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Flood and tornado survivors are encouraged to call "United Way 2-1-1” to connect with vital resources, such as legal assistance, shelter, clothing, and assistance with cleanup of homes and debris during a declared natural disaster.
SEMA's mission is to protect the lives and property of all Missourians when major disasters threaten public safety in any city, county or region of Missouri. SEMA responds to two types of disasters - natural and those caused by man. Natural disasters are major snow and/or ice storms, floods, tornadoes and/or severe weather, as well as a potential major earthquake along Missouri's New Madrid Fault. Man-made disasters, also known as technological emergencies, may include hazardous material incidents, nuclear power plant accidents and other radiological hazards.
This manual was prepared to better orient volunteer lawyers with the pro bono Disaster Legal Service (DLS) program for victims of natural disasters occurring in the state of Missouri. Through this program, volunteer attorneys provide legal services to eligible individuals following a major disaster declaration. The text of this manual can be read relatively quickly. We encourage you to read the entire manual and to introduce your colleagues so that they will become familiar with the program and volunteer to help.
To view the manual, click on the link below.j
Greitens signs bill that raises standards for fired employees to win discrimination cases
Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens signed legislation that critics say will make discrimination lawsuits filed by terminated employees almost impossible to win in court. Go to the Article...
This article was published in the Kansas City Star on June 30, 2017. The full article is on their website.
In 2011, there were five vacant lots at the corner of Wabash Avenue and East 29th Street in Kansas City, Missouri, that residents considered an eyesore. The intersection in the city’s Key Coalition neighborhood had faded in the last few decades as residents with money left. But thanks to Dre Taylor, a local social entrepreneur, those lots were transformed into a thriving urban farm by 2016.
Legal Services Corporation (LSC) Honors Missouri Attorneys for Pro Bono Service
ST. LOUIS – The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) Board of Directors will present Pro Bono Service Awards on Thursday, January 17, to two Missouri attorneys and two law firms in recognition of their extraordinary commitment to equal justice.
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The Missouri Probate Code, or RSMo Chapters 472-475, governs the payment of debts and distributions of the deceased individual’s assets. This body of law is highly statutory and Chapters 472-475 is the best resource for any questions you may have.
Everyone needs a lawyer at some point in their lives — whether you’re dealing with a divorce or need a will drawn up, professional legal assistance can make your life much easier. Unfortunately that assistance can quickly become unaffordable. And that’s the problem that Mid-Missouri Legal Services wants to solve.
Servicemen and women oftentimes face unique challenges when leaving active duty and readjusting to civilian life. As explained by U.S. Veterans Magazine (search for article in Magazine archive), these challenges include:
Hurricanes, wildfires and other natural disasters devastate communities and threaten the financial well-being of residents. The National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) works at the national and state levels to develop innovative policy solutions, train and support local advocates, and educate consumers about their financial options.
To find out more, click: National Consumer Law Center
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Flood and tornado survivors are encouraged to call "United Way 2-1-1” to connect with vital resources, such as legal assistance, shelter, clothing, and assistance with cleanup of homes and debris during a declared natural disaster.
SEMA's mission is to protect the lives and property of all Missourians when major disasters threaten public safety in any city, county or region of Missouri. SEMA responds to two types of disasters - natural and those caused by man. Natural disasters are major snow and/or ice storms, floods, tornadoes and/or severe weather, as well as a potential major earthquake along Missouri's New Madrid Fault. Man-made disasters, also known as technological emergencies, may include hazardous material incidents, nuclear power plant accidents and other radiological hazards.
This manual was prepared to better orient volunteer lawyers with the pro bono Disaster Legal Service (DLS) program for victims of natural disasters occurring in the state of Missouri. Through this program, volunteer attorneys provide legal services to eligible individuals following a major disaster declaration. The text of this manual can be read relatively quickly. We encourage you to read the entire manual and to introduce your colleagues so that they will become familiar with the program and volunteer to help.
To view the manual, click on the link below.j
Greitens signs bill that raises standards for fired employees to win discrimination cases
Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens signed legislation that critics say will make discrimination lawsuits filed by terminated employees almost impossible to win in court. Go to the Article...
This article was published in the Kansas City Star on June 30, 2017. The full article is on their website.
In 2011, there were five vacant lots at the corner of Wabash Avenue and East 29th Street in Kansas City, Missouri, that residents considered an eyesore. The intersection in the city’s Key Coalition neighborhood had faded in the last few decades as residents with money left. But thanks to Dre Taylor, a local social entrepreneur, those lots were transformed into a thriving urban farm by 2016.
Legal Services Corporation (LSC) Honors Missouri Attorneys for Pro Bono Service
ST. LOUIS – The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) Board of Directors will present Pro Bono Service Awards on Thursday, January 17, to two Missouri attorneys and two law firms in recognition of their extraordinary commitment to equal justice.
WILLS AND ESTATES IN MISSOURI
The Missouri Probate Code, or RSMo Chapters 472-475, governs the payment of debts and distributions of the deceased individual’s assets. This body of law is highly statutory and Chapters 472-475 is the best resource for any questions you may have.
Everyone needs a lawyer at some point in their lives — whether you’re dealing with a divorce or need a will drawn up, professional legal assistance can make your life much easier. Unfortunately that assistance can quickly become unaffordable. And that’s the problem that Mid-Missouri Legal Services wants to solve.
Servicemen and women oftentimes face unique challenges when leaving active duty and readjusting to civilian life. As explained by U.S. Veterans Magazine (search for article in Magazine archive), these challenges include:
Hurricanes, wildfires and other natural disasters devastate communities and threaten the financial well-being of residents. The National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) works at the national and state levels to develop innovative policy solutions, train and support local advocates, and educate consumers about their financial options.
To find out more, click: National Consumer Law Center
If you click on this link you will be leaving this website.
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