The Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) and Acadiana Legal Service Corporation (ALSC) have partnered to address the shortage of affordable civil legal services in rural Louisiana. The LSBA’s Access to Justice Department administers the Legal Innovators for Tomorrow (LIFT) Program,…
Changes to SNAP Benefits approved on August 4, 2025, have been in effect since February 18, 2026. The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) shared a press release about the new SNAP healthy food waiver. The waiver aims to strengthen access…
Navigating Medicare for the first time can feel overwhelming, but you are not alone. Help is available. Whether you are approaching eligibility, enrolling for the first time, or addressing issues with your current coverage, there are reliable resources designed to…
We ended the 2025 year with free legal education and clinics, community support, and improved industry practices in public interest law. Read more here.
Nearly 600,000 people in Louisiana are estimated to be eligible for expungement of qualifying criminal records. Louisiana’s expungement laws remain among the most complex and restrictive in the country, creating significant barriers for those seeking a fresh start. Demand for…
Our lifeline is at risk We provide free civil legal services to low-income individuals across a 42-parish region, where over 400,000 people are eligible for help. From protecting survivors of domestic violence to defending the rights of seniors, children, and families in crisis - our…
According to a recent press release, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a 2.8 percent increase in 2025, which translates to a $56 per month increase in Social Security retirement benefits starting in January 2026. To read more about the…
The Louisiana Blue Tarp Program application period starts November 17, 2025 and is open until November 21, 2025 for St. Landry and Jackson Parishes. Applications accepted through email and mail starts Monday, November 17, 2025 at 8:00AM and will close…
Our impact in 2024 includes over 10,000 persons serviced in our 42-parish service area. Whether it's helping a veteran secure housing, assisting a senior with a benefits appeal, or representing a parent fighting for custody and safety, your partnership ensures…
October is Pro Bono Week nationwide. In 2022, Louisiana's poverty rate was 18.6%, and every dollar spent on Louisiana's civil legal aid services provides $13.28 in immediate and long-term financial benefits to those who qualify for legal help, living up…
