Today is Eileen Yacknin Day in the City of Pittsburgh! Pittsburgh City Council honored long time NLS litigation supervisor, Eileen Yacknin with a proclamation in recognition of her career fighting for the legal rights of low income people in advance of her upcoming retirement .

Join us on Tuesday, Dec. 9 for a free presentation on Landlord and Tenant Rights and Responsibilities at the Homewood Community Engagement Center!

The Pennsylvania Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income households pay for heating bills through energy assistance grants and crisis grants. Applications now open! dhs.pa.gov/LIHEAP

The Housing Stabilization Center is temporarily closed throughout the month of December. The HSC expects to reopen in January to resume in-person help for people applying for rental assistance. To apply call 412-248-0021. actionhousing.org/our-services/allegheny-housing-stabilization-collaborative/

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported us during #GivingTuesday! 💟 We were able to raise over 10,000 dollars thanks to the generosity of our amazing community! Your gift ensures that every person, regardless of income, has access to justice when they need it most.

#GivingTuesday is TODAY! Each year, NLS provides civil legal help to more than 21,000 neighbors, including over 1,500 children, creating more than $12 in community benefit for every dollar donated! Learn more about our campaign by going to bit.ly/NLSGiveBig

NLS wishes everyone a happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 We're thankful for all the support from our amazing community.

NLS offices are closed all day Thanksgiving and the day after to intake calls and walk-ins. We re-open to both at 9:00am on Monday, December 1, 2025. Our online intake is open for applications 24/7.

We’re participating in the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh Annual Thanksgiving Distribution on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. For more information: ulpgh.org/event/annual...

Received a license suspension notice and considering filing an appeal? Join NLS for a free informational in-person / online workshop on Saturday, Nov. 22, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, More information: nlsa.us/about-us/events/

Save the date! Give Big Pittsburgh is December 2, 2024! Your gift helps make a difference in the lives of our neighbors. Learn more about our campaign going to bit.ly/NLSGiveBig #GivingTuesday #GiveBigPittsburgh

NLS was at the Open Doors Resource Fair last Saturday.

Received a license suspension notice and considering filing an appeal? Join NLS for a free informational in-person / online workshop on Saturday, Nov. 22, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, More information: nlsa.us/about-us/events/

Last week, local news reported that 1,500 people are losing their licenses after a "breakdown" in Allegheny County court records department. If YOU received a suspension notice, you may want to file an appeal. Apply for legal help: nlsa.us/request-lega...

NLS attended the Kincaid Senior Fair in October.

Support NLS this #GivingTuesday and help us greet people in need of equal justice with open doors.

#SNAP Benefits are delayed for November. #LIHEAP is delayed until December 2025. NLS food resource page for Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, and Lawrence counties: nlsa.us/about-us/foo...

From the Greater Pgh Community Food Bank X page: 𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥 is here & so are our 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀! 🦃🍁 - 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 for you or your family this month 𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂! 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗘 this calendar in case your friends, family, or neighbors need assistance. Find Food Here 👉 bit.ly/food-distrib...

Civil legal aid provided by NLS resolves legal problems impacting our clients most basic needs- food, shelter, employment, and personal safety. #LegalAidMatters

Help domestic violence victims obtain Protection from Abuse orders! This CLE will train attorneys to assist domestic violence victims in obtaining protection from abuse orders in Allegheny County. For more information go to: bit.ly/Nov7CLE2025

Thank you to everyone who has joined us in celebrating #ProBonoWeek! Without the passion and hard work of our Pro Bono volunteers, NLS's mission would not be possible! This week and all throughout the year, we appreciate you!

Happy National Paralegal Day! ⚖ A huge thank you to our amazing paralegals who empower our attorneys to achieve the best outcomes for our clients!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by for our Pro Bono Volunteer Appreciation Coffee Hour!

Pro Bono Volunteers are invited to join us at the NLS Pittsburgh Office Library on October 21st 9am-11am for coffee and donuts as a "thank you" for your hard work! ☕🍩

Don't be afraid to volunteer! NLS has a wide variety of pro bono programs to choose from, just visit nlsa.us/volunteer/ to sign up and learn more about how you can help increase access to justice!

Help domestic violence victims obtain Protection from Abuse orders! This CLE will train attorneys to assist domestic violence victims in obtaining protection from abuse orders in Allegheny County. For more information go to: bit.ly/Nov7CLE2025

NLS staff attended the Be Utility Wise Conference last month. The Be Utility Wise program expands knowledge and increases awareness about utility topics such as affordability, customer assistance programs, family support services, conservation, and promotes healthy living in PA.

