PLS News

You may qualify for unemployment insurance related to COVID-19 if, because of the virus, you lost your job, had your hours reduced, can’t work because of a medical condition, or are following direct quarantine orders. There are also some situations…

PLS Executive Director Jim Barrett explains how to access our services during the COVID response period. Staff are answering calls and intaking applications for services and remain committed to ensuring justice for all. For food, economic assistance & more go…

Pisgah Legal has temporarily suspended its volunteer-run free tax service due to the outbreak of COVID-19. To file your taxes online, check out Myfreetaxes.com or search for an authorized IRS E-File Provider. As of March 19, the IRS has not extended the filing period,…

During this unprecedented health emergency, Pisgah Legal is committed to continuing to serve our clients. In addition, we have created a resource page with info on how to access services for food, economic assistance, mental health, business support, recovery support,…

Dear Friends, Clients and Partners, As we are all aware, the COVID-19 (coronavirus) is impacting lives around the world and here in Western North Carolina. As the situation continues to evolve, we are taking important steps to serve our clients…

The health and safety of everyone in our community is a priority for Pisgah Legal Services. Due to ongoing concerns about COVID-19, we are postponing our annual Jazz for Justice celebration, originally scheduled for April 2nd. Our hope is to…

In a time when divisiveness seems to be rampant, Pisgah Legal attorney and current Buncombe County Bar President Anne Salter is proud of her fellow Bar members and the culture of civility and cooperation that exists between them. “Even though…

Thanks to a grant from Z. Smith Reynolds, Pisgah Legal will host a paid internship for a college student in Asheville from late May 2020 –late July 2020. The Community Engagement and Intake Intern will work to assess barriers to…