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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

We're hiring interns for the 2025-26 academic year! Learn more and apply by 8/11: Fellows Program Intern: lawyersclearinghouse.org/2025-26-a2j-... Nonprofit Assistance Program Intern: lawyersclearinghouse.org/2025-26-nap-...

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Access to Justice Fellows Program Intern
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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Happy Legal Tip Tuesday! Today, we’re covering tenant groups, which enable tenants to work together to fix their housing problems. Check out the @masslegalhelp.bsky.social website to learn more: masslegalhelp.org/housing-apar... And remember: tenants have a legal right to organize!

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Organizing a Tenant Group
A tenant association is a group of tenants who work to fix their housing problems. It is illegal for landlords to retaliate against you for joining.
Follow these steps to start organizing:
1. Know Your Rights
2. Identify Problems
3. Make a Plan
4. Choose Your Tactics
5. Start a Tenant Group
6. Get Support
7. Negotiate
Information from masslegalhelp.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Meet 2025 Nolan Leadership Honoree Michelle Volpe, President of The Property and Casualty Initiative! Michelle has spent more than three decades championing affordable housing financing & vital community development initiatives. Learn more about her here: lawyersclearinghouse.org/meet-michell...

Image of text that says: "I am deeply humbled and honored by this recognition. We have so much to be proud of and so much urgent work to do together. Onward!" - Michelle Volpe, Nolan Leadership Honoree, President of The Property and Casualty Initiative
Join us at our 37th Annual Meeting! Learn more at lawyersclearinghouse.org”
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Boston ElderINFO @elderinfo.org · 16/07/2025

Mayor Wu has declared a heat emergency in Boston through Friday. All residents should take care to stay cool and hydrated and avoid long periods of heat exposure. Visit boston.gov/heat to find a cooling center near you and explore more resources to stay safe. #BeatTheHeat

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Interested in finding or becoming a fiscal sponsor? Learn about the process, risks, benefits, and more at a workshop on 7/30! Or join us for an Incorporation Workshop or Governance Check-In. 7/17: bit.ly/jul17incorpo... 7/22: bit.ly/jul22checkin 7/30: bit.ly/jul30fiscals...

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

It’s Legal Tip Tuesday! Want to better understand recent EOs that may impact your nonprofit? National Council of Nonprofits maintains a chart outlining EOs, their implications, and the current legal status as they are are challenged in court. Check it out: councilofnonprofits.org/files/media/...

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Recent Executive Orders have impacted and continue to impact countless nonprofits. This chart is updated frequently to keep nonprofits aware of the ways these orders may affect their work. It covers many topics, including:
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Federal Government; Immigration; LGBTQ+; Environment; Census; Civic Engagement; House of Worship/Faith-Based Groups
Information from councilofnonprofits.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Thank you to the volunteer attorneys from Choate and Mintz who staffed our Legal Clinics and CORI Sealing & Expungement Clinics this month! With your help, people like Amy (name changed) can overcome legal challenges and access the resources they need to move forward.

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

For Legal Tip Tuesday we’re spotlighting Emergency Aid to the Elderly Disabled and Children (EAEDC), a program that provides qualifying seniors, disabled people, caretakers & children with 2x-monthly payments and MassHealth coverage. Learn more & apply: mass.gov/info-details...

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Emergency Aid to the Elderly Disabled and Children (EAEDC) EAEDC provides 2 cash payments per month and MassHealth coverage to help meet basic needs for qualifying Massachusetts residents. Who qualifies? Adults unable to work due to disability (60+ days); Adults 65+ not receiving SSI; Caregivers of unrelated/distantly related children; Caregivers of disabled people who would otherwise need institutional care; Participants in Mass Rehabilitation Commission programs. Information from mass.gov & masslegalhelp.org”

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Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies @harvard-jchs.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

"We've figured out in our own state some lasting, successful interventions to address historical disparaties but the combination of interest rates and home price appreciation has made it incredibly difficult to make homeownership possible for many people." - @clarkziegler.bsky.social

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Clearinghouse Comms Intern Lucas De Oliveira spoke with a number of A2J Fellows Program Immigration Group members who talked about the uncertainty and hardship their immigrant clients are facing under the current administration. Read the full piece: lawyersclearinghouse.org/a2j-immigrat...

