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May 21, 2020 Articles
State-by-State Information on COVID-19 Issues
Access-to-justice commissions and related developments.
By Access to Justice Committee
California - California Judicial Council Oks Suspending Eviction, Foreclosure Proceedings, Zero Bail for Misdemeanors
Hawaii - Kona Court Self-Help Center to Offer Legal Guidance Free
Massachusetts - How Can Law Students Help in the Midst of COVID-19?
Massachusetts - Suffolk Law Looks to Increase Court Access During PandemicMS - Legal Aid Attorneys Are Available By Phone
Michigan - Virtual Courts Provide Access to Justice During Shutdown
Minnesota - How ‘Stay at Home’ is Affecting Minnesota's Courtrooms
North Carolina - Civil Legal Aid in North Carolina Still Available During Pandemic Outbreak
New York - Court System Expands Virtual Operations and Opens Up Problem-Solving Courts
Ohio - Chief Justice's Program Funds $6 Million in Technology Grants for Local Courts
Oregon - Oregon Chief Justice Says Court Proceedings Will Continue With Health at Forefront
Tennessee - Online Faith and Justice Summit Will Connect Faith Communities with Legal Resources
Washington - Jury Trials in Washington Postponed Until July; New Coronavirus Guidance Issued for Courts
Wisconsin - Getting Answers: How to Ge Free Legal Advice During Social Distancing
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