Law Advocates - Whatcom County

Ride the Long Wander
2018-05-12 | Lake Whatcom, WA, 98226, United States
A fundraising mountain bike ride around Lake Whatcom, in support of Law Advocates.
Connecting trails, connecting the community.
Where’s the After Party?!

Wander Brewery will host the after party starting at 6pm. They have graciously offered to donate $1 of every beer sale to LAW Advocates.
Bring your thirsty friends and family! You get a chance to enter an exciting raffle, prizes are coming in!

2nd Annual Justice for All Breakfast Event
2018-05-03 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Northwood Hall Event Center, 3240 Northwest Avenue, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
With special guests Lt. Gov General Cyrus Habib & Fmr. US Attorney John McKay.

Lt. Gov. Cyrus Habib
Washington Lieutenant Governor Cyrus Habib is a Rhodes Scholar, holds degrees from Co- lumbia, Oxford and Yale, practiced at the Northwest’s largest law firm, was elected to the Washington House of Representatives at the age of 31, and was the first Iranian American elected to a state legislature. He accomplished this after losing his eyesight to cancer at age 8.
He has emerged as a leading public advocate of access to justice and fair treatment under the law.

Frmr. U.S. Atty John McKay
Seattle University Law School Professor John McKay served as President of the Legal Services Corporation from 1997- 200. LSC is the major federal funding source for legal aid organizations nationwide. He is a former aide to Congressman Joel Pritchard, White House Fellow, and U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington, where his accomplishments included successful prosecution of terrorist Ahmed Ressam.
The Breakfast is sponsored by:

Street Law Clinic @ WCC
2018-04-25 17:00 - 19:00, 2018-04-25 11:00 - 13:00, 2018-04-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2018-04-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Whatcom Community College – Heiner Center, 231 W Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Street Law is a free, drop-in, legal advice clinic where people can ask questions and get legal advice in one-on-one consultations with volunteer lawyers. Demand for this clinic is high, so we recommend that attendees arrive on time to ensure being seen by an attorney.

Homeless Disability Advocacy & Veterans Advocacy
2018-04-25 12:00 - 13:00, 2018-04-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2018-04-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Maple Alley Inn @ Faith Luthern Church, 2750 McLeod Road, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
The Homeless Disability Clinic is a drop-in clinic for legal issues related to homelessness. This program offers advocacy and legal assistance for individuals who need help accessing benefits they are eligible to receive.
The Veterans Advocacy Clinic is a drop-in clinic for low-income veterans with civil legal issues related to basic living needs. These clinics happen at the same time in the same location.

Homeless Disability Advocacy & Veterans Advocacy
2018-04-24 12:30 - 14:00, 2018-04-17 12:30 - 14:00, 2018-04-10 12:30 - 14:00 | Lighthouse Mission Drop-In Center, 910 W Holly Street, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States

Street Law Clinic @ The Library
2018-04-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Bellingham Public Library – Central Branch, 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States

Access ID Program
2018-04-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Bellingham Public Library – Central Branch, 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
The Access ID Project utilizes non-attorney volunteers who provide assistance to homeless or low income individuals to navigate the process to obtain state-issued ID. The program can also provide financial assistance through referrals for help with identification-related costs.
Access ID was launched in response to the growing obstacles facing homeless individuals seeking housing, health, legal and employment assistance, all of which require proof of identity.

Tenant Clinic
2018-04-20 12:30 - 15:00, 2018-04-13 12:30 - 15:00 | Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, 5th floor, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
At this drop-in, courthouse-based clinic, lawyers consult with low income renters on a first-come, first-serve basis. The clinic serves individuals who are in danger of losing their housing due to situations ranging from mobile home park closures to foreclosures against landlords. Other issues include illegal evictions, lockouts, termination of utilities, seizure of personal property, and illegal lease or month-to-month tenancy agreements. Evictions are reviewed to determine if tenant has an arguable defense.​This free consultation service can include: information about tenant-landlord laws; document review and advice; representation; and negotiation with landlord’s attorney. Please sign-in by 1:30pm.

Bellingham Chamber Networking Breakfast
2018-04-20 07:15 - 09:00 | Northwood Hall Event Center, 3240 Northwest Avenue, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
This monthly event attracts 100-120 people every month. If you love to network, this is for you! Some liken it to speed dating for business. Have your 60 second elevator speech ready and lots of business cards in hand.
Show up early for a chance to socialize before the networking begins!

Phonathon
2018-04-18 12:00 - 13:30 | DVSAS, 1407 Commercial Street, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
The Legal Foundation of Washington hosts this fundraisingCome and meet staff of LFW, LAW Advocates and members of the legal community for an hour or two and support LAW Advocates by supporting LFW. Call with your cell phone and get a free lunch.
We get a chance at the Rainier Cup again this year for highest number of successful calls/donations received.
