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I am nearing the end of my internship with Public Counsel. So far, it has been a great opportunity to explore new legal topics that align with the material I am concurrently reading about in my immigration law class.There is a very important relationship between law and politics and, like with many other fields, it is an inescapable reality for the immigration field. We are seeing the immense effects placed upon the immigrant community when politics prevent progress within the legal area. These effects are perpetuated by both political parties, Republicans and Democrats, who seemingly refuse to have a productive conversation on how to aid millions of people affected by the immigration system. They believe that funding a border wall, like Biden recently announced he will continue to do, is a sufficient action to stop lots of border crossings, when historically, it has not been enough. They believe that merely telling people not to come to the U.S., like the New York City Mayor has done in several Latin American countries, is enough without considering why people leave their countries. It goes to show that more comprehensive and legitimate approaches should be used to address all these crises where too many people are left in limbo regarding their legal status and the immigration system is too overwhelmed to properly apply our laws.Equal Justice America is a nonprofit that supports law students who work directly with people experiencing poverty. If you are interested in supporting public interest law students and donating to Equal Justice America, please use this link: https://lnkd.in/gFfVUZ5pThank you!

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Have you heard about our conference happening February 2024? We have chosen specific topics for discussion, namely budgeting, community engagement, your offerings, and legal structures and contracts. These subjects serve as the essential foundations for achieving success in business, as well as being our four key pillars for a successful barter.Bartering is a skillful practice that anyone can engage in, but the real question is whether you are approaching it in a manner that ensures mutual benefit. Now that you know the 4 key factors behind successful bartering, we invite you to grab our complimentary checklist, 10 Common Barter Mistakes Made When Scaling to avoid potential pitfalls.Enjoy💥#business #success #community #engagement #legal

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Our friends from We For Real were the inaugural guests of 'The Legal Crossover', the series of webinars we organised in 2023.Since then, they have spread the word about the values and relevance of building communities, and are now organising both a workshop and a masterclass for those interested.1️⃣ Join the We For Real workshop on building a community from scratch if you want to:🔍 Learn the essentials of community building🛠️ Engage in practical exercises📈 Craft a (re)launch plan for your community2️⃣ Or take part in the We For Real masterclass dedicated to existing communities that want to better measure their impact.Links to both events are in the comments.#venturesnlaw #legalsolutions #community

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Giving smarter! Using the link below, you can make a tax-savvy gift to Metropolitan Family Services, while helping us keep accurate gift records and save time. This reduces overhead and makes sure your generosity more directly impacts the lives of families in need. Learn more about smarter giving today, by clicking below.

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Tune in and share with your relevant networks to stay updated on the latest DACA developments. Speakers will address the legal context and implications of the most recent ruling on DACA, what it means for DACA recipients and undocumented individuals, and how higher education can support undocumented students in this time of need. This briefing will also discuss how administrative and legislative actions can and must be taken to help undocumented students and dreamers as they face uncertainty.Register Here:https://lnkd.in/gUmpJbdh

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To begin, I would like to first thank Equal Justice America, Greater Boston Legal Services, and the staff at Boston University School of Law’s Career Services for helping me secure my ten-week public interest legal internship this summer at Greater Boston Legal Services CORI and Reentry Project.Public interest work is so important for the Greater Boston community; however, it is widely understaffed. I know that my experience from GBLS this summer has helped me grow into a better, more understanding future-attorney with experiences that I will always remember for the years to come.During the short, ten weeks that I worked at GBLS this summer, I was able to gain hands-on experience in the legal field. I learned and witnessed first-hand how Reagan’s “War on Drugs” policy disproportionately impacted African American individuals, and others, and how it left a detrimental impact on these individuals through their criminal record. These individuals were labeled as “criminals” and were unable to secure housing, jobs, and other opportunities such as volunteering at the children’s school. Even if an individual is found “Not Guilty” of a crime or their charges were dismissed, the charges still appear on their criminal record, and when a background check for employment, housing, etc. is run, individuals are being discredited for a crime that they did not commit.A criminal record should not be a lifetime sentence.From the beginning, I took on my cases from intake to sealing. I listened to my clients, learned about their stories, their struggles, and their aspirations of moving on from their criminal record. I heard numerous clients cry on the phone from their frustrations with the legal system, but also was able to witness tears of joy after relaying to them that their record will be sealed. For my clients, a clean record meant being able to get a steady paying job to provide for their children; it meant a stress-free job search after finishing their nursing program; it meant being able to move out of a homeless shelter and obtain housing; it meant adopting their grandchildren who were currently in Child Protection Service’s custody; and it meant dozens of other opportunities for my clients that I was able to learn about.Again, I am so thankful for the opportunity and learning experience from my ten-week internship with Greater Boston Legal Services CORI and Reentry Project.#ejafellowupdate https://lnkd.in/egNVmyik

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Let’s talk about what your support of the Alabama Association of Paralegals, Inc. means.1-Value. It means you find value in the paralegal profession and in paralegals. Likewise, it means you understand the value being a sponsor brings to your company.2-Education. It means you support continuing legal education opportunities because without your support we couldn’t offer these benefits to our members.3-Networking. It means you realize the importance of networking and appreciate opportunities to bond with our association.Three little reminders of what a difference our sponsors make to the AAPi mission “To promote the paralegal profession through awareness and education.”

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