Do you know someone who may be eligible for a student loan discharge based on total and permanent disability (TPD)?
Many of our clients are eligible for student loan discharges based on total and permanent disability (TPD). Currently, the student...
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Major Credit Bureaus Institute New Policy to No Longer Include Medical Debt Under a Dollar Threshold on Credit Reports!
The three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Transunion, and Experian) will institute a new policy by March 30, 2023, to no...
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Student Loan Relief Extended
Biden administration extends student loan relief until the U.S. Department of Education is permitted to implement the debt relief program...
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SECOND Emergency HEAP benefit of 2022-2023 opened on February 27, 2023!
The 2022-2023 SECOND Emergency benefit opened on February 27, 2023. If you are eligible, the Emergency HEAP Benefit can help...
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February 2023 ERAP Updates
OTDA ERAP portal CLOSED on January 20th, 2023 due to lack of funds. OTDA (Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance) is...
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Community Legal Help Project: March Dates
Do you need help with a legal problem? Our Community Legal Help Project will be at the Brentwood Public Library...
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Have you heard of Romance Scams?
Learn the red flags and warning signs of Romance Scams to protect yourself and your loved ones this Valentine's Day. ...
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Show Your Love For Law Services 2023
Show Your Love For Law Services! This February, we are running our annual Show Your Love for Law Services Campaign....
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2nd Annual Comsewogue Community Resource Fair is taking place on Monday, March 13th, 2023
The 2nd Annual Comsewogue Community Resource Fair is taking place on Monday, March 13th, 2023 from 7pm-9pm. Many organizations, including...
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Nassau and Suffolk County Warming Centers UPDATE!
Warming Centers UPDATE! The National Weather Service has issued a number of cold weather advisories and warnings...
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Honoring Black History Month
Nassau Suffolk Law Services is observing Black History Month throughout the month of February. The Association for the Study of...
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Upcoming Clinics, Events, and Legal Help Resources: February 2023
We recently updated our Education Fact Sheets: Beyond COVID-19 School Closures (Questions for Families) or Beyond COVID-19 School Closures (Students With Existing IEPs...
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Upcoming Presentations: Learn About Law Services!
This year we invite everyone to meet our staff and learn more about each of our individual units. Please join...
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Emergency Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Benefit Open as of January 3, 2023
The 2022-2023 Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) benefit opened on January 3, 2023. If you are eligible, the Emergency...
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Improperly Held Security Deposits Will Be Returned by Fairfield Properties after Settlement with NY Attorney General’s Office
Improperly held security deposits will be returned by Fairfield Properties after settlement with New York Attorney General's Office. New York law...
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New Tool Helps Family Members Avoid Improper Debt Collections by Nursing Facilities
New Tool Helps Family Members Avoid Improper Debt Collections by Nursing Facilities: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently issued a...
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January ERAP Updates: OTDA ERAP portal CLOSED on January 20th, 2023 due to lack of funds
OTDA ERAP portal CLOSED on January 20th, 2023 due to lack of funds. OTDA (Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance) is...
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Community Legal Help Project: February Dates
Do you need help with a legal problem? Our Community Legal Help Project will be at the Brentwood Public Library...
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Honoring our December 2022 Pro Bono Warriors
We are pleased to honor our December Pro Bono Warriors! Thank you for all the work you do. ...
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Important Housing Alert! OTDA ERAP Portal Closing January 20, 2023
Apply today! OTDA ERAP portal will close on January 20th, 2023 at 9:00 pm due to lack of funds. (Note: Towns of...
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