Ashley Norris

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Earth Day – Tuesday, April 16, 2024 Houston, TX – The Equitable Development Initiative’s Environmental Justice Team at Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) is proud to unveil their newly updated Community Pollution Reporting Tool, which enables Texans in 72 counties in the eastern and Gulf Coast regions of Texas to easily report any form of pollution to […]

Becky’s Story In the national discussion centered around campus safety, one name has remained hidden: Becky Stevenson. Her violent assault preceded those revealed by the 2016 university scandal that made national headlines. When media inquiries came in, it was unsafe to use her real name, so she advocated for others using the alias, Jane Doe. The now 28-year-old Lone Star […]

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.

In observance of New Year’s, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed from December 29, 2023 to January 2, 2024. All offices will reopen on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.

In observance of Christmas, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed from December 22-26, 2023. All offices will reopen on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.

Houston, TX – This GivingTuesday, Lone Star Legal Aid will inspire generosity by sharing compelling stories of impact, illustrating how donations directly empower us to provide free legal services and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and their […]

In observance of Thanksgiving, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Monday, November 27, 2023. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.

In observance of Veterans Day, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Monday, November 13, 2023. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.

In 2019, the U.S. reported a population of 54.1 million people age 65 or older (the most recent year for which data is available). They represented 16% of the population–more than one in every seven Americans. Older adults consistently experience the most significant percentage of loss during and after natural disasters compared to younger age groups (Fernandez, Byard, Lin, Benson, […]

In observance of Labor Day, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 5th, 2023. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.

The Poverty Law Conference is hosted annually by the State Bar of Texas to educate poverty law attorneys about the legal issues that affect low-income Texans. This year, the 2023 conference is a hybrid event, with in-person presentations and award ceremonies in Austin, Texas. Many Lone Star Legal Aid staff will be in attendance this year. To learn more about […]

In the pursuit of a fresh start, individuals with felony and misdemeanor arrests on their records often rely on the expungement process to clear their past and pave the way for a brighter future. Unfortunately, even after the legal process is complete, records may not appear to be expunged. Such was the case for Brenda, a client who faced obstacles […]

Christina and Gabriel were best friends, husband and wife, and parents to three girls. Gabriel was described as goofy and a good listener – but he had a secret that would destroy their blended family unit. Christina’s middle daughter found Gabriel’s phone recording her taking a shower. She was just 13 at the time. It was clear that he intended […]

Access to justice is a fundamental right that gives every person access to legal remedies for their legal problems. However, for people with low-incomes, access to justice can be a challenge. Legal aid ensures access to justice regardless of a person’s financial means. What is Legal Aid? Legal aid is a system of providing legal assistance to individuals who cannot […]

In observance of Juneteenth, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Tuesday, June 20th, 2023. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.

Navigating the legal landscape can be daunting, especially when faced with complex terminologies. To empower individuals with a better understanding of civil law, we aim to define and explain some common legal terms encountered in civil proceedings. By familiarizing ourselves with these terms, we can communicate effectively, make informed decisions, and navigate legal matters with confidence. In this guide, we’ll […]

In observance of Memorial Day, Lone Star Legal Aid will be closed. All offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Texans can still apply for free legal help online at www.lonestarlegal.org.

Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the nation’s annual celebration of Older Americans Month (OAM). The theme for 2023 is “Aging Unbound,” which aims to discuss the diversity among aging populations, and discredit stereotypes. For many people, becoming an older adult brings newfound freedom and benefits: grown children, impending retirement, exploring new interests, travel, and more time […]

April is Texas Giving Month, a time to help Texas charities recover from a turbulent last few years. Nonprofits are also businesses, and individual donations allow us to be innovative, provide high quality services, and sustain our work when other resources are unavailable. Individual donations also allow us to help people and families in ways that funders and program designers […]

Each April, local communities, fair housing advocates, and fair housing organizations across the country commemorate Fair Housing Month by hosting an array of activities that highlight HUD’s fair housing enforcement efforts, enhance Americans’ awareness of their fair housing rights, and emphasize the importance of ending housing discrimination. Our Fair Housing team focuses on the right to stay in decent and […]