The Pittsburgh Pro Bono Partnership Annual Meeting and CLE will feature a panel discussion on the need for pro bono legal services in our communities. You will also learn about current volunteer opportunities through Partnership Signature Projects. Register online here: bit.ly/4pQZZ1w

Last week was the ACBF Fall Foundation awards, where one of our PFA volunteers, Brad Kitlowski, was awarded the Katie Kenyon Leadership Award! Congratulations to all this year's award winners!

Attention HACP residents: @412foodrescue.bsky.social Food Drops will be held at these HACP communities between 11 am & 3 pm TODAY, Sept. 24: • PA Bidwell • Finello Pavilion • Murray Towers For more info on Food Assistance programs available to you, visit: hacp.org/programs-ser...

Congratulations to Bradley Kitlowski, Esq. from Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney PC! “We are so grateful, Brad, for your tremendous dedication and outstanding leadership in assisting our PFA clients. It is a pleasure and honor to work with you and your staff!” - Mary Ann Troper-Malley, NLS Paralegal

📅 NLS will be at these upcoming events! We hope you stop by our table!

Meet NLS' new Pro Bono Manager! "I am so proud to return to legal aid and pro bono. This is where you find lawyers making a difference by using their training and expertise to help the most vulnerable in our communities and transforming the legal system into a force for good." - Liz Parker

HARRISBURG - Heading to the 2025 PLAN Training Conference? Join NLS & LASP for “Creating Impactful & Accessible Materials with Canva” 🗓️ Tue, Sept. 9 | 3:45-4:45pm Presenters: Giselle Martinez, Julia Marasco & Marion Fraley #LegalAidMatters @palegalaidnetwork.bsky.social @nlsapgh.bsky.social

Attention all HACP residents who receive SNAP benefits: Please follow the guidelines in the post below in order to keep your benefits current. For assistance, please contact the County Assistance Office, PA DHS Helpline at: 1-800-692-7462.

Important Updates to SNAP Benefits Find links to the forms here: connect.alleghenycounty.us/food-transpo...

NLS participated in the Onward Seniors event at Highland Park last week!

NLS wishes everyone a happy Labor Day!

Join NLS at this hybrid CLE seminar to learn about representing individuals at Unemployment Compensation hearings on Sept. 18th. Register online here: bit.ly/3JxR2JQ

The Legal Services Corporation’s 2024 Annual Report: Celebrating 50 Years of Justice is now available! Take a look for highlights from our 50th anniversary, the latest research and updates from our task forces: lsc.gov/50th-annual-... #A2J

New SNAP rules start in September! Most adults must now work 20+ hours/week to stay on SNAP unless exempt. Those who aren’t exempt or don’t meet the requirement can only get 3 months of SNAP every 3 years. Need help? Check out this guide from @clsphila.bsky.social: clsphila.org/SNAPchanges

August is #MakeAWIllMonth A will protects your loved ones and creates a legacy. Consider including NLS in your estate plan to ensure equal access to justice for future generations. Contact NLS to learn more.

Do you have a criminal record? Has it been an obstacle to securing employment or renting a safe place to live? Join us on August 27th for free advice on: Expungements, Record Sealing, & Pardons. Register online at: bit.ly/3JoUFBW

NLS Managing Attorney Adam DiBuo along with Pro Bono Volunteer Erin Morey presented at the Landlord/Tenant Community Mediation Brief Advice Pro Bono Project on Wednesday. Thank you to Dickie McCamey for hosting! Stay updated on upcoming events at www.nlsa.us/about-us/events/

June of 2025 was Mary Ann Troper Malley's 50th year working with NLS! Mary Ann, thank you for everything that you do for NLS, your dedication to engaging with our pro bono attorneys, and your unwavering positivity and kindness.

Join Neighborhood Legal Services in person to learn how you can assist tenants facing eviction who are preparing for virtual, community-based mediation with their landlord through Just Mediation Pittsburgh. Register at: bit.ly/40rSljc

Across Pennsylvania, people face barriers to accessing the legal system due to language gaps, disability access, lack of transportation, and the basic cost of legal help. Civil legal aid levels the playing field and makes justice accessible for all.

Thank you for your incredible generosity! Your 5,800 donations during our #ONEDAY giving event added up to $1.86 million total for 182 nonprofits helping our most vulnerable neighbors in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties! Read more on our website: pittsburghfoundation.org/cna2025results

Thanks to your generosity during yesterday's #ONEDAY Critical Needs Alert, $2,500 was raised to support NLS and the work we do helping to preventing eviction and providing civil legal aid to those in our community who need it most. We thank you and our clients thank you!