Name changed for privacy; photo not the client.
“Sam,” not his real name, turned to JALA for help after receiving a notice of nonrenewal from his landlord, leaving him with little time to find a new place to live.
This was a particularly difficult situation for Sam, who uses a wheelchair due to back and leg problems. He had a lot of belongings and nowhere else to go and generally felt alone in his situation. JALA’s Veteran’s Service Unit contacted Mission United, which in turn connected Sam with a number of veteran’s service organizations to assist him with his many needs.
One of his biggest needs, though, was to buy a little extra time before he had to move out. JALA attorney Richard Cloninger was key in solving that problem. He contacted the landlord on Sam’s behalf and got them to agree to give Sam an additional 30 days.
“I think I truly lucked out by having you as an attorney,” Sam said. “It is great knowing that our local JALA team has people like you helping others in need. I thank you many times over, but not nearly as much as you deserve!”
If you or someone you know needs help with housing-related legal issues, please contact JALA for assistance at (904) 356-8371 or apply online at www.jaxlegalaid.org/apply/.
About Jacksonville Area Legal Aid
Jacksonville Area Legal Aid is a nonprofit law firm dedicated to delivering economic, social, and housing justice to low-income and at-risk individuals and families on the First Coast.
If you are an attorney interested in volunteering with housing-related issues, please contact JALA Pro Bono Director Aaron Irving at (904) 356-8371, Ext. 363, or Aaron.Irving@jaxlegalaid.org or visit https://www.jaxlegalaid.org/pro-bono/.
