What Is Law Day? Law Day was established in 1958 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower to celebrate our legal system. The day serves to recognize the rule of law and to offer education opportunities to people around the country. It is usually organized around an annual...
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...
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...
For Alicia, it’s not just about the paperwork. It’s about supporting people during one of the most important times in their lives and ensuring they’re prepared for the future. By Edith Ramirez, Community Outreach and Communications Coordinator Alicia Myers brings deep...
by Amber Green, Life Planning Case Manager As we begin a new year, it's the perfect time to reflect on our goals, health, and future. One important area many overlook when setting new year intentions is life planning. Whether you're in your 20s or your 70s, it's never...
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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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.
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...
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.
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