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Neighborhood Legal Services
@nlsapgh.bsky.social
Non-profit, public interest law firm to provide civil legal assistance to poor and vulnerable residents of Allegheny, Beaver, Butler and Lawrence Counties in PA
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
November 19, 2025 at 6:01 PM
NLS was at the Open Doors Resource Fair last Saturday.
November 19, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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/
November 18, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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...
November 14, 2025 at 6:33 PM
NLS attended the Kincaid Senior Fair in October.
November 12, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Support NLS this #GivingTuesday and help us greet people in need of equal justice with open doors.
November 6, 2025 at 6:38 PM
#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...
November 4, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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From the Greater Pgh Community Food Bank X page:

𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥 is here & so are our 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀! 🦃🍁
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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...
November 3, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Civil legal aid provided by NLS resolves legal problems impacting our clients most basic needs- food, shelter, employment, and personal safety.
#LegalAidMatters
October 30, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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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
October 10, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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!
October 24, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Happy National Paralegal Day! ⚖ A huge thank you to our amazing paralegals who empower our attorneys to achieve the best outcomes for our clients!
October 23, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Thank you to everyone who stopped by for our Pro Bono Volunteer Appreciation Coffee Hour!
October 22, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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! ☕🍩
October 17, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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!
October 16, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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
October 10, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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.
October 7, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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
October 1, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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!
September 30, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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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...
September 24, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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
September 19, 2025 at 6:31 PM
📅 NLS will be at these upcoming events! We hope you stop by our table!
September 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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
September 16, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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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

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September 5, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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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...
September 4, 2025 at 8:25 PM