Community Justice Project

==Background==
* Website is being overhauled in June 2008
==Insights==
===Program Mission===
To support low-income people in Pennsylvania by providing unrestricted, impact legal advocacy
===Intake Process===
Internal case review after discussion and development of facts by the legal staff
===Client Eligibility===
Groups and individuals who meet usual legal services financial eligibility criteria (125% of poverty) with legal problems or raising legal issues, which, if successfully resolved, would have a substantial positive impact on themselves and other low-income people
===Areas of State Covered by Program===
All of Pennsylvania outside Philadelphia
===Legal Services Provided===
Will CJP accept direct referrals of cases? Yes	
Will CJP co-counsel with local programs?			Yes	
Will CJP consult with local programs on cases? 			Yes	
Will CJP provide training to local programs?			Yes 	
Will CJP conduct training in the community?			Yes	
Will CJP assist with policy development? 			Yes	
Will CJP handle class action lawsuits?			Yes 	
Will CJP work with clients on legislative and administrative matters? 			Yes	
===Areas of Expertise===
Public Benefits including TANF, Food Stamps, Medical Assistance; Social Security; Child Support; Public Housing; Private landlord/ tenant; Civil Rights litigation
 
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