Judicare Legal Aid

The Family Law Information Clinic helps people in Marathon County who don’t have lawyers with family law cases for FREE. We?provide support with forms and explain the legal process. ? Sign up today! https://lnkd.in/gj257K8k

We were honored to collaborate with fellow Midwestern legal aid programs on a panel highlighting the critical work legal aid providers do to help people in crisis. ? Civil legal aid is something people don’t think about—until they have no other choice. It’s there when they’re in crisis, facing eviction, abuse, or financial hardship, ensuring that legal help isn’t just for those who can pay for it. ? With Legal Services Corporation funding, Judicare Legal Aid was able to provide legal help in over 2,800 cases last year. These cases represented 2,899 rural residents, 2,757 families with minor children, 833 seniors, 647 victims of crime, and 125 veterans.

This #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the strength and resilience of women everywhere.

Yesterday, several of our grantees from Midwestern states gathered at the Capitol for an inspiring event—On the Ground with Legal Aid—to raise awareness about the vital role legal aid plays in our communities. The event featured a powerful panel of legal aid attorneys who are working on cases related to domestic violence and the opioid crisis. Additionally, Nadine Chest, a former client of Legal Aid Chicago and a veteran, shared her inspiring story. She came to Legal Aid Chicago seeking assistance with a consumer debt case, fearing she would lose everything. Thanks to the expertise and support of Legal Aid staff, she didn’t lose a dime and was even able to secure additional veterans disability benefits. Today, she serves on Legal Aid's board, a testament to the incredible impact these organizations have on their clients and communities. A bit thanks to our grantees Legal Services of North Dakota, Legal Action of Wisconsin, Inc., Judicare Legal Aid and Legal Aid Chicago for organizing this great event with the support of Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4). #LegalAid #CommunityImpact #LegalServices

Attorneys and University of Columbia Law Students will be at the Peter Christensen Health Center on March 20, 2025, to assist Tribal Elders who want help drafting a will, powers of attorney for health care and/or finances, and other basic estate planning services for FREE. ? To begin the process of signing up for a timeslot contact Beth Shampo at (715) 847-4526 or Wes Tecumseh at (715) 588-4387 to request the forms that are required to get your time scheduled.

Attorneys and University of Columbia Law Students will be at the St. Croix Tribal Center on March 17, 2025, to assist Tribal Elders who want help drafting a will, powers of attorney for health care and/or finances, and other basic estate planning services for FREE. ? To begin the process of signing up for a timeslot contact Beth Shampo at (715) 847-4526 or Jolene Johnson at (715) 348-8554 to request the forms that are required to get your time scheduled.

Attorneys and Marquette Law Students will be in Milwaukee on March 12 and March 13, 2025, to assist Tribal Elders who want help drafting a will, powers of attorney for health care and/or finances, and other basic estate planning services for FREE. ? To begin the process of signing up for a timeslot contact Beth Shampo at (715) 847-4526 to request the forms that are required to get your time scheduled. ? Be on the lookout for upcoming posts about the Northern Tour of the Spring Wills Caravan

Save the Date! ? Our annual Golf for Justice will be September 19, 2025. ? We can't wait for you to join us!

For low-income families, garnishment of a paycheck is particularly devastating to finances and stability. A legal aid lawyer can help navigate this area of the law, preserving precious resources for low income families and ensuring the system operates as intended. Click below to read how the Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee consumer protection team works to protect low income families from illegal garnishment practices. #OppositeOfPoverty #WICivilLegalAid #CivilLegalAid

"The opposite of poverty is not wealth; the opposite of poverty is justice." - Bryan Stevenson The #OppositeofPoverty Campaign is designed to showcase how civil legal aid is vital to the fight against poverty. Legal Action of Wisconsin believes in the right to a safe and stable community to live in and thrive. Civil legal aid protects this right and ensures this opportunity for all. Stand up for stability in our communities by supporting legal aid organizations. Their expertise empowers individuals and families navigating complex legal systems, protecting their rights, and securing stable housing, employment, and financial well-being. Together, let’s build a foundation of stability, paving the way to a brighter future! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dM7u2yw9 #OppositeOfPoverty #WICivilLegalAid #StabilityMatters #LegalAidSupports #StandupforStability #PovertyAwarenessMonth #OppositeofPoverty