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Commentary: Funding civil legal aid vital to protect many Maryland families
Reena Shah co-authors op-ed with Commissioners, Vicki Schultz and Michelle Siri
New Energy Bill Assistance for Marylanders
Many Marylanders who face civil legal issues, do so because they cannot afford to pay their rent or their utilities. Indeed, the rising cost of energy…
Reena K. Shah Appointed to Maryland State Advisory Council on Administrative Hearings
Governor Moore recently appointed Reena K. Shah, Executive Director of the Maryland Access to Justice Commission, to the State Advisory Council on Administrative…
Staffing of the ACE Program and the Pipeline for Future ACE Attorneys
During the hearings hosted by the Task Force in the fall of 2024, a complex story emerged about capacity among civil legal aid organizations to staff the…
A2JC Dispatch – May 2025 Issue
The May IssueIn this month’s Dispatch, we highlight A2JC’s events such as the Spring Social and the upcoming “Pizza Party” fundraiser, and A2JC’s insights…
REAL ID: What It Is and Why It Matters for Access to Justice
You might have heard the term “REAL ID” thrown around, but do you really know what it means? It’s more than just a driver’s license; it’s a federally compliant…
The Maryland Access to Justice Commission Commemorates Law Day
Reena Shah, the Executive Director of the Maryland Access to Justice Commission, recently addressed the St. Mary’s County Bar Association, during Law…
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