Struggling to Pay Rent During Covid-19

Half of Asheville households are renters, and amidst the massive layoffs and economic insecurity, people don’t know how they are going to make their rent. Pisgah Legal Managing Attorney, Robin Merrell was quoted in an @AshevilleCitizenTimes article stating that she…

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Justice Can’t Wait! Giving Tuesday NOW!

Tuesday, May 5th #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of giving and unity, is an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. The day is designed to drive an influx of generosity, citizen engagement, business and philanthropy activation, and support…

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WNC COVID Legal Hotline

May 21st 8:00am to 2:00pm Western North Carolinians can call the WNC COVID Legal Hotline at 828-560-3700 and talk to a lawyer for free on Thursday, May 21st between 8am to 2pm.  The Buncombe County Bar, Pisgah Legal Services, Legal…

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Informational Videos and FAQs During Covid-19

Pisgah Legal has produced videos from staff and volunteer attorneys on topics including housing, domestic violence, immigration, unemployment benefits, stimulus payments and heath insurance options. Housing and Immigration videos are available in Spanish. Soon we will upload the Safety From…

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PLS Executive Director, Jim Barrett, calls on decisive action in response to COVID 19

Executive directors Ken Schorr, of Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy, and Jim Barrett, of Pisgah Legal Services, are calling on swift, decisive action from the North Carolina Legislature in response to COVID-19: Expand Medicaid Improve Access to our state’s Unemployment Insurance program Restore…

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A Video Message From COO, Jackie Kiger

Pisgah Legal’s COO, Jackie Kiger, explains how Pisgah Legal is continuing to provide services during the Covid-19 pandemic. Now, more than ever, vital services around housing, healthcare, safety from abuse and income are needed. We have created content to inform…

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