(Jan. 22, 2026) NORRISTOWN - Victoria ("Tori") LeCates, LASP Staff Attorney, is the newly named Montgomery County Pro Bono Coordinator. She will continue her practice in addition to assuming the pro bono role. Victoria is based in the Norristown Office.
Read More(Updated Jan. 21, 2026) WASHINGTON - In a bipartisan show of support for legal aid earlier in January, the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate approved a $540 million appropriation for the Legal Services Corpoation (LSC) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. The measure still requires the president's signature before becoming law.
(Jan. 15, 2025) During Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week from Nov. 16-22, 2025, the Chester County Partnership to End Homelessness, Legal Aid of Southeastern PA, and Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania hosted two virtual events, “Know Your Rights as a Renter” in Pennsyvlania, in English and Spanish. The recordings and slides are now available in both languages.
Read More(Updated Dec. 5, 2025) Get help with your heating bills! Pennsylvania’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is open Dec. 3, 2025-April 10, 2026. Learn how to apply for cash and crisis grants and get links and resources to help. If you receive a denial, Legal Aid of Southeastern PA may be able to help. Get LASP’s 2025-26 LASP LIHEAP flyer for Bucks, Chester, Delaware & Montgomery counties.
Read More(November 2025) NORRISTOWN - Laurel Anderson has been named Supervising Attorney of Legal Aid of Southeastern PA's Community Engagement Unit, effective Oct. 28, 2025. She joined LASP in May 2022 as CEU Staff Attorney.
Read More(Nov. 10, 2025) Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania (LASP) issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) on Nov. 10, 2025 for an experienced strategic planning consultant. LASP seeks to facilitate a long-term, Board- and staff-owned strategic plan informed by a recent needs assessment. Proposals are due Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, by emaiil to rfp@lasp.org. Webpage includes details + 6-page PDF.
Read More(Update Jan. 26, 2026) The PECO Customer Relief Fund (CRF) is currently closed. However, PECO stated in a Jan. 14, 2026 press release that the program will reopen for application on March 2, 2026. Stay tuned for application information at peco.com/relief.
Read More(Oct. 28, 2025) SNAP benefits will NOT be paid until the federal government shutdown ends & funds are released to PA. Resources are provided.
Read More(Oct. 23, 2025) LASP Staff Attorneys Michael Kaliner, Joe Diorio and Andrew Schreder are recruiting for LASP’s new bankruptcy Pro Bono Project. Through a $324,559 Pro Bono Innovation Fund grant from the Legal Services Corporation (LSC), LASP will develop a Debt Counseling Virtual Clinic & Bankruptcy Project to expand access to legal aid for low-income people struggling with debt.
Read More(June 28, 2025) If you receive SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance, or food stamps) and you lost food during a power outage, flood, fire, or other disaster or household misfortune, tell your county assistance office right away. You must apply for Replacement SNAP within 10 calendar days of the disaster.
Read More(updated June 3, 2025) Starting Feb. 12, 2024, Pennsylvania residents with criminal records will have more chances for a fresh start. The new law expands record-sealing, and shortens the timeframe. Record-sealing helps people get better opportunities for jobs, housing & education.
Read More(Updated May 2025) Deadline extended! Apply for the Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program by Dec. 31, 2025! You may be able to get up to $1,000 back.
Read More(updated Aug. 6, 2025) Crozer Health’s closure in Delaware County in spring 2025 resulted in thousands of staff needing to apply for Unemployment Compensation. Attorneys from Legal Aid of Southeastern PA and Philadelphia Legal Assistance teamed to present two webinars on how to apply for unemployment compensation, how to meet the work requirements, the importance of accurate reporting, and what to do if issues arise. If you receive a denial, contact LASP at lasp.org/apply. Get links and resources here. Thank you to the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network for hosting the events.
Read More(March 2025) WASHINGTON, D.C.— For the first time a Disaster Legal Committee will be part of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD). The new committee will focus on legal issues caused by disasters.
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Read More(Jan. 31, 2025) Carolyn Johnson, LASP Chief Counsel, presented at a cyberfraud listening session Jan. 15, 2025 with then-Attorney General Michelle Henry, consumers, and other advocates. Carolyn discussed LASP's work with clients related to cyberfraud.
Read More(Jan. 24, 2025) NORRISTOWN - After 26+ years of service, Nanci Hoover retired Jan. 15, 2025 as Legal Aid of Southeastern PA’s Helpline Supervising Attorney, serving Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties.
Read More(Jan. 23, 2025) NEWTOWN SQUARE - At the Delaware County Bar Association President's Dinner, Kimberly Hollenback was honored with an Illumination Award! The dinner took place Jan. 17, 2025. She is VOCA Supervising Attorney and Media Office Managing Attorney for LASP.
Read More(Jan. 21, 2025) During Human Trafficking Prevention Month, LASP takes a closer look at resources and the latest data in Pennsylvania, the vacatur law, and how LASP may be able to help survivors in Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties.
Read More(Jan. 3, 2025) Judith Algeo, who served on the Legal Aid of Southeastern PA Board of Directors from 2008-2024 and as Board President from 2018-2020, died Jan. 1, 2025. Judith was also a longtime LASP pro bono volunteer & a tremendous mentor to our staff.
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