Background[]
- Website is being overhauled in June 2008
Insights[]
Program Mission[]
To support low-income people in Pennsylvania by providing unrestricted, impact legal advocacy
Intake Process[]
Internal case review after discussion and development of facts by the legal staff
Client Eligibility[]
Groups and individuals who meet usual legal services financial eligibility criteria (125% of poverty) with legal problems or raising legal issues, which, if successfully resolved, would have a substantial positive impact on themselves and other low-income people
Areas of State Covered by Program[]
All of Pennsylvania outside Philadelphia
Legal Services Provided[]
Will CJP accept direct referrals of cases? Yes Will CJP co-counsel with local programs? Yes Will CJP consult with local programs on cases? Yes Will CJP provide training to local programs? Yes Will CJP conduct training in the community? Yes Will CJP assist with policy development? Yes Will CJP handle class action lawsuits? Yes Will CJP work with clients on legislative and administrative matters? Yes
Areas of Expertise[]
Public Benefits including TANF, Food Stamps, Medical Assistance; Social Security; Child Support; Public Housing; Private landlord/ tenant; Civil Rights litigation