CCLA Statement on Litigation to Restore Court-Ordered Legal Aid for Low-Income North Carolinians
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After careful consideration, Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy (CCLA) has made the decision to challenge legislation enacted by the North Carolina General Assembly restricting and diverting non-taxpayer funds that have been used for civil legal aid in North Carolina since the 1980s. The funds, created by court order, come from…
Meet MyFriendBen: In 6 minutes, most people find about $2,500 in monthly benefits and tax credits
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Charlotte Observer: NC budget targets legal fund that could strip low-income residents of attorney help
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Note: This article by Nick Sullivan ran in the Charlotte Observer on 07.02.26: Tens of thousands of low-income North Carolinians could lose access to legal services under a provision in the state budget bill released on Tuesday, attorneys and aid providers warn. Republican lawmakers took aim at a charitable state…
Join us for a FREE Tax Problem-Solving Event Focused on Covid-Era Tax Deadlines and Potential Refunds on June 30
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Based on the rationale of a recent court decision, you may be eligible for relief from interest and certain penalties accrued from January 20, 2020 – July 10, 2023. Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy and K. Tyson Law are hosting a free community event to help you understand your options.…
Starting to Truly Live Again After Tragedy
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When Mayda speaks about her life today, she begins with gratitude. “We’re doing well, and I’m grateful to be alive.” A mother of three children—ages 19, 12, and 4—Mayda works long hours at an aluminum factory, doing everything she can to provide her family with safety and stability. But her…
The Heart of our Community
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Ms. Nise Glover came to Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy through our Legal Services for the Elderly program to take an important step for herself and her family. With the help of our dedicated staff, volunteers and partners, Ms. Glover completed her power of attorney, will and trust—all at no…
Students Experiencing Foster Care Deserve Stability. Charlotte Should Protect It.
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Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy’s Education Law Program: Caitlin Whalan Jones, Daniel Brown, Stephanie R. Klitsch We believe that students experiencing foster care deserve access to the same quality education as their peers. This is an uncontroversial opinion; one you probably agree with and is even supported by federal law.…
We Did It! Our Building is Paid Off!
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Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy has officially paid off our building through the success of our Building Justice Capital Campaign. Even more, our supporters have helped to establish a $1 million Building Justice Endowment—strengthening our ability to serve our community for years to come. This milestone has been years in…
Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy Taking Over Custody Advocacy Program
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Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy (Advocacy Center) is taking over the Custody Advocacy Program (CAP) for Mecklenburg County. CAP supports children involved in high-conflict custody cases in family court, especially where there may be serious allegations such as child abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence, substance abuse, mistreatment or parental kidnapping. For decades, children stuck…
Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy Affirms Strong Stewardship of IOLTA Funds, Supports Transparency and Continued Oversight
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Charlotte, NC – In response to the recently released audit of the North Carolina State Bar’s Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts (IOLTA) program, Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy (Advocacy Center) affirms that the report found no misuse of funds by the organization and underscores the strength of its longstanding financial…
