017)
Legislation SB 6017 has been introduced in Washington state to enhance protections for survivors of sexual violence. The bill, shaped by ...
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Saathi, IACS’s Companion in Crisis
Meghna’s story illustrates the hidden violence faced by many immigrant women, rooted in societal norms that dictate their behavior. Raise...
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Meet board member Tasha Murphy
Tasha Murphy, a senior research scientist at the University of Washington, emphasizes the link between emotional distress and physical pa...
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Here’s how to see attorney and agent fees paid by VA
Beginning this month, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will publicly disclose the amounts it pays to VA-accredited attorneys and c...
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Growing Older Your Way: Proactive Planning
Sarah, a retiree, is taking on new challenges, like learning to ski with her grandkids. Having struggled with her parents’ aging journey,...
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How DAV and community partners help at-risk and unhoused veterans
Army veteran Donnie Lionberger, once homeless and battling addiction, now supports fellow veterans at the DAV Homeless Veterans Stand Dow...
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Partnering to stop homelessness at its source
Many residents in Seattle and King County face difficult choices due to rising costs of housing and basic necessities. In January 2025, e...
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State disciplines health care providers (01-14-2026)
The Washington State Department of Health has announced disciplinary actions against several health care providers as of January 14, 2026...
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Know Your Rights Webinars (Northwest Immigrant Rights Project)
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project is hosting free Know Your Rights (KYR) webinars to help community members understand their legal right...
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VA limits apportionment of disability benefits
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a new ruling that limits the circumstances under which disability benefits can...
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CRP Update – January 2026: New funding opportunities are open!
Commerce’s Community Reinvestment Program (CRP) has introduced two new funding opportunities for community-based organizations. The CRP R...
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Mayor Wilson’s statement on ICE activity
Mayor Katie B. Wilson expressed outrage over the recent detention of three North Seattle residents by armed ICE agents in an unmarked veh...
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State revokes, suspends licenses, certifications, registrations of health care providers (01-08-2026)
The Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the licenses and certifications of several health care providers due t...
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Statement on Immigration Enforcement Actions in Seattle and Minneapolis
Seattle Councilmembers Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Dionne Foster condemned the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an Immigration and Cu...
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Councilmember Lin: We stand with our immigrant communities, in Seattle and across the U.S.
Councilmember Eddie Lin of Seattle’s District 2 condemned the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following the shooting...
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Here’s how our state can step up where the other Washington has turned its back
Washington state aims to support its residents in the face of rising poverty and federal funding cuts. Unlike the federal government, whi...
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Councilmember Kettle statement on Seattle’s enforcement of public drug use laws
Councilmember Bob Kettle of District 7 addressed recent misinformation about Seattle’s drug enforcement policies. On January 5, 2026, he ...
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State disciplines health care providers (01-05-2026)
The Washington State Department of Health has announced disciplinary actions against various health care providers as of January 5, 2026....
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Do you need an advance directive?
An advance directive is a crucial document that articulates your healthcare wishes in case you cannot express them due to illness or inju...
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‘Leveling the Playing Field’: How the Library Supports Nonprofits
As the year ends, many people support nonprofits that benefit their communities, and the Library plays a crucial role in aiding these org...
Events for Legal Aid
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Hearing on SB 6017
The Washington Senate Law & Justice Committee will hold a hearing on Senate Bill 6017 on January 26, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. This importa...
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Social Services Community Connection
Join the Social Services Community Connection on Jan. 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the South Park Neighborhood Center, located at 82...
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Immigration Updates Webinar
Join us for the Immigration Updates Webinar on January 27, 2026, at 5 p.m. PST. This informative session will provide attendees with the ...
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East King County Family Resource Center - Information and Assistance Services - Cantonese and Mandarin Speaking
The East King County Family Resource Center offers information and assistance services for Cantonese and Mandarin speakers on Jan. 28 fro...
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Announcement of New Grants
Join us on January 31, 2026, for the announcement of two new grants aimed at enhancing housing initiatives and supporting Local Advisory ...
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CRP Legal Aid Grants Application Deadline
The CRP Legal Aid Grants application deadline is February 4, 2026. This event provides an opportunity for organizations focused on expand...
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Changes to VA Disability Benefits Apportionment
Join us on February 9, 2026, for an informative session on the recent changes to VA disability benefits apportionment. This event will pr...
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CRP Reentry Grants Application Deadline
The application deadline for the CRP Reentry Grants is February 13, 2026. These grants are designed to support individuals transitioning ...
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Small Claims Program Training
Join the Dispute Resolution Center of King County for a Small Claims Program Training on March 18, 2026, at 9 a.m. This informative sessi...