LAET's O'Donnell Garners News Attention for Fair Housing Work
Legal Aid of East Tennessee's (LAET) Emily O'Donnell has made local news for her work with fair housing. O'Donnell, who is an attorney at LAET's Chattanooga office, is assisting a Chattanooga Housing Authority resident facing eviction over damage done to his home by his wheelchair. See the news coverage here.
LAET receives grant funding for Women In Crisis Project
CHATTANOOGA (August 9, 2013) – Legal Aid of East Tennessee (LAET) has been awarded a $20,000 grant by the Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga. The grant will fund the Women in Crisis Project, which screens, advises, and assists victims of domestic violence in obtaining public benefits for which they are eligible. The goal of “Women in Crisis” is to break the cycle of domestic violence by creating financial independence for women who are trapped in abusive situations.
LAET Holds Pro Bono Night
CHATTANOOGA (June 28, 2013) – Legal Aid of East Tennessee hosted its Annual Pro Bono Night, Thursday evening at Bessie Smith Hall in Chattanooga. The event celebrated local attorneys who have donated time and legal services during the past year to aid those who otherwise could not afford an attorney. The top fifty who donated the most hours of service were recognized individually and presented with certificates of thanks.