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

The Spring Newsletter is here! Check it out for a recap of recent events, book recommendations, feedback, and upcoming workshops: conta.cc/4jTem11

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Last chance! Join us for a Nonprofit Employment Law Basics Workshop and Q&A covering legal obligations, liabilities & more. Or check out the 7/17 Incorporation Workshop or the 7/22 Governance & Ops Check-In! bit.ly/jun24employm... bit.ly/jul17incorpo... bit.ly/jul22checkin

Image of text that says: “Upcoming Nonprofit Workshops & Consultations. Nonprofit Employment Law Basics, Tuesday, June 24, Zoom; Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop, Thursday, July 17, Zoom; Check-In: Good Governance & Nonprofit Operations in Challenging Times, Tuesday, July 22, Zoom. Learn about our pro bono programs and events lawyersclearinghouse.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Welcome back to Legal Tip Tuesday! This week, we're discussing Nonprofit Annual Filings. Pro tip: mark your calendars so you remember when to complete them!

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Nonprofit Annual Filings Are Your IRS and MA Filings Up to Date? IRS Annual Filing for Organizations Tax-Exempt under Section 501(c)(3). Most orgs must file Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-N annually; Filings are due May 15 if fiscal year is calendar year; Miss 3 consecutive years = lose tax-exemption. Check your status: apps.irs.gov/app/eos/ Information from lawyersclearinghouse.org”

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Nonprofit Annual Filings MA Secretary of the Commonwealth - Annual Report for Nonprofit Corporations. MA nonprofit corporations must file with Secretary of the Commonwealth; Due Nov 1 every year, including incorporation year; List dual roles- note if someone is both officer AND director. Check your status: corp.sec.state.ma.us/corpweb/CorpSearch/CorpSearch.aspx Information from lawyersclearinghouse.org”

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Nonprofit Annual Filings MA Attorney General Registration and Filing Requirement for Most Charitable Orgs. Most MA orgs must register & file Form PC annually; Due 4.5 months after end of fiscal year; CPA review of financials required if over $500K, audit if over $1M. Check your status: Check your status: masscharities.my.site.com/FilingSearch/s/ Information from lawyersclearinghouse.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Questions about #nonprofit employment law? Join us for a workshop and Q&A covering legal obligations, potential liabilities, and more. Or check out the 7/17 Incorporation Workshop or the 7/22 Governance & Operations Check-In! bit.ly/jun24employm... bit.ly/jul17incorpo... bit.ly/jul22checkin

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Qs about #nonprofit employment law? Join us for a workshop and Q&A covering legal obligations, liabilities & more. Or check out the 7/17 Incorporation Workshop or the 7/22 Governance & Operations Check-In! bit.ly/jun24employm... bit.ly/jul17incorpo... bit.ly/jul22checkin

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City of Somerville Office of Housing Stability (OHS) @somervilleohs.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Our next Eviction Record Sealing workshop at OHS is coming up on Thurs June 12! Register now at bit.ly/EvictionRecordSealing2025

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

It's Legal Tip Tuesday! Today we’re discussing resources related to the executive orders & initiatives the government is using to target #nonprofits. It can be hard to keep track of everything, but this page from Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta is a great place to start: pbpatl.org/resources-3/...

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Nonprofits and the New Administration Need help making sense of the federal initiatives impacting nonprofits? Check out this resource page from Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta, covering basic considerations, immigration, DEI programming, funding changes, and lobbying and advocacy. Information from pbpatl.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Thank you to our May Legal Clinic and CORI Clinic volunteers from Robins Kaplan, @lathamwatkins.bsky.social, Brown Rudnick, @goodwinlaw.bsky.social, and @morganlewislaw.bsky.social! We appreciate you dedicating your time to help people like Bilal (name changed) overcome legal challenges.

