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Guest Column: Natural disasters underscore need for pro bono legal services

Monday, October 23, 2017

Guest Column: Natural disasters underscore need for pro bono legal services

 

"Hurricanes have recently disrupted most of our lives. Many of us are fortunate to have either avoided total disaster or have the resources to fend for ourselves and our families.

Millions of Americans, however, face trying times and significant challenges. Our neighbors in Southwest Florida still are digging out, and our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico are struggling to survive. Thousands of them are relocating to Florida, at least temporarily, with some likely to stay permanently.

Legal help and guidance is a critical component to confronting and overcoming disaster-related challenges and setbacks, just as it is with other crises people face..."

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