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    Perry Headlines Justice Forum

    Make plans now to join us for the 2025 Justice Forum on Thursday, October 23rd with special guest Imani Perry. Perry is a Harvard professor, MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship recipient, celebrated author, legal scholar, and cultural critic on race and inequality in America. Reception tickets go on sale in August. Become a sponsor today!

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  • All are welcome!

    Yancey County Disaster Recovery Resource Fairs

    The Yancey Long Term Recovery Group (YLTRG) and its partners have planned Disaster Recovery Resource Fairs in four local communities on August 7, 21, 28, and September 11. Join us for FREE meals from local food trucks, FREE school supplies & disaster kits, and FREE food boxes to take home.

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  • Free Disaster Legal Services

    Mitchell County Ask A Lawyer Clinic

    Have you been denied by FEMA? We may be able to help! Visit the clinic on August 14 in Mitchell County for a FREE consultation with an attorney.

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  • Let's Connect!

    New Community Outreach Calendar

    Check out our new Community Outreach Calendar to see where Pisgah Legal Services will be across WNC. You can also request a presentation, invite the Justice Bus to your event, and learn how we can partner to bring legal resources and support to your community!

    Outreach Calendar
  • New Deadline of September 25, 2025

    Tax Deadline Extended!

    Due to the natural disaster, WNC has been granted an automatic extension to Sept. 25, 2025 for all federal and state tax returns for 2024. Pisgah Legal Services offers free tax help to qualifying individuals. Call 828-210-3404 or apply online.

    Free Tax Help
  • We are stronger than the storm

    2024 Annual Report

    Last year we experienced seismic shifts, both for Pisgah Legal, and for the people of WNC in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Read about how we weathered the storm and how we are helping people in our mountains recover.

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Who We Are

Who We Are

We are a nonprofit that provides free civil legal aid to the most vulnerable people in WNC: disadvantaged children, seniors, at risk families & domestic violence victims.

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Donate Now

Make a tax-deductible contribution to Pisgah Legal Services and know that your donation is going to help local people right here in our mountains.

Volunteer

Volunteer

We need you! Whether you are a lawyer or a member of the community who wants to give back, there are many different ways that you can get involved.

Do you need help from Pisgah Legal Services? Apply online or call (828)253-0406 or toll-free at (800)489-6144

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Our Impact on Western North Carolina

0people from across the mountains helped by Pisgah Legal in 2024
0million secured in quantifiable benefits for our clients in 2024
0local attorneys volunteer their services to assist PLS clients
0survivors of domestic violence and their children helped in 2024

We are Pisgah Legal Services

Pat & Phil Smith

Pat and Phil are Co-Chairs of the PLS Endowment Campaign. Phil is a retired attorney with The Van Winkle Law Firm, and Pat is the retired executive director of CFWNC.

Thalia Hoy

Thalia has been assisting clients who are immigrants through Pisgah Legal’s Justice for All Program for more than 21 years.

Carol Steen

Carol is a donor and Pisgah Legal Services Board Member. She serves as Vice President of HR, IT, and Security for Biltmore Farms.

Jim Carillon

Jim has been a dedicated Pisgah Legal volunteer for more than 10 years, helping clients enroll in affordable healthcare and providing tax preparation.

Francisco Castelblanco

Francisco is the AHEC Director & Chair of Continuing Professional Development at Mountain Area Health Education Center and incoming Board President of Pisgah Legal Services.

Latest News & Events

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Yancey County Disaster Recovery Resource Fairs

The Yancey Long Term Recovery Group (YLTRG) and its partners have planned Disaster Recovery Resource Fairs in four local communities on August 7, 21, 28, and September 11. FREE meals from local food trucks FREE school supplies FREE disaster kits...

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Community Outreach Events Flyer

New Community Outreach Events Calendar

Pisgah Legal Services is out and about across all 18 counties in WNC to connect with our neighbors and partners. You can now view a calendar of upcoming events where you can find us! On this page, you can also...

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Asheville Drag Brunch – A Fundraiser for Pisgah Legal Services

Be our guest at Banks Ave. Bar on Saturday, August 2nd for two magical shows at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. where drag, Disney, and dreams collide. Indulge in a mouthwatering brunch provided by the culinary wizards at Biscuit Head...

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