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The rest of the text says: “Thank you to our May clinic volunteers from Robins Kaplan, Latham & Watkins, Brown Rudnick, Goodwin, and Morgan Lewis! Learn more about our free legal clinics: lawyercearinghouse.org/clinic-programs”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Last chance! We still have a couple open spots for the 6/12 Governance & Operations Check-In. This is a great opportunity for #nonprofits to review their operations with assistance from volunteers from @bostonbar.bsky.social's Tax-Exempt Orgs Section. Details: bit.ly/jun12checkin

Image of text that starts with a quote that says: “This is a great service. I am not sure how organizations like us, focused on services and lofty goals, could get this type of nuts and bolts information.'" -Local Nonprofit Board Member
The rest of the text says: “Assess your governance and operations at a virtual Check-In on June 12! Good Governance and Nonprofit Operations in Challenging Times June 12, 12-2 PM, Zoom
Learn more about our nonprofit programs: lawyersclearinghouse.org/nonprofit-programs”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Need free assistance with a civil legal issue? Join us at St. Francis House next Friday 6/6 to discuss your concerns with volunteers who may be able to help with matters such as eviction, housing discrimination, SSI/SSDI, and credit & tax issues. Clinic details: bit.ly/jun6stfranci...

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

It's Legal Tip Tuesday! Today, we want to spotlight our Tax Lien Foreclosure Clinic. Tax lien foreclosure is when your property is seized & sold to recover debt. Losing your home is a scary situation, but we may be able to connect you with free assistance: lawyersclearinghouse.org/clinic-progr...

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Tax Lien Clinic Are you a homeowner facing tax lien foreclosure? Need free legal assistance? We may be able to connect you with free legal advice and representation from volunteer lawyers through our Tax Lien Foreclosure Clinic. This clinic is currently offered to eligible homeowners by appointment only. Information from lawyersclearinghouse.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

We're hiring a part-time A2J Fellows Program Manager to recruit Fellows, organize events, oversee development, and showcase the impact of this unique program, which has engaged 200+ Fellows in 200,000+ hours of pro bono. Learn more and apply by June 8! lawyersclearinghouse.org/hiring-a2jma...

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

You might be wondering...what is Lawyers Clearinghouse and what do we do? We run a variety of #probono legal programs serving #nonprofits & people in need, offer educational workshops, and engage senior lawyers in meaningful pro bono projects. Learn more: lawyersclearinghouse.org

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

For our weekly Legal Tip Tuesday we're highlighting the LUCE Defense Hotline, which verifies ICE sightings in MA, supports people in exercising their rights, and shares verified info to protect the community. Learn more at lucemass.org & save the Defense Hotline number: 617-370-5023.

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The LUCE Defense Hotline verifies ICE sightings, supports in exercising their rights, and shares verified information to protect the community. It operates with trained volunteers from 5 AM-9 PM daily, across multiple languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Haitian Creole (more to be added!).
Call the hotline number below if you think you see ICE in your area or if you wish to be connected with people in your community who are taking action.
Live or work in Massachusetts? Save the LUCE Hotline number On your phone: 617-370-5023
Information from lucemass.org”

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Call the LUCE Hotline if: 1) You suspect ICE or DHS, FBI, federal agents, or unidentified suspicious activity in your community. 2) You witnessed or had a personal contact with any of the above. 3) You see people dressed like civilians parked for prolonged hours in a residential area, with tinted windows, making traffic stops in a neighborhood.
Live or work in Massachusetts? Save the LUCE Hotline number on your phone: 617-370-5023 Information from lucemass.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Assess your nonprofit's governance and operations at a virtual check-in on June 12! This is a great opportunity to identify potential legal issues or areas for improvement with help from experienced volunteer attorneys. Details & registration: bit.ly/jun12checkin

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Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop Thursday, May 15, Zoom; CORI Training: What Nonprofits Need to Know to Help Their Clients Wednesday, June 11, Zoom; Check-In: Good Governance and Nonprofit Operations in Challenging Times Thursday, June 12, Zoom; Nonprofit Employment Law Basics Tuesday, June 24, Zoom.

Learn about our pro bono programs and events lawyersclearinghouse.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

It’s time for another Legal Tip Tuesday! This week we’re sharing tips for accessing different funding sources for your nonprofit. Check out this article from @uschamber.bsky.social to learn more about your options, including nonprofit loan funds and CDFIs: uschamber.com/co/run/finan...

