More than a planning document, the strategy reflects our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of Eastern Shore communities and ensuring every individual has greater access to the civil legal support and resources they need to build stable, secure futures.
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Advocates and directly impacted individuals call for reducing barriers for people with past arrest and conviction records.
Shore Legal Access (SLA) recently welcomed Tom Deliberto, Esq., Candace Henry, and Kathleen Smith, Esq. to its Board of Directors. Each brings professional expertise and a shared commitment to SLA’s mission of providing free civil legal assistance and connecting...
Shore Legal Access (SLA) recognizes the contributions of its three Sandy Brown Public Interest Interns - Giana Cauble, Alexander Vlangas, and Lilibeth Baltazar - as they end their summer internships at the nonprofit legal aid organization. Cauble and Vlangas...
On Monday, July 21, Shore Legal Access will host a presentation by Maryland attorney Jason Frank, Esq., an expert in Elder and Disability Law, on Medicaid and Asset Protection at the Talbot County Free Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. At a time when so many changes are...
Pictured: Emily King (left), Lauren Wynn (right) Shore Legal Access, a nonprofit legal aid organization that provides limited-income households with free legal assistance to resolve their civil legal issues, recently welcomed Emily King, of Eldersburg, Maryland, and...
Geoffrey Cooke, Esq. Shore Legal Access, a legal aid nonprofit organization connecting limited-income households with free civil legal assistance on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, recently promoted Geoffrey Cooke, Esq. to Litigation Director. Cooke will oversee the...
Shore Legal Access, a nonprofit organization that uses the legal system to protect and advance the economic stability of limited-means individuals and households on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, welcomes attorney Matt Arthur, Esq. as its new Equal Justice Works Housing...
Shore Legal Access recently welcomed Abigale Detrich as its fall semester Sandy Brown Public Interest Intern. Shore Legal Access is a nonprofit legal assistance organization that uses the legal system to protect and advance the economic stability of limited-means...
By Emily Marshall, Case Manager On Wednesday, June 3, Shore Legal Access co-hosted an expungement clinic along with Wicomico Partnerships for Families and Children, aimed at increasing access to justice and helping community members better understand their options for...
Scammers are posing as legitimate debt collectors—threatening the financial security of many Eastern Shore residents. These tactics are on the rise and they’re getting harder to spot. For those experiencing financial difficulties, here are some things to know: As a...
At its May Annual Meeting, the Shore Legal Access Board of Directors adopted its new 2026-2029 strategic plan. Building on the progress of the previous strategic plan, this roadmap outlines ambitious yet achievable goals, positioning Shore Legal Access for sustained...
Times of crisis for low-income families are often hard to see. It’s easy to miss the eviction papers taped to a neighbor’s front door. It’s impossible to see the weight of debt on your colleague’s shoulders, her worry about how she’ll feed her children tonight. But...
Each June, communities across the country come together to celebrate Pride Month, honoring the resilience, history, and ongoing contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals. Beyond parades and celebrations, Pride Month also serves as an important reminder of the work still...
It was with great admiration and deep respect that we nominated Family Law Magistrate Jamie Adkins of the Talbot County Circuit Court for the 2026 Judiciary Maryland Pro Bono Service Award in recognition of her extraordinary commitment to expanding access to justice...
Everyone deserves the right to dignity, recognition, and respect within and by the law. At Shore Legal Access, we make sure that happens. Regardless of your family structure or relationship status, we’re always here to help LGBTQ+ clients navigate free and low-cost...
Maryland’s General Assembly recently concluded the 2026 legislative session and made some important advances benefitting the people and communities Shore Legal Access serves. Below are some highlights of the 2026 General Assembly session. Fair Chance in...
For Mike Starling, serving on the Shore Legal Access board has been about giving back—using his legal experience to help build something lasting for the community. In this recent interview, Mike reflects on his six years with Shore Legal Access, highlighting the...
Holland (Holly) Brownley joined the board of Shore Legal Access (SLA) in 2020, but has been providing pro bono services for much longer than that. As she prepares to transition from the board of directors, we invited her to share some memories and advice. Back in...
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