The NM Commission on Access to Justice is offering free webinars on civil legal issues designed for representatives from non-profit organizations, educational institutions, health care providers, social service agencies, local government, libraries, faith-based associations and the business community. The webinars are an opportunity for agencies that work with community to learn about the legal resources available to community members.
The next webinar is Wednesday, September 23, 12:00-2:00pm on Kinship-Guardianship Issues and Resources. Speakers are Sophie Asher and Mariel G. Willow, J.D., of Pegasus Legal Services for Children. Email aocgcs@nmcourts.gov to register.
On Wednesday, October 7, 12:00-2:00pm there will be a session on Landlord-Tenant Issues and Resources.
The NM Commission on Access to Justice is an independent statewide body dedicated to expanding and improving civil legal assistance in the state. The commission offers resources for people representing themselves on this web page, including a link to the NM District Court self-help guide. Another important resource for legal help is NM Legal Aid. Their Silver City office is at 301 W. College Ave. (College Avenue Plaza) Suite 10, 575-388-0091. For help, you can call 1-833-LGL-HELP (1-833-545-4357) (generally Monday through Thursday, 10am to 3pm).