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Need help finding funding for your nonprofit? Here are some tips on where to look! Business Credit Cards: A legally compliant way to access a line of credit for daily and fixed expenses. Compare interest rates, APR, and cashback options specifically designed for nonprofits rather than standard businesses.
Nonprofit Loan Funds: These specialized lending options provide legally structured low-interest or interest-free loans with terms specifically designed for nonprofits, while offering more flexible qualification requirements than traditional banking institutions. Information from uschamber.com”

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Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFls): Specialized nonprofit lenders legally authorized to provide smaller financing options (usually under $50K) to underserved communities. Be prepared for potentially higher interest rates and more extensive documentation requirements than traditional banks.
Annual Nonprofit Grants: Free funding from corporations, foundations, and government entities to organizations that meet specific criteria. To maintain tax-exempt status, follow proper legal documentation procedures when applying for grants. Information from uschamber.com”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Thinking about starting a #nonprofit in MA? Join us on 5/15 for a comprehensive overview of the incorporation process, presented by experienced nonprofit attorneys from Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston and @goodwinlaw.bsky.social. Details and registration: bit.ly/may15incorpo...

Image of text that says: “Starting a nonprofit in MA? Last chance to register! Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop May 15| 15|4-6 4-6 PM Zoom $25
An essential overview of the incorporation process covering structuring a nonprofit, federal tax exemption, state and IRS reporting requirements & more.
Learn about our pro bono programs and events lawyersclearinghouse.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Save the date! Join us on 9/25 as we celebrate Leadership Honoree Michelle Volpe, President of The Property & Casualty Initiative, and recognize the contributions of Dain Torpy, Phillips & Angley, @pierceatwoodllp.bsky.social, and Women's Money Matters. lawyersclearinghouse.org/37th-annual-...

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Lawyers Clearinghouse 37th Annual Meeting Thursday, September 25, 5-7 PM Nixon Peabody, 53 State Street, Boston, MA
Honoring Michelle Volpe President of The Property & Casualty Initiative Recipient of the Nolan Leadership Award
Recognizing Dain Torpy, Phillips & Angley, and Pierce Atwood Founding Firms, Tax Lien Foreclosure Clinic Recipients of the Pro Bono Excellence Award
Women's Money Matters Recipient of the McNeil Community Impact Award
Learn more at lawyersclearinghouse.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Happy Legal Tip Tuesday! Today we’re covering accounting services for nonprofits. MassCPAs enables MA nonprofits to publish volunteer opportunities for free, helping them connect with CPAs who can donate their time and expertise. Post your opportunity: masscpas.org/volunteer-op...

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Topic: Nonprofit Accounting Services
Is your Massachusetts nonprofit looking for guidance from α CPA? The Massachusetts Society of CPAS has members who donate their expertise to: 1) Participate on nonprofit boards 2) Work on nonprofit audit and finance committees, and 3) Provide assistance with α variety of financial projects
Information from masscpas.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

It's time for another Pro Bono Victory! We’re highlighting a Tax Lien Foreclosure Clinic client, Paul, who was able to pay off a tax lien and save his home with assistance from volunteer attorney Joseph Konopka, an associate at Phillips & Angley. Learn more: lawyersclearinghouse.org/april-2025/

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"My] quality of life has been so much improved by having gotten out from under this tax lien." -Paul*, Former Client, Tax Lien Foreclosure Clinic
Learn more about our pro bono programs for nonprofits and people in need at lawyersclearinghouse.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

It's Legal Tip Tuesday! The Health Care For All HelpLine helps MA residents at all income levels & nonprofit orgs navigate complex health insurance options, enrollment processes, and policy questions. Call the HelpLine at 800-272-4232 to get started! Or learn more at hcfama.org/hcfas-helpli...

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- Certified Application Counselors trained to assist with state programs & Medicare counseling
- Expert assistance in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole & French
- Resources and educational support for individuals at all income levels AND nonprofit organizations with questions about health plans
- Referrals to Health Law Advocates for assistance with medical bills & denials of healthcare services Information from hcfama.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Thank you to our April Legal Clinic and CORI Clinic volunteers from @wilmerhale.bsky.social, @mofollp.bsky.social, Ropes & Gray, and Morgan Lewis! Your assistance means so much to people like Sophia (*name changed), who don't have the resources to handle stressful legal challenges on their own.

