Monthly Archives: December 2014

Affordable Housing Victory!

US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit: A rent-stabilized lease is a public benefit and no longer a barrier to filing for bankruptcy in NY!

Click here to read about this exciting news in the New York Times

Rent-Stabilization Victory: Read the court decision

Posted in Brooklyn News, Media, News

Attorney General Launches Web-Based App To Help Homeowners

NY Homeowners: The estate planning attorneys from Faulkner law firm has launched a new web-based App,

https://wsfaulknerlaw.com/estate-planning-attorney-near-me/

The site is dedicated to helping homeowners avoid foreclosure rescue scams and to promote the HOPP network of services to homeowners in need. The site allows you to:

Search government-vetted companies
Locate nearby HOPP Partners
Report scams
Get tips

Check it out! https://www.AGScamhelp.com/

Posted in Brooklyn News, Media, News

Happy #GivingTuesday!

Happy #GivingTuesday from the VLP! Join the movement and make a donation today.

Posted in Brooklyn News, Events, Media, News

News

VLP Newsletter | July 2021
VLP Press Release: New Board Member Appointments
VLP Press Release: New Board Member Appointments
VLP Press Release: New Board Member Appointments
VLP Newsletter | September 2020

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october

Virtual Housing Legal Clinic

23oct12:00 pm5:00 pmVirtual Housing Legal ClinicVirtual

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Join us on Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM for a free

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Join us on Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM for a free housing legal clinic!

The VLP is thrilled to participate in another event hosted by the Metropolitan Black Bar Association (“MBBA”) and in partnership with The Legal Aid Society, We Network LLC, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Pi Iota Omega Chapter to provide virtual legal consultations for tenants and homeowners facing eviction and foreclosure in New York City. Volunteer lawyers will be present to assist tenants and homeowners file hardship declarations, emergency rental applications, and referrals to the Office of Civil Justice under the Right to Counsel law.

Tenants and homeowners seeking assistance may register before or during the clinic up until 4:00 PM. Attorneys must register by Wednesday, October 20th to attend and receive CLE credit.

To learn more about the event and register to attend, click here.

Time

(Saturday) 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Celebrate Pro Bono Week 2021

24octAll Day31FeaturedCelebrate Pro Bono Week 2021Join the celebration!

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Pro Bono Week takes place every year in October and celebrates the pro bono ethic of the thousands of professionals who

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Pro Bono Week takes place every year in October and celebrates the pro bono ethic of the thousands of professionals who volunteer their skills and professional expertise to support nonprofits all around the world. Engaging in the conversation and celebration is easy and fun! Visit the VLP Pro Bono Week event page to learn more.

Time

october 24 (Sunday) - 31 (Sunday)

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Virtual Event

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Fireside Chat on Ballot Proposal 5: Increasing Jurisdiction of the New York City Civil Court

25oct6:00 pm7:00 pmFireside Chat on Ballot Proposal 5: Increasing Jurisdiction of the New York City Civil Courtvia IGTV

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We are excited to announce VLP Director of Legal Services, Sidney Cherubin, will be joining Meeta Anand

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We are excited to announce VLP Director of Legal Services, Sidney Cherubin, will be joining Meeta Anand from The New York Immigration Coalition on Monday, October 25 at 6:00pm on IGTV for a Fireside Chat breaking down Ballot Proposal 5: Increasing Jurisdiction of the New York City Civil Court.

This event is included in the WCC and DemocracyNYC series of Instagram Lives focused on understanding the ballot proposals for NYC’s upcoming General Election. Hear from experts on the impacts, benefits, and challenges of each proposal so you feel prepared and informed going into the polls on November 2nd. Can’t join live? Each live will be posted to the @civicmatters IGTV. Take a look and share widely!

Time

(Monday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Location

Virtual Event

Organizer

Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

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Virtual CLE: The Basics of CLARO, COVID-19 Protections and Updates and Helping our CLARO Clients Remotely

28oct2:00 pm5:00 pmVirtual CLE: The Basics of CLARO, COVID-19 Protections and Updates and Helping our CLARO Clients Remotelyvia Zoom

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Training Information: This webinar offers training on consumer debt defense amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. We will give an

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Training Information:

This webinar offers training on consumer debt defense amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. We will give an overview of the work that our staff attorneys and volunteers typically do in our CLARO program. We will also discuss the COVID-19 related consumer protections afforded under Federal and State law, including those affecting credit scores, student loans and renters. Since the pandemic struck, our New York courts that hear consumer cases have been upended — we will review the current state of the courts, the progress that has been made and what lies ahead in these uncertain times. Finally, we will talk about how we have continued to serve our CLARO clients remotely and our plans to continue and expand this service through the CLARO Remote Pilot Project.

Please register for the CLE by noon on Wednesday, October 27th (see the register button below), so that we can send you a link to the Zoom meeting.3 CLE credits available. Appropriate for newly admitted and experienced attorneys.

Presented by:

Sidney Cherubin, Esq., Director of Legal Services, Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

Jennifer Cook, Esq., Staff Attorney, Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

Click here to register!

Time

(Thursday) 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Location

Virtual Event

Organizer

Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

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Virtual Chat and Chew with VLP Staff

29oct1:00 pm3:00 pmVirtual Chat and Chew with VLP Staffvia Zoom

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Please join VLP Staff for a virtual Chat and Chew on Friday, October 29 at 1

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Please join VLP Staff for a virtual Chat and Chew on Friday, October 29 at 1 pm (ET)!

Amid the fall-out of the pandemic, so much is changing quickly for both legal professionals and the clients we serve. The VLP would like to take this opportunity to catch up and connect with our volunteer community and supporters.

The format is designed to be open and engaging for all who attend. VLP staff and volunteers will have opportunities to participate in conversations focused on recent COVID-19 updates and check in on one another both personally and professionally. We will also share what the VLP has been up to now that we are slowly transitioning to in-person work and leave ample time for questions about your current VLP matters, as well as discuss client representation needs and emerging trends.

Please RSVP to the VLP’s virtual Chat and Chew by noon on Thursday, October 28th so that we can send you a link to the Zoom meeting. Space is limited.

Time

(Friday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location

Virtual Event

Organizer

Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

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november

Virtual CLE: The Basics of Foreclosure and COVID-19: What You Need to Know

04nov3:00 pm4:30 pmVirtual CLE: The Basics of Foreclosure and COVID-19: What You Need to Knowvia Zoom

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Training Information: This CLE provides a basic overview of the New York State Foreclosure Process and how COVID-19

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Training Information:

This CLE provides a basic overview of the New York State Foreclosure Process and how COVID-19 is affecting homeowners.

Please register for the CLE by noon on Wednesday, November 3rd (see the register button below), so that we can send you a link to the Zoom meeting. 1.5 CLE credits available. Appropriate for newly admitted and experienced attorneys.

Presented by:

Edward Mostoller, Esq., Staff Attorney, Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

Peter White, Esq., Staff Attorney, Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

Daniele Wilson, Esq., Staff Attorney, Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

Click here to register!

Time

(Thursday) 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Location

Virtual Event

Organizer

Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

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