Donate to Legal Aid When You Pay Your State Bar Dues
Each year, Texas attorneys have the opportunity to make a voluntary "Access to Justice Contribution" when paying their State Bar of Texas dues. The suggested donation is $100, but you can always donate more!
Legal aid organizations use the funds to help indigent Texans attain justice in civil matters. Without legal aid, many of these individuals and families could lose their homes, be compelled to stay in abusive relationships, or become the victim of predatory lenders.
The voluntary Access to Justice Contribution is especially critical in light of the fact that, due to a lack of resources, legal aid organizations must turn away half of all qualified applicants. Additionally, since Hurricanes Katrina and Rita hit the Gulf Coast, the demand for legal services has put a strain on the legal aid delivery system, particularly in Houston and East Texas. Thus far, Texas legal aid providers have helped more than 8,000 hurricane victims with their civil legal needs. And there are still cases pending.
When you pay your State Bar of Texas dues, remember to donate $100 or more for Access to Justice. Your contribution helps give hope to people who have nowhere to turn.
Pay your dues at www.texasbar.com.