Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc.

#IdahoGives is less than a week away! If you've never donated to Idaho Legal Aid before, now is the time to do it! The nonprofit that receives the first online donation at midnight on April 28th will receive a $1,000 prize; and if you make a donation through Idaho Gives to a nonprofit that is a new organization to you, you'll be entered to win a free Alaska Airlines flight! (Indicate on your donation form that ILAS is a new org for you and add "Alaska Airlines" in the comments). https://lnkd.in/g_tumq6s

This #GivingTuesday, your donation to Idaho Legal Aid can fund legal work on behalf of the most vulnerable Idahoans. Our attorneys are doing great work every day, such as helping a senior access Medicaid benefits so they can afford nursing home care; or helping a domestic violence survivor leave an abusive spouse. Give now at bit.ly/GivingILAS

We're #hiring a new Staff Attorney in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Apply today or share this post with your network.

Idaho Legal Aid Services (ILAS), a statewide nonprofit law firm committed to serving the civil legal needs of low-income Idahoans, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sunrise Ayers as its new Executive Director. With nearly two decades of dedicated service at ILAS, Sunrise has played a pivotal role in enhancing access to justice for Idaho’s low-income communities. Her selection by the ILAS Board of Directors follows a process that began earlier this year, after Jim Cook announced his decision to step down after 25 years at ILAS, 11 as Executive Director. Jim will continue to serve as Executive Director until November 15. Sunrise’s journey with ILAS began in 2006 when she joined as a staff attorney, driven by her passion for public service and commitment to supporting those in need. Over the years, she has held several key leadership roles, including Managing Attorney of the Boise Office and Deputy Director, a role she has held since 2018. During her tenure, she has overseen critical programs that have profoundly improved ILAS’s ability to serve its low-income client community. "We are thrilled to have Sunrise step into the role of Executive Director,” said Jim Cook. “Her vision, dedication, and profound understanding of our mission make her the ideal leader to guide ILAS forward.” "As Executive Director, I plan to continue to be a strenuous advocate for access to justice for all Idahoans, and am honored to have this opportunity to serve our client communities. ILAS is an incredible organization, supported by a talented and compassionate staff and a dedicated Board, all of whom work tirelessly to improve the lives of low-income Idahoans. I believe deeply in our mission and the impact of our work and I can’t wait to see what we can accomplish in the years ahead.” Sunrise is an Idahoan who graduated from Kuna High School, earned her Bachelor’s degree, magna cum laude, from the College of Idaho and her Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College. She resides in the Treasure Valley with her husband and two sons. For more information or to schedule an interview with Sunrise Ayers, please contact Evan Curry, Director of Development, at (208) 807-2214 or evancurry@idaholegalaid.org. About Idaho Legal Aid Services: ILAS’s mission is to provide equal access to justice for low-income people through quality advocacy and education. Housing cases are the largest by volume. Serving survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking consume the biggest share of resources. Public entitlements, including helping seniors to obtain Medicaid for long term care is another sizable practice area. ILAS has units focused on serving Native Americans and agricultural workers as well as an impact practice focused on federal litigation.

We're #hiring a new Deputy Director in Boise, Idaho. Apply today or share this post with your network.

Attention Idaho lawyers: Idaho's most vulnerable citizens need you! As a lawyer, you have the skills and expertise to make a real difference in their lives. Volunteer with Idaho Legal Aid and provide essential legal assistance to those who need it most.

Idaho Legal Aid is #hiring our next Executive Director to lead an amazing team of talented and dedicated employees as we further our mission to provide equal access to justice for low-income people through quality advocacy and education. https://lnkd.in/g8sYBP3t

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