“Every time one of our clients is provided representation or assistance by someone in this audience, the broken edges of our society are drawn together. The gaps that deny the most vulnerable of our society access to justice are bridged.”

This award was given to AVLF due to the hard work and unwavering partnership of the Safe and Stable Families team.

One of five recipients of a scholarship to attend the annual Family Law Institute, Safe and Stable Families Director Jamie Perez was singled out for her accomplishments as an attorney to receive the designation.

The Atlanta Bar Association awarded Elizabeth Ann Whipple the accolade due to her abundant service to the Atlanta legal community and her commitment to survivors of domestic violence. This is the first time the Bar has given the award posthumously.

“You helped my Nana. I remember you.”

These were Deputy Director Michael Lucas’s opening words at for the United Way of Greater Atlanta’s SPARK Prize competition held during the C3 Summit on April 21st.

AVLF is one of ten finalists for United Way’s 2017 SPARK Prize. This competition – which had 70 entries – awards grants to organizations that address the needs of Atlanta-area children and families. Check out our video, and help us win!

Congratulations to AVLF Board Member Jeff Nix, partner at Taylor English, for receiving an award from the Legal Services Corporation for his commitment to pro bono legal services in Georgia.

On Thursday, December 8, the Center for Civic Innovation held Atlanta’s second annual Civic Impact Awards. AVLF is the proud recipient of this year’s Moving the Needle award for our Standing with Our Neighbors initiative.