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Rest of text says: “Thank you to our April volunteers from WilmerHale, Morrison Foerster, Ropes, and Morgan Lewis! Learn more about our free legal clinics: lawyersclearinghouse.org/clinic-programs”

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City of Somerville Office of Housing Stability (OHS) @somervilleohs.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

FYI: starting May 5, 2025, you can seal many kinds of Massachusetts evictions!! Want some support? Come to a workshop!! May 13 11:30am–1:30pm June 12 5–7pm June 18 5–7pm Somerville City Hall Annex Conference Room 50 Evergreen Ave. Somerville 02145 Please register: bit.ly/EvictionRecordSealing2025

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Need free assistance with a civil legal issue? Join us at Rosie's Place* next Friday, 5/2 to discuss your matter with volunteer attorneys. Walk-ins welcome! Additional clinic details: bit.ly/may2rosiespl... *Rosie's Place is a women-only shelter.

“Need a lawyer? Join us for a FREE Legal Clinic @Rosie's Place! Friday, May 2, 8:30-11 AM Rosie's Place (Women Only) 889 Harrison Ave., Boston, MA
Free assistance with civil legal matters such as eviction, housing discrimination, housing conditions, unemployment, benefits, credit & tax issues, and more!
Walk-ins are welcome! Learn more at lawyersclearinghouse.org/clinic-programs”

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The Boston Foundation @bostonfdn.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

More than 500 nonprofits from across the state responded to the MA Nonprofits Federal Impacts Survey in February, a partnership between TBF, @massnonprofitnet.bsky.social, and @massincpolling.bsky.social to capture nonprofit perceptions of the impact on their orgs and the communities they serve.

“I see it adversely affecting this work even to the point of closing the organization.” Massachusetts Nonprofits Federal Impacts Survey Nonprofit Response.

In partnership with the Boston Foundation, Massachusetts Nonprofit Network, and MassINC Polling Group.

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Massachusetts Bar Association @massbar.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

The Boston Law Day of Action will be held May 1 (12-1 pm), at the Boston Common Bandstand. Join us to support the rule of law and reaffirm your attorney’s oaths of allegiance to the US & MA Constitutions with Recently Retired SJC Clerk Maura Doyle. www.massbar.org/publications...

Announcing the Boston Law Day of Action on May 1, from noon to 1 p.m., at the Boston Common Bandstand in Boston. The host Massachusetts Bar Association invites members of the legal community to support the rule of law and reaffirm your attorney’s oaths of allegiance to the US & MA Constitutions with Recently Retired SJC Clerk Maura Doyle.

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Happy Legal Tip Tuesday! This week we're talking about 501(c)(3) resources. The IRS Stay Exempt website offers trainings & info for nonprofit orgs at all stages, covering incorporation, nonprofit status, political activities, employment law & more: stayexempt.irs.gov

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: 501(c)(3) Resources
Did you know the IRS has a website specifically for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations? Visit the Stay Exempt site to access a huge range of resources and trainings covering everything from incorporation and maintaining nonprofit status to foundation classification and political activities. Need in-depth assistance? Learn more about our referral program and workshops at lawyersclearinghouse.org! Information from stayexempt.irs.gov”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Welcome back to Legal Tip Tuesday! The Social Security Admin's Ticket to Work Program offers free employment services to people receiving disability benefits, inc. career counseling, vocational rehabilitation, and job placement & training. Learn more at choosework.ssa.gov

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Are you 18-64 and receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits because of a disability? The SSA Ticket to Work program can connect you with free employment services, including career counseling, vocational rehabilitation, and job placement and training. Call the Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 to verify eligibility and access services. Information from choosework.ssa.gov & ssa.gov/work”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Want to learn how to create compelling #nonprofit business plan or update your existing one? Join us for a presentation and Q&A on 4/30! This is a great opportunity for both current nonprofit leaders & people who are getting ready to start a nonprofit. bit.ly/apr30busines...

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Written Information Security Program (WISP) Consultation, Thursday, April 24, Zoom; Nonprofit Business Planning: A Roadmap for Your Organization*, Wednesday, April 30, Zoom, *Recorded; Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop, Thursday, May 15, Zoom.
Learn about our pro bono programs & events lawyersclearinghouse.org”

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City of Boston @boston.gov · 11/04/2025

Stop by BCYF Charlestown tomorrow, April 12, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for a dog licensing and low-cost pet vaccine clinic. 🐕♥️ boston.gov/animals

A graphic with illustrated pet dogs and cats at the bottom. Text on the graphic reads: "2025 dog licensing & low-cost rabies clinic. Saturday, April 12 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. BCYF Charlestown 225 Medford St, Charlestown. Boston.gov/animals." The logos for the City of Boston, Boston Animal Control, Boston Centers for Youth and Families, and the Animal Rescue League are at the bottom of the graphic.

