Community Legal Center

Immigration court is facing serious due process concerns, and community observation is one way to bring transparency to a system that urgently needs it. Sharing this training that our partners at AIR are putting on for those who want to understand how public court observation works.

Want to better understand how immigration court works?

Join us for Court Observation Training on September 22, from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM. This training will equip community members with the knowledge and tools to observe immigration court proceedings with clarity and purpose.

No legal experience required. Just a willingness to learn, show up, and stand in solidarity with immigrants navigating the legal system.

📅 September 22
⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Scan the QR code or click the link in our bio to sign up and receive training details.

Your presence in the courtroom matters.

Financial exploitation is one of the most common forms of elder abuse and one of the least reported.

Older adults can be targeted by scams, caregivers, or even trusted individuals through fraud, coercion, or misuse of funds. The impact is immediate and often life-changing, threatening independence and stability.

During Elder Abuse Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the importance of recognizing the warning signs of financial abuse and speaking up when something doesn’t feel right.

At the Community Legal Center, our Elder Law Program helps older adults protect their rights, safeguard their assets, and access legal support when they need it most.
Every older adult deserves to age with security, dignity, and peace of mind. Click the link in our bio to learn more about how we serve the aging population here in Memphis.

Today we honor Juneteenth, a day that celebrates Black freedom, resilience, and achievement. We reflect and recommit to justice and equality for all.

Find more ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Memphis here:
🔗: https://ilovememphisblog.com/juneteenth

📸: Benjamin Naylor - The Daily Memphian | Juneteenth Festival 2024

April was a busy and meaningful month for Community Legal Center.

We were honored to be the beneficiary of an incredible concert at Growlers featuring Blvck Hippie, Jombi, and Zoë Dominguez. We are so grateful to everyone who came out to support our work and mission. We also received a grant award from St. Mary’s that will help us continue expanding access to justice for all.

Out in the community, our team hosted an Estate Planning Clinic at the Officer Geoffrey Redd Library, joined fellow organizations at the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis Grantee Showcase, and continued supporting local tenants through our Renter’s Rights Clinic.

Thank you to every supporter, partner, volunteer, donor, and client who made April such a meaningful month for CLC. We’re proud of the work happening across Memphis every day.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Estate Planning Clinic at the Officer Geoffrey Redd Library on April 22! 💙

Through these free clinics, the Community Legal Center helps individuals and families take important steps to protect their futures by creating essential estate planning documents like wills, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives.

We know it’s not always possible to attend a clinic, which is why our Elder Law team also offers estate planning appointments at our office. If you’re interested in getting started on your estate plan, we’re here to help.
Planning ahead is one of the greatest gifts you can give your loved ones.

To learn more about our estate planning services or schedule an appointment, visit the link in our bio or contact our office today.

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Thank you to the St. Mary’s Community Fund for their generous grant supporting the mission of Community Legal Center. Their grant will help families with adoption fees, easing financial burdens and helping children find safe, stable, and loving homes.

We are deeply grateful for their partnership and commitment to expanding access to all.

Thank you to everyone who attended Growlers for the special benefit concert hosted by Rhodes College Senior Day Scholars. These student leaders organized an incredible night in support of CLC to help expand access to justice in our community.

This March, we connected with students at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law during an Alternative Spring Break panel featuring our IJP Director, Colton Bane, sharing insights on public interest law and community advocacy.

We continued serving clients at Cornelia Crenshaw Library and hosted 2 additional estate planning clinics, helping individuals and families plan for the future. We also held a Renters’ Rights Clinic to support tenants navigating housing challenges.

Our team attended the Slingshot Impact Awards and celebrated Women’s History Month, recognizing the impact of women in our field and community. Special thanks to our Pro Se Director, Christina, for volunteering at the Midtown Legal Clinic hosted by Idlewild Presbyterian Church.