Pisgah Legal Services
We are Pisgah Legal Services and we’re fighting every day to bring justice to the most vulnerable people in Western North Carolina – disadvantaged children, senior citizens, families at risk of homelessness and victims of domestic violence. PLS provides free civil legal aid to help low-income people access justice to meet urgent needs. Learn more…
On the front lines of the recession
In the midst of tough economic times, more people than ever are calling Pisgah Legal Services for help.
Demand for PLS' services increased 29% in the past year.
We are responding:
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Preventing foreclosure for a growing number of families;
- Assisting domestic violence victims who are have fewer options to escape abuse because of the recession;
- Preventing homelessness for hundreds of families who are struggling to make ends meet; and
- Helping people secure unemployment benefits, food stamps and other resources to survive as they look for the next job opportunity.
In 2008, PLS helped more than 9,200 people with urgent needs -- food, shelter and protection.
