DC Refers

The DC Court of Appeals is accepting applications for its CJA panel from Monday, July 8, until Friday, August 9, 2024. Applications are available at https://lnkd.in/eKV6UmFB.

Tomorrow! Our next DC Refers Reconnect! program will focus on Bankruptcy Resources in DC & takes place on Tuesday, July 9, from 4:30-5:15 pm via Zoom. We will hear from: Anitra Ash-Shakoor, speaking about the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center's Bankruptcy Resource Center; Frank Morris II, speaking about the Bar Association of DC's Bankruptcy Access to Justice Project; Craig Young & Felicia Battista, speaking about the D.C. Bankruptcy Assistance Center DC Refers Reconnect! is free, but you must register in advance to attend. Once you register, the Zoom link will be sent to you. If you register to attend, you will receive the link to the YouTube recording a few days after the program takes place. Register at bit.ly/DCRefersReconnect #DCRefers #Bankruptcy #Lawyers #Attorneys #LowBono #ModestMeans

The D.C. Court of Appeals is opening its Criminal Justice Act (CJA) attorney panel to new applicants, and for current applicants to indicate their interest to continue as panel members. The CJA panel is comprised of attorneys the Court of Appeals determines are qualified to represent indigent appellants in criminal appeals. Attorneys who are bilingual or have experience litigating appeals in complex felony cases and collateral matters are encouraged to apply. Application and writing sample are required. Learn more and get the application here: https://bit.ly/CJA2024 #AccessToJustice #Access2Justice #WashingtonDC

Happy Independence Day! This July 4th, we honor the principles of justice, liberty, and equality that our great nation was founded upon. Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July from DC Refers! #IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #July4th #4thofJuly #JusticeForAll #lowbono #modestmeans #lawyers #attorneys #mediators #a2j #access2justice #DCRefers

On July 9 1:30-3pm ET, DOJ ATJ and LAIR are hosting Webinar: Federal Funding for Legal Aid – Part II. The webinar will cover questions relating to #blockgrants for legal aid, #indirectcost and #NICRA, expanded funding opportunities for legal services relating to children in #fostercare and feature a fantastic slate of speakers including Karen A. Lash, Silvia Argueta, Allison Green, Nikhil Ramnaney, Christine Lamble. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eDPkMf68

We are declaring our independence from application fees this summer! Apply to join our directory for FREE and take advantage of this limited-time offer. DC Refers is an online referral service connecting individuals with lawyers and mediators who provide high-quality services at below-market rates. We are a trusted source for people of all income levels. By joining us, you can grow your practice while helping bridge the justice gap for those of modest means in DC. To join DC Refers, you must: • Be a member in good standing of the D.C. Bar • Have at least 2 years of professional experience in your practice areas • Have positive professional & client references • Have malpractice insurance Apply today and become part of a dedicated network committed to providing accessible legal and mediation services. Remember, application fees are waived -- like a flag waving in the breeze -- through August 31st. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/ev38BT53. #IndependenceDay #Freedom #DCRefers #LowBono #ModestMeans #Lawyers #Attorneys #Mediators #LegalServices #A2J #AccessToJustice #JusticeForAll #DCLawyers #CommunityService #JoinUs

Don't forget to register for our next DC Refers Reconnect! on bankruptcy resources in DC. These engaging & informative programs are free, but you must register to receive the Zoom link. Our presenters for this program will be: Anitra Ash-Shakoor, speaking about the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center's Bankruptcy Resource Center; Frank Morris II, speaking about the Bar Association of DC's Bankruptcy Access to Justice Project; Craig Young & Felicia Battista, speaking about the D.C. Bankruptcy Assistance Center Once you register, the Zoom link will be sent to you one day & one hour before the program. If you register to attend, you will receive the link to the YouTube recording a few days after the program takes place. Register at bit.ly/DCRefersReconnect #DCRefers #Bankruptcy #Lawyers #Attorneys #LowBono #ModestMeans

The District of Columbia Superior Court Rules Committee recently completed review of proposed amendments to Rule 52 of the Superior Court Rules Governing Domestic Relations Proceedings. The Rules Committee will recommend to the Superior Court Board of Judges that the amendments be approved and adopted unless, after consideration of comments from the Bar and the general public, the proposed amendments are withdrawn or modified. Written comments must be submitted by 5:30 p.m. on July 24, 2024. See the full notice with proposed amendments here: https://shorturl.at/klGGZ

Exciting News! DC Refers is waiving the application fees for experienced lawyers and mediators this summer! 🌞 Apply to join our directory for FREE now through August 31st. DC Refers is an online referral service that connects people with lawyers & mediators who provide high-quality services at below-market rates. We’re a trusted source of referrals for individuals of all income levels. By joining us, you can grow your practice while helping bridge the justice gap for people of modest means in DC. To join DC Refers, you must: Be a member in good standing of the D.C. Bar Have at least 2 years of professional experience in your practice areas Have positive professional & client references Have malpractice insurance Don't miss this opportunity to expand your practice and make a meaningful impact in your community. Apply today & become part of a dedicated network committed to providing accessible legal and mediation services. Application fees are waived through August 31. Learn more and apply at dcrefers.org. Join DC Refers & help us advance access to justice in DC! #DCRefers #LowBono #ModestMeans #Lawyers #Attorneys #Mediators #LegalServices #Mediation #A2J #AccessToJustice #JusticeForAll #DCLawyers #CommunityService #JoinUs

DC Refers 2024 Summer Fundraising Challenge: On The Road to 10K! DC Refers is committed to increasing access to justice for moderate-income individuals in the District of Columbia. Many people with household incomes between 200-400% of the federal poverty guidelines (approximately $62,000-$124,000 for a family of four) struggle to obtain the legal assistance they need. They fall in a gap where they don’t qualify for free legal services but can’t afford to hire a lawyer. DC Refers fills this gap by providing an affordable network of lawyers and mediators. We offer an online directory of experienced, prescreened professionals who offer their services at reduced rates to those with moderate incomes. We’re accelerating, but the community’s needs are zooming past us! Last year, 741 people sought affordable legal assistance through our directory. Nearly half engaged a lawyer for advice, consultations, or full representation. We want to reach even more clients and enlist more lawyers and mediators. Your donations will help us spread the word throughout the city! Our Goal: Raise $10,000 by August 31, 2024 Here's how your donation can make a difference: 🚍 Help us Get on the Bus! – We aim to do more outreach such as putting DC Refers ads on city buses to reach more people. A bus ad costs about $6,000. Can you help our dream become reality? 🌐 Expand Our Lawyer & Mediator Outreach – We plan to use new online marketing campaigns and host virtual and in-person events to grow our directory. Will you help us expand our network? 📈 Learn Our Traffic Patterns – Better analytics tools will help us improve our website and user experience. Can you contribute to richer information and clearer insights? 🔄 Share the Road – Our open-source directory technology is customizable and replicable, making it easier for other cities to support legal needs. An investment in DC Refers has a multiplier effect. Will you help the low bono movement grow? Fuel our journey to reach new clients and directory members, upgrade our technology to drive more impact, and accelerate the low bono movement – please donate today! Your tax-deductible donation will bring access to justice to moderate-income people in DC! 👉 Donate online here: www.dcrefers.org/donate ✉️ Or send a check to: DC Refers 1629 K Street NW, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20006 Together, we can make a difference. Thank you for your support! 🙌