In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Phoenixville Public Library will host a free Zoom presentation, “Understanding Civil Protection Orders in Pennsylvania,” on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024 from 6:45-7:45 p.m.

Brian Doyle, Staff Attorney with Legal Aid of Southeastern PA, will be the presenter. He will discuss the two kinds of protection orders in Pennsylvania: Protection from Abuse (PFA) and Protection from Sexual Violence and Intimidation.

The session will cover who should seek protection orders, the differerences between them, the process for obtaining them, their purpose, how they are enforced, and what evidence a judge requires to issue one.

This event is free and open to the public and will be held online via Zoom. Registration is required at https://bit.ly/PFAs-10-7-2024 or by calling 610-933-3013 x132. Email mpinto@ccls.org for more information.

In celebration of National Consumer Protection Week, Credit Counseling Center will be providing a FREE Lunch & Learn webinar, “Avoiding Consumer Fraud,” on Friday, March 8, 2024 from 12-12:45 p.m.

Register: https://bit.ly/consumer-3-8-2024.

Credit Counseling Center will be joined by special guest Robert Kim, Esq., attorney based in Legal Aid of Southeastern PA (LASP)’s Bristol office, who will present information to help consumers proactively protect themselves against the risks of scams, fraudulent business practices, and more.

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of your consumer rights and protections.

• Learn practical tips for avoiding common pitfalls in consumer transactions.

• Discover effective strategies for resolving disputes with businesses or service providers.

• Explore available resources for consumers seeking assistance or legal representation.

After the success of their first name change clinic, the Montgomery Bar Association and Montgomery County Prothonotary's Office are partnering to offer a second Virtual Name Change Clinic this spring. Some Legal Aid of Southeastern PA (LASP) attorneys will participate in the clinic, which is open to all Montgomery County residents age 18 and older – including neighbors in the transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming communities.

The clinic will be held over Zoom on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 from 4-6 p.m.

Please register by Wednesday, May 3: https://bit.ly/name-change-clinic-5-17-2023.

Each participant will be assigned an appointment slot and attorney prior to the clinic. These friendly, volunteer attorneys will assist participants with the name change process – answering questions, offering advice, and helping them prepare paperwork. An attorney might also represent their assigned client (or clients) on their petition hearing date.

This consultation is free for all participants. However, petitioners will be responsible for paying for associated costs for the name change petition, such as fingerprinting services, and other reduced court fees.

“The Montgomery Bar Association is thrilled to be conducting a second name change clinic," MBA Executive Director Denise Vicario said. "The first was such a success that we are moving forward with the second clinic much sooner than anticipated. It is a privilege to serve the Montgomery County community, and we look forward to our second batch of smiling faces on the name change hearing day!”

Victim Service Center of Montgomery County will host Melina Dixon, Legal Aid of Southeastern PA Staff Attorney, to discuss Intro to Estate Planning Documents. Learn about health care directives, powers of attorney, and wills. The free virtual event is Monday, May 1, 2023 from 12-1 p.m.

This event will help you understand why the documents are important, what they can do, and how to get started. This event is free and open to the public. Interpreter services are available at no cost. 

Register through Victim Service Center: https://bit.ly/estate-planning-5-1-2023 or call 888-521-0983.

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