We've filed more than 20 special education due process complaints against CCSD on behalf of students tied to the foster care system, all of whom have been denied access to basic literacy instruction.

Attorneys, every time a child doesn't have access to justice, you can make it right. And that makes you larger than life! Visit www.lacsn.org/capcase to take a Children's Attorneys Project case and enter our giveaway for tickets to the Backstreet Boys at the Las Vegas Sphere!

"If there's a pattern and practice of this, we want to know and we want to be the ones suing those landlords, holding their feet to the fire, making sure they comply with Nevada law, because on our watch, we're not gonna let this happen."

NV drivers can help Legal Aid Center's Resiliency & Justice Center by purchasing Forever Strong license plates from the DMV. Funds go to our emergency financial assistance program that supports 1 October survivors.

This #GivingTuesday, we ask you to please consider supporting our work by donating funds, lending your skills, or boosting our message: www.lacsn.org/givingtuesday

#GivingTuesday We helped over 200,000 people last year, and 2025 has been even more challenging for many of our clients—but thanks to our committed team, supporters, and donors, Legal Aid Center continues to right wrongs and change lives throughout the community. 🩵 www.lacsn.org/givingtuesday

The nonprofits use funding provided by donations to buy medical debt from health providers and collection agencies at steep discounts.

Volunteer of the Month Richard Erlich has enriched the lives of so many children. As an advocate for foster youth in school and now as pro bono attorney, he goes above and beyond to ensure kids' voices are heard in court—even driving hundreds of miles for face-to-face meetings!

We've been overwhelmed by the response and excited to deliver gifts to the kids in foster care we represent!

Attorneys: Even if you're not personally suffering from depression or workplace toxicity, you can learn some interesting history and pop culture facts relating to mental health issues at our AAMH CLE for pro bono volunteers. ➡️ aamhcle.eventbrite.com

We were honored to attend the Yuhaaviatam San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority's Pow Wow Exhibition at Palms. The tribe's giving is rooted in the Serrano value of Yawa', which means "to act on one's beliefs," and we are very thankful for their support of our community and clients.

Mudarse de una propiedad alquilada implica pasos importantes, desde dar el aviso correspondiente hasta proteger su depósito de seguridad. Consulte nuestra guía (www.lacsn.org/movingout) para conocer estos procesos según la ley de Nevada.

We're so grateful to all the attorneys who took cases with our Pro Bono Project at the State Bar of Nevada's recent conferences—a total of 55 #probono cases were placed!

Any veterans or active military in need of legal help are welcome to our Ask-A-Lawyer event with Nevada Attorney General's Office on December 9 at the North Las Vegas VA Medical Center. For details and registration, visit www.lacsn.org/veteran

Victims of a rental fraud scheme by a former employee at an apartment complex have been evicted, but our team is here to help. David J. Hoggard Family Community tenants can get assistance by calling 702-545-2398 or emailing [email protected].

If you or anyone you know needs a protection order, you can apply online at www.lacsn.org/efile, in-person with our team at the Family Law Self-Help Center (601 N Pecos Rd), by phone at 702-455-1500, or through email at [email protected].

Our holiday gift drive for young clients in foster care, #FosterTheFuture, is currently underway! We're delighted to partner with Anthem Injury Lawyers once again to spread joy to thousands of children. Learn more about the initiative and how to contribute: www.lacsn.org/fosterthefuture

Dr. Amy O'Neill-Gregorian (clinician and survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing) joined us once again to discuss finding the words, facing the doubts, and healing anyway after surviving a traumatic event. #1stTuesdaysWithHEART

Únase a nosotros el sábado a las 10am en la Biblioteca del Este de Las Vegas para un taller gratuito sobre inmigración. Tendrá la oportunidad de hablar con un abogado con experiencia para una consulta personal. Registrar: www.lacsn.org/eeuu

Civil legal services keep families safe, housed and financially stable. But millions could lose access to this critical help if LSC funding is cut. ⚖️ Learn what's at stake and how you can help protect equal justice. lsc.gov/ACT

Esta noche, en línea y en persona:

If you're a federal employee, your landlord can't terminate your lease for unpaid rent during the shutdown. We have a sample notice explaining the legal basis for this—plus a letter in case you were already mistakenly served an eviction notice—at www.lacsn.org/shutdown.

Legal Aid Center is grateful to be a recipient of a U.S. Bank Foundation Opportunity Fund Grant for our Advocacy & Justice Complex—a dedicated space where survivors of violent crime can find access to justice, healing, and support.

You don't need to have superpowers (or even a law degree) to defend justice with Legal Aid Center! We have a number of positions available for attorneys and non-attorneys right now. Fly to www.lacsn.org/careers to learn more or apply.

