Spotlight on Justice: Bay Area Legal Services Featured in HCBA Lawyer Magazine

Bay Area Legal Services Celebrates 50 Years of LSC

Bay Area Legal Services is proud to be featured in the July-August 2024 issue of HCBA’s Lawyer Magazine, highlighting our commitment to providing legal aid. Authored by Bay Area Legal Board Chairperson Vivian Cortes-Hodz, Bay Area Legal Services CEO, Joan Boles, and Grantswriter Kay Rorer, the article underscores the vital role Tampa Bay leaders have played in securing funding and expanding access to justice.

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Legal Services Corporation (LSC), the piece also showcases how LSC support and volunteer contributions have fueled our innovative programs.

The HCBA and Bay Area Legal Services have a proud history of intentional leadership toward greater justice for those who need but cannot afford legal aid."

Vivian and Joan

Read the full article starting on page 36.

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