Equal Justice Works Launches Disaster Recovery Legal Corps
"In the aftermath of hurricanes and other natural disasters, there is a pressing need for lawyers as individuals are left to deal with a host of legal issues," said
Fellows will begin their two-year terms following a three-day training in
Equal Justice Works will draw on years of experience in bringing together talented lawyers who can deliver critical legal assistance to individuals following a disaster. Since 2005, the organization has mobilized 45 disaster recovery Fellows to provide legal aid to individuals affected by crises, including tornadoes in
Disaster Recovery Legal Corps received philanthropic support from the
Over the past three decades, Equal Justice Works has awarded more than 2,000 Fellowships to public interest lawyers committed to building a more just society. Roughly 85 percent of Fellows continue to serve the public interest beyond their Fellowships.
Click here to learn more about the Disaster Recovery Legal Corps Fellows.
About Equal Justice Works
Equal Justice Works is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a just society by mobilizing the next generation of attorneys committed to equal justice. In collaboration with the nation's leading law schools, law firms, corporate legal departments, and nonprofit organizations, Equal Justice Works offers a continuum of opportunities that provide the training and skills that enable attorneys to provide effective representation to underserved communities and causes. Visit www.equaljusticeworks.org for more information.
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Phone: 202-466-3686
www.equaljusticeworks.org
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