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    Perry Headlines Justice Forum

    Make plans now to join us for the 2025 Justice Forum on Thursday, October 23rd with special guest Imani Perry. Perry is a Harvard professor, MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship recipient, celebrated author, legal scholar, and cultural critic on race and inequality in America. Reception tickets go on sale in August. Become a sponsor today!

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  • New Deadline of September 25, 2025

    Tax Deadline Extended!

    Due to the natural disaster, WNC has been granted an automatic extension to Sept. 25, 2025 for all federal and state tax returns for 2024. Pisgah Legal Services offers free tax help to qualifying individuals. Call 828-210-3404 or apply online.

    Free Tax Help

  • Jazz for Justice A Big Success!

    On Wednesday May 28th, 400 people gathered to celebrate the work of Pisgah Legal Services, raise money to help people in need and pay tribute to the late Jerry Sternberg. Thanks to all our sponsors and everyone who attended!

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  • Contact Us

    Helene Recovery Help

    Pisgah Legal has been serving people in need in WNC for more than four decades, and we are steadfast in that commitment in the wake of Hurricane Helene. If you need help, please apply online or call 828-253-0406.

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  • We are stronger than the storm

    2024 Annual Report

    Last year we experienced seismic shifts, both for Pisgah Legal, and for the people of WNC in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Read about how we weathered the storm and how we are helping people in our mountains recover.

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Who We Are

Who We Are

We are a nonprofit that provides free civil legal aid to the most vulnerable people in WNC: disadvantaged children, seniors, at risk families & domestic violence victims.

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Donate Now

Donate Now

Make a tax-deductible contribution to Pisgah Legal Services and know that your donation is going to help local people right here in our mountains.

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Volunteer

Volunteer

We need you! Whether you are a lawyer or a member of the community who wants to give back, there are many different ways that you can get involved.

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Do you need help from Pisgah Legal Services? Apply online or call (828)253-0406 or toll-free at (800)489-6144

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Our Impact on Western North Carolina

people from across the mountains helped by Pisgah Legal in 2024
million secured in quantifiable benefits for our clients in 2024
local attorneys volunteer their services to assist PLS clients
survivors of domestic violence and their children helped in 2024

We are Pisgah Legal Services

Pat & Phil Smith

Pat and Phil are Co-Chairs of the PLS Endowment Campaign. Phil is a retired attorney with The Van Winkle Law Firm, and Pat is the retired executive director of CFWNC.

Thalia Hoy

Thalia has been assisting clients who are immigrants through Pisgah Legal’s Justice for All Program for more than 21 years.

Carol Steen

Carol is a donor and Pisgah Legal Services Board Member. She serves as Vice President of HR, IT, and Security for Biltmore Farms.

Jim Carillon

Jim has been a dedicated Pisgah Legal volunteer for more than 10 years, helping clients enroll in affordable healthcare and providing tax preparation.

Francisco Castelblanco

Francisco is the AHEC Director & Chair of Continuing Professional Development at Mountain Area Health Education Center and incoming Board President of Pisgah Legal Services.

Latest News & Events

2025 Summer Newsletter

Jul 8, 2025

In our Summer Newsletter, you’ll find an inspiring story of recovery and resilience in the wake of Hurricane Helene, as well as a volunteer spotlight, and a recap of Jazz for Justice and more. Read the PLS Summer Newsletter

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Ask A Lawyer – Disaster Relief Clinic in Burnsville on June 24

Jun 11, 2025

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 | 1pm – 4pm Rebuilding Hollers Foundation 1875 E US Hwy 19E, Burnsville, NC 28714  Pisgah Legal Services, Legal Aid of NC, and Rebuilding Hollers Foundation are hosting an Ask A Lawyer Clinic. Sign up for a FREE...

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Ask A Lawyer – Disaster Relief Clinic in Barnardsville on June 16

May 30, 2025

Monday, June 16, 2025 | 3pm – 6pm Barnardsville Fire Station 100 Dillingham Rd, Barnardsville, NC 28709 Pisgah Legal Services and Barnardsville Area Resiliency Network are hosting an Ask A Lawyer Clinic. Sign up for a FREE consultation with an attorney on...

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