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Eversheds Sutherland: A Long History of Collaboration [Donor Spotlight]

…eathers She continued: “When our lawyers work with AVLF clients, including families and individuals who might be about to lose the roof over their heads, or whose children are suffering from mold inhalation, we see firsthand that many don’t understand their rights, much less how to navigate getting help. “We stand with our community through our work with AVLF, and we are all better for it.” When asked about her innovative approach to fundraising f…

Board Member Spotlight: Tyler Wright

…ters this community involvement by offering a system to connect low income families in need of basic civil legal representation with members of the legal community with the expertise to assist. What is your favorite AVLF memory/experience? In September 2015, my wife and I attended the 2nd Annual AVLF At The Movies showing of Paycheck to Paycheck – The Life and Times of Katrina Gilbert. At the time, I was new to AVLF. But after this event, I knew t…

AVLF Wins Second Place in United Way’s SPARK Prize

…Atlanta’s ingenuity when it comes to addressing the needs of children and families. In three years, the Spark Prize has granted $166,000 to 18 non-profits across Greater Atlanta. To enter the competition, AVLF submitted a five-minute video outlining SWON (filmed and edited by Digital Communications Manager, Katie King) and was named one of ten finalists. Organizations were invited to attend the C3 Summit and present a “Shark Tank” style proposal…

A Child’s Health and Safety Starts at Home

…to face chronic illness. She should not have to worry about the health and safety of her home. Ms. Alden’s daughter has sickle-cell anemia, and relies on an oxygen tank to keep her breathing; when she moved into a new house, Ms. Alden was horrified to find mold growing in the kitchen, a gaping hole in the wall, and roaches and gnats creeping in. Maddy Kvalheim of Baker Donelson wrote a forceful letter to the negligent landlord, who commenced renov…

Lawyer in the Library: Landlord and Tenant

…The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation will discuss how to negotiate with a landlord to secure habitable and safe housing, the return of security deposits or resolving other landlord-tenant disputes, such as illegal evictions or damage to tenants’ property caused by landlords….

Lawyer in the Library: Landlord and Tenant

…The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation will discuss how to negotiate with a landlord to secure habitable and safe housing, the return of security deposits or resolving other landlord-tenant disputes, such as illegal evictions or damage to tenants’ property caused by landlords….

Lawyer in the Library: Landlord and Tenant

…The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation will discuss how to negotiate with a landlord to secure habitable and safe housing, the return of security deposits or resolving other landlord-tenant disputes, such as illegal evictions or damage to tenants’ property caused by landlords….

[CANCELED] 8th Annual Beer Tasting & BBQ Battle

…-19 crisis. We hope to see you in person for future fundraisers once it is safe to do so.** The 8th Annual Beer Tasting & BBQ Battle is a collaborative effort of Atlanta Legal Aid Society and Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation to raise funds – and awareness – to support critical programs administered by each organization in the Atlanta area. his event attracted over 700 attendees in 2019 and is open to all members of – and those touched by – the…

From One Survivor to Another: You’re Ready

…s are all valid. You are valid. But please know you deserve peace, joy and safety. Your diligence and bravery will guide you to the violence-free life you already know you deserve. If you are suffering in and/or dealing with domestic violence in any capacity, please know there is a better life waiting for you and no matter what anyone else says or tries to do, you deserve a beautiful life. You truly do. AVLF, PADV, and other organizations are ther…

**CANCELLED** Lawyer in the Library: Landlord and Tenant

…THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. We apologize for the inconvenience. The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation will discuss how to negotiate with a landlord to secure habitable and safe housing, the return of security deposits or resolving other landlord-tenant disputes, such as illegal evictions or damage to tenants’ property caused by landlords….

Lawyer in the Library: Landlord and Tenant

…The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation will discuss how to negotiate with a landlord to secure habitable and safe housing, the return of security deposits or resolving other landlord-tenant disputes, such as illegal evictions or damage to tenants’ property caused by landlords….

Lawyer in the Library: Tenants’ Rights 101…and Beyond

…Expert volunteer attorneys will discuss how to negotiate with a landlord to secure habitable and safe housing, the return of security deposits or resolving other landlord-tenant disputes, such as illegal evictions or damage to tenants’ property caused by landlords….