Free legal assistance for Nevada veterans, servicemembers and their spouses. Join the Ask-a-Lawyer event Nov. 12 for a 30-min consultation on benefits, family law and other civil legal matters. Sign up: buff.ly/L8gYzfb

No se pierda nuestra próxima clase de derecho familiar en español el lunes 10 de noviembre para obtener información clara sobre custodia, divorcio y más. Puede inscribirse para la clase gratuita en línea a través de www.lacsn.org/clasedc

All in for Las Vegas ❤️ The Aces are committed to supporting efforts for those affected by the current food assistance shortage. For those able to assist, we will be hosting a community food drive at Aces HQ on Monday, November 10 from 8am-6pm.

Thank you very much to Anthem Injury Lawyers for their incredible contributions to Legal Aid Center! We were honored to recently receive a $125,000 donation from them toward our Advocacy & Justice Complex, which will allow us to serve even more of the community's most vulnerable.

We welcome you to explore this month's opportunities for healing, connection, and support. You can stop by our office to pick up a November calendar or visit our website for the full schedule and registration info.

As we approach the sixth week of the government shutdown, Legal Aid Center is still here to assist federal workers during their time of need. You can visit www.lacsn.org/shutdown to find our toolkit (covering housing, loans, utilities, and more), guidance for affected employees, and food resources.

We'll be at "Let's Talk: Solutions for Locals" tomorrow at CSN North Las Vegas. Our team and others will be available to help with landlord/tenant disputes, consumer scams, predatory lending, and more. Plus, there will be free snacks, a live DJ, giveaways, and raffle prizes!

We're so thankful to all of the participating firms of the 2025 Associates Challenge! This annual fundraising challenge runs through Monday, November 3. You can make a donation or check the leaderboards at www.lacsn.org/associateschallenge

The state passed legislation in 2019 to offer eviction and foreclosure protections for households with federal workers who aren’t getting paid during a federal government shutdown.

Si usted o un ser querido está en riesgo de deportación, lo invitamos el 13 de noviembre en línea o en North Las Vegas a conocer sus derechos y hablar con un abogado. Confirme su asistencia: www.lacsn.org/plan

Spots are still available for tomorrow's CLE:

Which law firm will claim the Access to Justice Champions Trophy this year? Which attorney will end up with the 2025 Associates Trophy? Follow the leaderboards for the 7th Annual Associates Challenge and learn more about the fundraising competition: www.lacsn.org/associateschallenge

As of October 1, 2025, a new law sponsored by our very own @venicia.bsky.social gives tenants additional rights. To learn about all the important rules that #AB121 includes, visit www.lacsn.org/ab121

The Associates Challenge has begun! This week-long fundraising competition encourages attorneys at participating firms to donate at least half the amount of one billable hour, raising money for low-income and vulnerable families to obtain access to justice. Details: www.lacsn.org/associateschallenge

We're so grateful to Golden Entertainment for hosting a golf tournament to benefit Legal Aid Center! The very generous $20,000 donation toward our Advocacy & Justice Complex will be instrumental in helping us provide expanded services to some of the community's most vulnerable.

We were able to help a record 260 people at this #ProBonoWeek event!

Un cierre gubernamental puede generar incertidumbre y ser un momento difícil para muchos. Hemos preparado información sobre los derechos de los empleados federales sobre vivienda, pagos de automóviles y prestaciones por desempleo durante este período.

Thanks to KTNV Las Vegas for speaking to us about the case of a tenant who was told their rent would be increased by $200 for a $3,000 repair bill. Full story and our tips for renters: https://www.ktnv.com/13-investigates/whats-the-deal/year-long-water-leak-leaves-las-vegas-tenant-high-and-dry

“Lawyers are uniquely positioned to serve their communities—and we should embrace that privilege by helping those in need,” writes William Nobriga in his thoughtful article published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Oct. 2025). #celebrateprobono

La intersección de la calle 8 y la avenida Gass, cerca de nuestra oficina principal, está temporalmente cerrada al tráfico. Los visitantes aún pueden usar el callejón entre la calle 7 y 8 para estacionarse en nuestro estacionamiento. Más información: www.lacsn.org/parking

Our last class of 2025 for culinary and bartenders unions members is tomorrow at 10am at the new Culinary Union HQ! The Legal Service Fund will be talking about unemployment and offering personal consultations with attorneys. Learn more or sign up in English or Spanish: www.lacsn.org/lsfclass

Thank you to @commishtick.bsky.social, @nvlegalservices.bsky.social, and other community partners helping us #CelebrateProBono!

In the latest issue of the @ccbanv.bsky.social's Communiqué, Jonathan Norman (@jnomnom.bsky.social) explores three new bills signed into law that raise the bar for access to justice—SB 284, SB 125, and AB 329. #NVleg Read more: clarkcountybar.org/bills-laws-a...

Have legal questions? The Pro Bono Celebration Week Ask-A-Lawyer event is just four days away and slots are still available for free consultations with experienced attorneys! Visit www.lacsn.org/celebrate to join us and other community partners at Parkdale Recreation & Senior Center on Tuesday.

Pro Bono Attorneys and Law Students – Our unique CLE on 10/30 will highlight the work of the 2025 legislative session with Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro and Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager (NV). Lunch will be provided. RSVP required at nvleg.eventbrite.com.

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