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

We’re here for another Legal Tip Tuesday! This week's topic is Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML). If you pay taxes and are an employee of a MA business or state agency (or were within the last 6 months), you may qualify! Learn more & apply: mass.gov/pfml

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Paid Family & Medical Leave
Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) is paid time off to care for yourself or your family. Most employees qualify & immigration status does not matter. The four kinds of leave are medical leave, new child leave, family care leave, and military family leave. You can mix and match between continuous intermittent, or reduced schedule leave. Check eligibility and apply at mass.gov/pfml.
Information from gbls.org and mass.gov”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Need to update your org’s data security plan or draft a new one? Want to create a clear and compelling nonprofit business plan? Join us at an upcoming event! Details & registration: bit.ly/apr9coritrai... bit.ly/apr24wisp bit.ly/apr30busines... bit.ly/may15incorpo...

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CORI Training: What Nonprofits Need to Know to Help Their Clients, Wednesday, April 9, Zoom; Written Information Security Program (WISP) Consultation, Thursday, April 24, Zoom; Nonprofit Business Planning: A Roadmap for Your Organization*, Wednesday, April 30, Zoom, *Recorded; Nonprofit Incorporation Workshop, Thursday, May 15, Zoom
Learn about our pro bono programs and events lawyersclearinghouse.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Need help with a civil legal issue? Join us at BHCHP's Barbara McGinnis House this Friday 4/4 for a free Legal Clinic! Walk-ins are welcome. Volunteers will be onsite to conduct intakes for issues like eviction, benefits & unemployment. Learn more: bit.ly/apr4bhchp

Image of text that says: “Need a lawyer? Join Us for a FREE Legal Clinic @BHCHP! Friday, April 4th, 8:30-11 AM BHCHP Barbara McGinnis House, 780 Albany St, Boston, MA. Free assistance with civil legal matters such as eviction, benefits, housing discrimination, unemployment, housing conditions, credit & tax issues, and more! Walk-ins are welcome! Learn more at lawyerclearinghouse.org/clinic-programs”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

For this week’s Legal Tip Tuesday, we’re exploring how orgs can protect themselves from the threat of state & federal investigation. Head to democracyprotectionnetwork.org to check out their resource "Protecting Civic Space: a Primer" and to apply for help, including legal advice/representation.

Image of text that says: Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Protecting Organizations from Government Investigation. Tips: establish a contingency plan but have a lawyer just in case; assume anything in writing could be disclosed; ensure confidential information is protected; get honest with donors & partners and embrace good governance; train staff to be aware of bad-faith actors. Information from democracyprotectionnetwork.org”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Meet our Spring 2025 Interns! We're so glad to have them with us this semester and greatly appreciate all they do to assist with clinics, programs, client outreach, and communications. Head to our website to learn more about them: lawyersclearinghouse.org/spring-2025-...

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Thank you to our March Legal Clinic and CORI Sealing & Expungement Clinic volunteers from Goulston & Storrs, Ropes, FM, and Latham & Watkins! With your help, more people like Carl* can change their lives for the better.

Image of text that says: "You changed my life dramatically. I wouldn't have a job today if it weren't for what you guys did for me." -Carl*, Former CORI Clinic Client
Thank you to our March volunteers from Goulston, Ropes, FM Global, and Latham & Watkins! Learn more about our free legal clinics: lawyersclearinghouse.org/clinic-programs”

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Lawyers Clearinghouse @lcprobono.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

We're switching up our look for our 5th Legal Tip Tuesday! Today's topic is eviction sealing. Starting on 5/5 MA tenants can petition to seal their eviction records, depending on the type of eviction & case outcome. Learn more at @masslegalhelp.bsky.social: www.masslegalhelp.org/housing-apar...

Image of text that says: “Legal Tip Tuesday Topic: Eviction Sealing Last August, Massachusetts passed a law allowing tenants to seal their court eviction records. Once the law goes into effect on May 5, 2025, you may be able to petition the court to seal your eviction record depending on the type of eviction and the outcome of the case. Information from masslegalhelp.org and passthehomesact.org”

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