News & Events - Pisgah Legal Services

Jazz for Justice: POSTPONED

Posted On 03/18/202003/18/2020 by Evie White

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…

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Hendersonville Community Lunch & Learn: POSTPONED

Posted On 03/10/202003/12/2020 by Rebekah Lewis

In response to the developing situation surrounding COVID-19 and as a precaution to protect the health of our community, the No Place Like Home Lunch and Learn event has been postponed. Thank you for your understanding. Wednesday, April 1 11.45am—1.15…

Categories: Events , Housing Assistance

PLS Staff Attorney Appointed President of Buncombe County Bar

Posted On 02/04/202002/07/2020 by Rebekah Lewis

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…

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PLS E.D. Jim Barrett featured in Journey Across the 100

Posted On 02/04/202002/04/2020 by Rebekah Lewis

PLS Executive Director Jim Barrett was one of 3 Buncombe County citizens featured in Journey Across the 100, a listening tour by the Raleigh News & Observer. Reporters talked with people about their concerns as the 2020 election approaches. Watch…

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Seeking Safety Lunch and Learn in Transylvania County

Posted On 01/29/202001/29/2020 by Rebekah Lewis

Wednesday, February 19th, 2020 12 PM – 1:15 PM St. Philip’s Episcopal Church 256 East Main Street Brevard, NC 28712 Learn how local advocates are working together to keep our community safe from domestic abuse in Transylvania County. Join Pisgah…

Categories: Domestic Violence , Events

Apply for a Paid Internship with Pisgah Legal

Posted On 01/24/2020 by Rebekah Lewis

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…

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FREE Tax Assistance is Available

Posted On 01/23/202002/21/2020 by Rebekah Lewis

If you or someone you know needs FREE tax assistance, there are a number of VITA certified (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) services available in multiple locations. This program offers free tax help to people who make $54,000 or less, persons…

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MAHEC/PLS Partnership Provides Patients with More Than Healthcare

Posted On 12/27/2019 by Rebekah Lewis

For many patients, their issues don’t end when they leave their doctor’s office. That is why Pisgah Legal has an attorney placed in MAHEC’s offices, so doctors can refer patients to get the help they need to improve their health…

Categories: Health , Media Stories

A Single Dad Saves His Home with help from PLS and Area Agencies

Posted On 12/27/201912/27/2019 by Rebekah Lewis

Stephen walked into the Buncombe County Courthouse praying for a miracle. That’s when he met Pisgah Legal attorney, Thomas Lodwick. Read an inspiring Asheville Citizen-Times article on how Pisgah Legal and area agencies collaborated with Stephen Bolden to save his…

Categories: Housing Assistance , Media Stories

Support PLS and Local Artists with Handmade Ornament

Posted On 12/20/2019 by Rebekah Lewis

Now until Dec. 31st, the North Carolina Glass Center is donating 50% of the sales of limited edition blown glass ornaments and sculpted candy canes to Pisgah Legal Services and Open Hearts. Stop by and check them out! 140 C Roberts St,…

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PLS COO Speaks about Recent ACA Ruling

Posted On 12/20/2019 by Rebekah Lewis

An appeals court found the individual mandate, the part that requires everyone to have health insurance, unconstitutional. But it did not throw out the entire law. WLOS News13 spoke to PLS COO Jackie Kiger on the ruling and how it…

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Pisgah Legal Updates in Our Winter Newsletter!

Posted On 12/10/201912/11/2019 by Rebekah Lewis

Read how Diana and Larry reached out to PLS for help saving their home, updates on the Asheville-Buncombe Community Land Trust, a recap of our Justice Forum with Jose Antonio Vargas and more in our Winter Newsletter.

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