To promote and provide civil legal services to low-income persons, groups and communities in Puerto Rico, and to grant access to the justice system through education, training and legal representation. Nearly 50% of the population of Puerto Rico qualifies economically for our services, as they are living at or below U.S. federal poverty levels. We are a private nonprofit corporation that provides free legal advice, representation and legal education in civil cases to people and low-income groups who qualify. The legal cases we deal with include families (domestic violence, custody issues, etc.), special education, senior citizens protections, housing (including foreclosures), minors, incom... read more To promote and provide civil legal services to low-income persons, groups and communities in Puerto Rico, and to grant access to the justice system through education, training and legal representation. Nearly 50% of the population of Puerto Rico qualifies economically for our services, as they are living at or below U.S. federal poverty levels. We are a private nonprofit corporation that provides free legal advice, representation and legal education in civil cases to people and low-income groups who qualify. The legal cases we deal with include families (domestic violence, custody issues, etc.), special education, senior citizens protections, housing (including foreclosures), minors, income maintenance, bankruptcies, veterans, civil rights, community and environmental rights, consumer rights, agricultural workers, among others. We receive funds in the form of grants and in-kind support from federal, state and municipal governments, as well as foundations and corporations. We also received donations from individuals and associations.
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By Rebeca Dorna | Communications
Our mission to remove barriers for Special Education Students has found another success story. Nathan (alias to protect his identity) is a 22-year-old student with multiple disabilities. As part of... Read the full report ›By Rebeca Dorna | Communications
Case by case our services make possible that low-income individuals reach justice. Here is another example. J. Martinez is the custodial father of six-year-old KDMB, since he was six months old.... Read the full report ›By Rebeca Dorna | Communications
Due process and administrative jurisdiction are ensured to address special education complaints This story is an important update on the litigation we carry out in the Special Education... Read the full report ›
