ABA Task Force on Legal Needs Arising from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

Resources and information to support the delivery of legal services during the pandemic.

The Task Force was created to assess the civil and criminal legal needs resulting from the pandemic, to make recommendations to address those needs, to promote collaboration across the legal system, and to mobilize pro bono resources in support of pandemic-related legal services.

Task Force Composition

The Task Force is comprised of 19 members from ABA entities, plus 20 liaisons from other organizations.

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Task Force Committees

The work of the Task Force is carried out primarily by its three committees.

Court Processes Committee - CHAIR: Hon. J. Michelle Childs

Addressing processes, procedures, and best practices necessary to conduct court proceedings effectively during the pandemic.

Eviction Committee - CHAIR: Emily A. Benfer

Working to assess and promote solutions to the growing epidemic of loss of housing due to the pandemic.

Pro Bono Committee - CHAIR: David F. Bienvenu

Coordinating a national mobilization of pro bono resources to address legal needs arising from the pandemic.

Practice Forward

Continually updated tools and resources to help move your practice and the legal profession forward during COVID-19 and beyond.

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Task Force Chair: James J. Sandman

STAFF COUNSEL: Jason T. Vail

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ABA Task Force on Legal Needs Arising from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

Resources and information to support the delivery of legal services during the pandemic.

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