Heirs Property: The Story of a Home 

Steve’s 1home was rich in family history. His grandparents had worked hard to afford a piece of property to call their own and were proud years later when they’d paid off their mortgage. Steve had grown up in the home with his parents and now that he was a parent, he...

Maryland General Assembly advances access to justice

By Meredith Girard, Executive Director The Maryland General Assembly closed its 2025 legislative session at midnight on Monday, April 7 after passing nearly 900 bills. Shore Legal Access alongside businesses and advocates from across the state worked for reforms to...

Access to legal representation makes a big impact

By Meredith Girard, Executive Director Many people don’t realize that in the United States, there is no right to civil counsel. In criminal cases, you do have the right to an attorney under the U.S. Constitution. But if you have civil matter, such as a divorce or...