Lycoming Lawyers Commended for Get Help Now
Members of the Lycoming Law Association were among the 550 lawyers in Pennsylvania who were commended for their service to the recently concluded "Get Help Now" project. LLA lawyers manned the help center at the LLA office, providing free advice and services to folks in need.
Pennsylvania Bar Association President, Cliff Haines issued a statement recognizing the efforts of many lawyers and other professionals in the effort.
"Since July 7, 2009 when the first Get Help Now sites opened, more than 550 lawyers and 330 banking and financial volunteers have provided financial information and referrals to close to 800 citizens at 19 Get Help Now sites throughout Pennsylvania. The success of this program is a testament to the hard work and willingness of many PBA and county bar leaders, members and staff."
Governor Rendell commented on the efforts of Pennsylvania lawyers at a ceremony commemorating the 2001 terrorist attacks.
“Today is the culmination of nearly 10 weeks of extraordinary volunteerism across Pennsylvania, and I am pleased to be here . . . to thank the dedicated volunteers who are improving the lives of their fellow citizens on this National Day of Service and Remembrance,” said Governor Rendell. “I also applaud the many volunteers who, without fanfare or recognition, faithfully work on a regular basis to better the lives of others and strengthen their communities.”
In response to President and Mrs. Obama’s call for Americans to pursue public service in honor of September 11th, the Governor and First Lady Judge Marjorie Rendell decided to focus Pennsylvania’s efforts on the needs of those who are suffering during these difficult economic times – with 540,000 state residents unemployed and 127,000 Pennsylvania mortgages currently past due.
“We are grateful to the Pennsylvania Bar Association, local bar associations and the financial community for answering the call to service in such a powerful way through Get Help Now, Pennsylvania,” said Governor Rendell.