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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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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.
Joanne Gaylord
Joanne’s friendly face is often the first folks see as they enter the Asheville office. She has been Pisgah Legal’s receptionist for 20 years.
Lyn & Tom Leslie
Lyn & Tom are long-time supporters of Pisgah Legal Services and owners of Leslie and Associates. They are lead supporters of The Children’s Law Project.
Russell Shuler
Russell is an advertising veteran, with 30+ years experience as an art/creative director. He uses his creative expertise to help raise funds for Pisgah Legal.
John Noor
John is an attorney at Roberts & Stevens who also volunteers pro bono as a MAVL attorney with Pisgah Legal, helping survivors escape domestic violence.
Latest News & Events
2024 Justice Forum
CANCELLED as of 9/30/24. Thank you for understanding that we must prioritize the immediate needs in our mountain communities in the wake of Hurricane Helene. We are pleased to announce that Marielena Hincapiéis our 2024 Justice Forum speaker. Join Pisgah...
Read More...Jim Barrett Retirement In the News
Executive Director Jim Barrett is being celebrated in the community as he approaches retirement in early August after 41 years at Pisgah Legal Services. Check out these news stories about his incredible contributions and life’s work helping people in need...
Read More...2024 Summer Newsletter
In this newsletter, you can read about a new initiative to address the foster care crisis, an incredibly generous gift for the future of Pisgah Legal, plans for Jim Barrett’s retirement and much more.
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