At Shore Legal Access, Emily serves as both a Family Law Case Manager and an Expungement Case Manager, and she’s been an essential part of our team for a little over one year. A 2023 graduate of Salisbury University with a degree in philosophy, Emily’s background in...
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“Fun and joyous and, without a doubt, rewarding”: Pro Bono Work Gives Back What You Put In It
Volunteering will change your life.
Celebrate DAF Day on October 10: Make a Difference with Shore Legal Access!
As we approach October 10, it’s time to shine a spotlight on Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) and the incredible impact they can have on charitable giving. Whether you’re already familiar with DAFs or just starting to explore your giving options, this blog post will break down what a DAF is and how you can support Shore Legal Access this DAF Day.
Meet Laithy Winters: Maryland Service Year Member and “Frontline Defense” for Clients at Shore Legal Access
By Amber Green We are thrilled to introduce Laithy Winters, one of the newest additions to Shore Legal Access (SLA). Laithy joins us as a Member of the Maryland Service Year Option, an initiative championed by Governor Wes Moore through the newly created Department of...
Governor Moore Pardoned Your Old Cannabis Conviction. Now What?
In June, Governor Wes Moore pardoned 175,000 Marylanders who had been convicted of cannabis possession. Read on to learn more about pardons, criminal record expungement, and how Governor Moore’s order might affect you.
Why Young Adults Should Make a Will: Securing Your Future Today
Amber Green, Life Planning Case Manager/Outreach Coordinator It’s easy to think that making a will is something reserved for older adults who have built up a lot of savings and valuable things. However, drafting a will at an early age can be a crucial step in...
Life Planning Is for Everyone
Amber Green, Life Planning Case Manager/Outreach Coordinator As August unfolds and we celebrate Make a Will Month, I’m thrilled to step into the role of Life Planning Case Manager at Shore Legal Access. I’m eager to share how I envision my role and the insights I...
Shore Legal Access connecting Counsel and Communities
Dear friends, The way we talk about debt says a lot about how we experience it. We don’t just have debt: we carry it, like a burden on our backs. We fall into it like a hole. It’s insurmountable, like a mountain peak; unmanageable, like a wild animal. Debt sinks its...
Advance Medical Directives honor May 1 Senior Law Day
Mid-Shore Pro Bono is offering free advance medical directives by appointment on Monday, May 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kramer Center at 104 Powell Street in Centreville. The program is offered in partnership with the Queen Anne’s County Department of Community...
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