By Annika Hauer, ELAP intern The Washington Leadership Institute (WLI), a collaborative project between the Washington Bar Association and the UW School of Law, released a podcast this summer to celebrate 20 years of building the next generation of leaders. The goal of the podcast
We have two new Bilingual Legal Services Coordinators on the ELAP team! Bianca Reynaga (she/her), joined ELAP in June. She previously worked at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services. Deyanira Armenta Gonzalez (she/her), is the newest member of our team and has
August is National Make-A-Will Month, so it’s a good time to double-check that you have an up-to-date will. A will ensures that your wishes are known, your assets are distributed the way you want, and your family is spared unnecessary stress during an already difficult
Navigating the immigration system can be overwhelming—especially for youth and young adults who may be facing it for the first time. Whether you’re applying for DACA, figuring out your rights during an encounter with immigration officials, or seeking help with school and employment opportunities, having
A new rent stabilization law (HB 1217) went into effect in Washington state in May. The law sets a limit on how much a landlord may increase a tenant’s rent over a 12-month period. The Attorney General’s Office will enforce the law, and tenants may
The legal system was not designed with the average person in mind. Sometimes a person’s financial livelihood can hinge on their ability to know and exercise their legal rights. For older adults, the system can be even more frustrating and difficult to navigate. Watch Anita’s
In May, staffers from ELAP traveled to San Francisco to attend the 2025 national Equal Justice Conference. This annual national gathering brings together more than 1,000 legal services and pro bono advocates to explore innovative ways to expand access to civil legal aid. Hosted by
We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us last month for Breakfast for Justice. Thanks to your generosity, we’ve raised more than $191,000 to fund civil legal aid in King County—an incredible show of community support. A heartfelt thank-you to our speakers: Washington State Supreme
Washington state’s 2025 legislative session wrapped up recently, and the governor has signed a slew of new bills into law. We were tracking several state bills this session that would impact our clients. Here’s a recap of what we were watching: Signed into law: Other win:
