News
2025
January
1/1/2025
1/1/2025
Tucson, AZ, US - Womble Bond Dickinson
Womble Bond Dickinson
Related insights. Lewis Roca Lawyers Recognized for Pro Bono Excellence by The Arizona Bar Foundation. Jun 28 2022. Lewis Roca Partners Recognized as ...
1/16/2025
The Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona for 2025 - AZ Big Media
AZ Big Media
Background: Geoff Sturr - “I’m most grateful for the experiences I’ve had serving on the boards of organizations that seek to provide access to justice, improve the legal system, and advocate for the public interest, including Community Legal Services, the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education and the Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest...
February
2/15/2025
Phoenix area evictions climb in January, but new legislation could help renters - AZCentral
AZCentral
... Arizona Bar Foundation consumer advocate.
April
4/16/2025
Andrea Seach Selected as Recipient for 2025 "Top Pro Bono Attorneys in Arizona" Award
Quarles
... Arizona” award by the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education. Seach has focused her pro bono efforts on the ABA's Free Legal Answers ...
4/16/2025
Kids Voting Arizona Leadership Council interviewed on La Hora Mexicayotl on Arizona Radio
Arizona Radio - La Hora Mexicayotl
... Recibimos en cabina a estudiantes de 8vo. Grado de @mexicayotlacademynogales durante el programa denominado”La Hora Mexicayotl” ...
May
5/09/2025
National Mock Trial Competition Happening Now
Az Family
"high school teams from all over the world are in arizona right now. taking part in a national high school mock trial championship..."
5/09/2025
National Mock Trial Competition Happening Now
Az Family
"it's a big case. it's a big competition. these are some smart high school students. there are 48 teams taking part in this from as far away as south korea. ..."
June
6/10/2025
Trump going after funding to help vulnerable Arizonans afford lawyers | Phoenix New Times
Phoenix New Times
...Arizona Bar Foundation, which provides a small portion of civil legal aid funding. Lawmakers and civil legal aid groups are now scrambling to ...
Legal community praying for pennies in the face of funding cuts - State Affairs Pro
State Affairs
Chris Groninger, Chief Strategy Officer at the Arizona Bar Foundation, noted the over-under on securing an appropriation in the final signed budget is a waiting game, noting a past instance where an allocation almost made it in the budget but dropped at the last minute.
6/15/2025
Federal funding for civil legal aid in jeopardy, state solution sought | Arizona Capitol Times
Arizona Capitol Times
... Arizona Bar Foundation, said. Last year, LSC provided $11.2 million in funding to serve the general population, $4.9 million to serve Native ...
6/27/2025
Two Snell & Wilmer Attorneys Recognized as Top Pro Bono Attorneys by the Arizona Bar Foundation
Snell & Wilmer
The Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education, also known as the Arizona Bar Foundation, is an organization created by the State Bar of ...
July
7/5/2025
Civil legal aid funded, but still under threat of federal cuts | Arizona Capitol Times
Arizona Capitol Times
Chris Groninger, chief strategy officer for the Arizona Bar Foundation, said she hopes the $3 million will prevent an all-out shuttering of services ...
2024
January
01/03/2024
Arrested or cited in Arizona and headed to court? Here's how to find your court date
AZCentral
Some courts have searchable online databases or calendars showing case dates and deadlines. The Arizona Bar Foundation has assembled a list of court ...
01/11/2024
New Board member and officer slate Press Release
01/13/2024
Here's how curfew laws are implemented across parts of Arizona
AzCentral/Arizona Republic
Each locality has the authority to establish its curfew laws. However, according to the Arizona Bar Foundation, the listed cities ...
01/17/2024
We the People State Tournament Results Press Release
March
03/27/2024
Mock Trial State Tournament Results Press Release
April
04/02/2024
Help for struggling Arizona renters is out there. Here's where to find it - AZCentral
AZCentral
The website azevictionhelp.org, started by the Arizona Bar Foundation, explains the eviction process and lists statewide resources for tenants.
May
05/16/2024
Officer of the Year Award Winner Press Release
John J. Ross Educator Award Winners Press Release
June
Foundation Award Winners Press Release
06/11/2024
ASUNEWS
Local middle school students saw their civics lessons go beyond textbooks as they proposed real policy solutions at a recent competition at Arizona State University…
6/19/2024
Six Snell & Wilmer Attorneys Recognized by the Arizona Bar Foundation
Snell & Wilmer
The Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education is an organization created by the State Bar of Arizona to promote access to justice for all ...
July
7/23/2024
Business Awards in Tucson and Southern Arizona
Tucson.com
Step Up to Justice: Thirteen Step Up to Justice volunteer attorneys have been honored by the Arizona Bar Foundation on their 2024 list of Top 50 Pro Bono Attorneys in Arizona…
August
8/8/2024
An afternoon in eviction court - what tenants need to know - ABC15 Arizona
ABC15 Arizona
Community Legal Services offers free legal help for renters facing eviction if they meet requirements. Copyright 2024 Scripps Media, Inc. All ...AzEvictionHelp.org…
8/9/2024
Metro Phoenix evictions climb again in July. Where are rates highest? - AZCentral
AZCentral
Becker is going to continue her housing advocacy work as director of strategic collaborations at the Arizona Bar Foundation. Phoenix-area ...
September
9/18/2024
Umpqua Bank Targets Arizona for Expansion with the Opening of Three New Branches
PR Newswire
Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education; Friends of the Children Phoenix; HonorHealth Foundation; One-n-Ten (1N10); Tempe Community Action ...
October
10/29/2024
https://www.abc15.com/news/political/elections/kids-can-vote-now-until-election-day-at-the-ymca
ABC15 Arizona
YMCA Christown hosts Kids Voting booths where youth can participate in a mock election.
12 News
YMCA Christown hosts Kids Voting booths where youth can participate in a mock election.
10/30/2024
https://www.fox10phoenix.com/video/1540105
FOX 10 Phoenix
YMCA Christown hosts Kids Voting booths where youth can participate in a mock election.
11/12/2024
Susan Trujillo Named to 2024 “Az Business Angels” by AZ Business Magazine - Quarles
Quarles
... Arizona Bar Foundation. She also served as chair of the board of directors for Community Legal Services. She was previously named to AZ Business ...
12/21/2024
William Frederick Haug Obituary (2024) - Phoenix, AZ - Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home
Legacy.com
A fund has been established in Bill's honor with the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education, and donations are accepted online...
2023
January
BAR FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NEW 2023 BOARD MEMBERS – Press Release
February
February 24, 2023
Introducing the 2023 Hall of Fame inductees - Fountain Hills Times
Fountain Hills Times
In 2008 and 2012 he was honored as one of Arizona's Top 50 Pro Bono Attorneys by the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education. Phil Yin.
March
Bar Foundation CEO Pens Murder Mystery - March Issue of Arizona Attorney
STATE MOCK TRIAL TOURNAMENT SHOWCASES BEST OF THE BEST – Press Release
April
April 13, 2023
Barbara Dawson assumes chair of Snell & Wilmer - AZ Big Media
AZ Big Media
... has led organizations focused on the legal needs of the underrepresented, including the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education.
July
July 13, 2023
June sees second-highest number of metro Phoenix eviction filings in 15 years - AZCentral
AZCentral
Also, Community Legal Services can provide free legal help. And a new law requires Arizona eviction records to be sealed when a court dismisses a ...
July 14, 2023
Record-Setting Eviction Filings In Phoenix + Shots Fired On I-17 | Phoenix, AZ Patch
Patch
However, some rental aid and free legal assistance, such as AZEvictionHelp by the Arizona Bar Foundation, are available to help Valley renters, ...
October
October 6th, 2003
How do I get emergency housing assistance? Your guide to resources in Arizona
AZCentral
The Arizona Bar Foundation has also published a website, https://azevictionhelp.org/, where tenants can find information about their rights. It ...
October 20th, 2003
Governor’s Press Release: Governor Katie Hobbs Awards $5 Million to Fund Legal Aid to Fight Housing Instability, Increase Access to Justice
October 24th, 2003
$5M will help Arizona renters facing eviction. Where to go for help - AZCentral
AZCentral
Community Legal Services based in Phoenix will receive $2.4 million, and $1.3 million will go to Southern Arizona Legal Aid. DNA People's Legal ...
Gov. Hobbs taps $5M in American Rescue Plan funds for legal aid - KTAR News
KTAR News
... legal aid resources. The funds will go to Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Community Legal Services, DNA People's Legal Services, and the Arizona ...
October 25th, 2003
More people in Arizona can get civil legal aid after Hobbs adds funds, raises income cap
KJZZ
The $5 million investment is coming from federal American Rescue Plan Act funds. Phoenix-based Community Legal Services will receive $2.4 million; ...
November
November 3rd, 2003
Metro Phoenix eviction filings soar to record in October - AZCentral
AZCentral
... Arizona Legal Aid. DNA People's Legal Services and the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education will each get $600,000. Also, there's ...
December
December 12th, 2003
Eviction filings across metro Phoenix fell in November. Here's why - AZCentral
AZCentral
DNA People's Legal Services and the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education have each been awarded $600,000. Reach the reporter at ...
2022
February 2, 2022
Maricopa County Steps Up Again To Assist Local Nonprofits
Maricopa County
The 82 nonprofits that were awarded grants…
June 15th, 2022
Free online legal forums available at azcourthelp.org | Crime Law Enforcement | paysonroundup.com
Payson Roundup
Those who need help understanding legal issues can visit azcourthelp.org. It has a wealth of online legal information provided free as a resource ...
July 30th, 2022
Candidates spend big for Maricopa County Attorney race | Arizona Capitol Times
Arizona Capitol Times
She was last spring a board member of the Arizona Bar Foundation and sits on the House Ad Hoc Committee on Teen Mental Health, which met for the ...
August 28th, 2022
School Resource Officer Keven Rush honored with statewide award - Payson Roundup
Payson Roundup
The Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education bestowed the honor upon Rush on Aug. 15, after Payson High School Principal Jeff Simon and ...
September 8th, 2022
Metro Phoenix evictions hit 13-year high on heels of 2 deadly constable shootings
AZCentral
It's legal for constables to carry guns in Arizona. “Losing your home can be devastating,” said Arizona Bar Foundation housing advocate Chris ...
November 5th, 2022
Did you know The State Bar of Arizona can help those who need legal assistance?
ABC15 Arizona
... with many legal organizations throughout the state, its closest partnership is with its sister organization, the Arizona Bar Foundation.
November 8th, 2022
Kids Voting coverage showcasing voting booth hosted at YMCA
Fox 10 News
2021
January 12, 2021
E58: Arizona’s Eviction Crisis
Vitalyst Health Pod Cast
Featuring Cathleen Cole of the Foundation, Alberto Rodriguez from the State Bar and Pamela Bridge from Community Legal Services.
January 20, 2021
Governor Ducey appoints Jeffrey Sklar, Lisa Abrams, Gary Cohen to Pima County Superior Court
KOLD TV 13
he was recognized by Southern Arizona Legal Aid as a volunteer of the month and by the Arizona Bar Foundation as one of the top 50 pro bono attorneys in the state.
February 9, 2021
Payson Roundup
AZCourtHelp.org is administered by the Arizona Bar Foundation through support from the Arizona Supreme Court and in partnership with courts and ...
February 10, 2021
Attorney at Law Magazine
… his plans for the organization for the coming year as well as how the organization has adapted to the COVID pandemic.
February 11, 2021
New aid for struggling Arizona renters, landlords is here: How to apply for help
AzCentral
... Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust worked with the Arizona Bar Foundation to create the site that includes all the state programs to help renters.
February 11, 2021
Phoenix To Launch $51 Million Rent, Utilities Relief Program In March
KJZZ
The Arizona Bar Foundation created a multilingual website to share eviction information and resources, including how to navigate the legal system ...
March 2, 2021
Free online legal forums help navigate court system
Payson Roundup
AZCourtHelp.org is administered by the Arizona Bar Foundation through support from the Arizona Supreme Court and in partnership with courts and law ...
March 3, 2021
Being sued? Family Court or Landlord-Tenant Dispute? Free Online Legal Forums
coppercountrynews
Azcourthelp.org was created as an initiative of our state supreme court's strategic plan to advance justice to regional courts and communities throughout ...
March 4, 2021
Arizona Governor Appoints David McDowell & Stasy Click
STL.News
Stasy Click …. on pro bono cases representing victim’s rights in criminal proceedings and preparing wills for first responders through Wills for Heroes.
March 6, 2021
Pima County Superior Court gets three new Commissioners
KVOA Tucson News
Additionally, Burnett was chosen as one of the 50 Top Pro Bono Attorneys in Arizona by the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education in ...
March 29, 2021
Landlord Took $1M in COVID Relief—Then Moved to Evict 350 Tenants
Daily Beast
... federal directives to address public health,” Chris Groninger, a consumer advocate with the nonprofit Arizona Bar Foundation, told the newspaper.
April 29, 2021
Website Offers Legal Help, Eviction Resources To Arizona Tenants
KJZZ
The Arizona Bar Foundation, along with other local organizations and agencies, has built a website called AZ Eviction Help. It offers basic legal ...
May 2, 2021
Legacy.com
Eve served on the boards of directors of several legal organizations including the Arizona Bar Foundation board of directors of 1995, the Pima County ...
May 7, 2021
Free online legal talks cover a variety of topics in May
Payson Roundup
Free online legal talk forums continue through May sponsored in collaboration between the Arizona Bar Foundation, Arizona Supreme Court and in ...
May 13, 2021
Bankruptcy questions? Probate, Family Court, Immigration - or Tribal Law?
coppercountrynews
Free online legal talk forums continue this month, a collaboration between the Arizona Bar Foundation and Arizona Supreme Court in partnership with ...
May 13, 2021
Trivium Prep students place 2nd in state mock trial
westvalleyview.com
Co-sponsored by the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education and the Young Lawyers of Arizona, Arizona High School Mock Trial gives ...
June 25th, 2021
CDC eviction moratorium extended until July 31, offering a reprieve for Arizona renters
AZCentral.com
Chris Groninger, a consumer advocate with the nonprofit Arizona Bar Foundation, said the extra time on the eviction ban will help Arizona groups "get ...
June 16, 2021
What metro Phoenix tenants need to know about wrongful evictions, rental assistance
AZCentral.com
Chris Groninger, a consumer advocate with the nonprofit Arizona Bar Foundation, said any renter who believes they were wrongfully evicted during ...
June 18, 2021
These ZIP codes in Maricopa County have the most eviction filings during the pandemic
AZCentral.com
Chris Groninger, a consumer advocate with the nonprofit Arizona Bar Foundation who has been closely tracking evictions, is saddened by the trends.
June 18, 2021
'It costs a lot of money to be poor': How 1 renter faced 11 evictions in 1 year
AZCentral.com
... that cycle every month is exhausting and expensive,“ said Chris Groninger, a consumer advocate with the nonprofit Arizona Bar Foundation.
July 30, 2021
EXPLAINER: Tenants' Struggles Are High Rent, Aid Slowdown
U.S. News & World Report
“It would be hard for homelessness not to increase,” said Chris Groninger, the Arizona Bar Foundation's chief strategy officer and tenant advocate.
September 8, 2021
Family court, student loan debt questions | Gila County | paysonroundup.com
Payson Roundup
AZCourtHelp.org is administered by the Arizona Bar Foundation through support from the Arizona Supreme Court and in partnership with courts and ...
October 6, 2021
Family Court, bankruptcy, immigration topics of October free online legal forums at Azcourthelp.org
Payson Roundup
Legal Questions Answered at azlawhelp.org. Question: Is there an agency that will assist with figuring out all the paperwork after the sudden death of my father ...
October 27, 2021
Agencies Use Data to Find Most At-Risk for Eviction in the Valley
ABC15
Maricopa County's high eviction rates pre-date the COVID-19 pandemic, but the influx of federal funding to help renters gave agencies the opportunity to not only help more people but to anticipate exactly where those most vulnerable to evictions are located.
2018
2017
Message from Chief Justice Bales on Constitution Day
(September 15, 2017)
AzCourtHelp.org earns National and International Accolades
(July 17, 2017)
FOUNDATION RECOGNIZES ATTORNEYS FOR EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC SERVICE Outstanding Attorneys Receive High Honors
(June 28, 2017)
Online Article: People and Places: Students work for lighter backpacks
(Prescott Valley Tribune, May 25, 2017)
Online Article: ARIZONA EDUCATORS TAKE THE LEAD IN MANDATED CIVICS EDUCATION
(AZEDNEWS, May 22, 2017)
SCAM ALERT: People Representing Themselves as Legal Aid
(May 17, 2017)
One Day in the Life of Arizona’s Legal Aid Agencies
(May 04, 2017)
Online Article: New Camp O’Connor offers free civics summer camp to middle schoolers
(Raising Arizona Kids, March 16, 2017)
Online Article: Civics, leadership skills taught at camp
(North Central News, March 16, 2017)
Online Article: High School Students Practice Law During Simulated Trials
(Prescott News, March 09, 2017)
Online Article: Hamilton High School students prepare for "We the People" competition
(AzFamily, March 09, 2017)
New Site Gives Court Information, Legal Help for Everyday People
(January 12, 2017)
2016
TOP ARIZONA SCHOOLS TO COMPETE IN “WE THE PEOPLE” STATE COMPETITIONS
(December 07, 2016)
TOP ARIZONA SCHOOLS TO COMPETE IN “WE THE PEOPLE” REGIONAL COMPETITION
(December 02, 2016)
Online Article: Gila Valley youths cast their ballots
(Eastern Arizona Courier, November 04, 2016)
Online Article: Social studies group salutes Desert Vista High teacher - Dawn Schmidt
(Ahwatukee Foothills News, November 02, 2016)
Online Article: Local students cast ballots in mock election
(KVOA Tucson News, October 26, 2016)
Hon. Peter Cahill named Craig Awardee
(June 16, 2016)
Online Article: Supervisors first in state to support free legal clinic
(WMI Central, April 22, 2016)
Online Article: 16-year-old develops app to help students pass Arizona civics test
(azcentral, April 15, 2016)
Online Article: Apache County judge takes part in mock trials
(White Mountain Independent, March 04, 2016)
2015
Online Article: History Class Celebrates U.S. Constitution Week
(Payson Round Up, September 22, 2015)
Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education Recognizes Legal Community Members
(July 08, 2015)
Establishing Justice: from Magna Carta to Our Own Day.
(June 25, 2015)
Online Article: Arrowhead, Indian Bend SRO honored as Officer of the Year
(Scottsdale Independent, May 12, 2015)
The Difference One Day Makes - 2015
(April 23, 2015)
Congratulations Mock Trial Awardees
(April 15, 2015)
The Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education Appoints New President Helen Purcell
(March 09, 2015)
Online Article: Advocating for access to justice a just 2015 resolution
(Arizona Attorney, February 05, 2015)
Online Article: Surprise kudos honor Tempe officer for his career keeping school campuses safe
(Wrangler News, January 27, 2015)
Former Foundation Board President, Christina Urias, to Lead International Insurance Team - NAIC
(January 21, 2015)
Online Article: Attorney General Mark Brnovich Recognizes the Accomplishments of the Mortgage Settlement Programs that Help Struggling Arizonans
(Real EstateRama, January 09, 2015)
2013
Online Article: Wills for Heroes Prescott Event
(Prescott E-News, November 16, 2013)
Lineweaver Elementary School Recognized Nationally for Public Policy Project
(September 23, 2013)
Lineweaver Elementary School Recognized Nationally for Public Policy Project
(September 23, 2013)
Lineweaver Elementary School Recognized Nationally for Public Policy Project
(September 23, 2013)
Online Article: FUSD Teachers Win ICivic It Competition
(Florence Reminder and Blade Tribune, September 05, 2013)
Online Article: South-side middle school students form academic team of champions
(Arizona Daily Star, August 25, 2013)
BAR FOUNDATION RECOGNIZED FOR EXEMPLARY WORKPLACE PRACTICES
(August 20, 2013)
Online Article: WACOG awarded mortgage settlement funds by state attorney general’s office
(Havasu News, July 11, 2013)
Online Article: Attorney receives top award
(Ahwatukee Foothills, June 13, 2013)
MARK SANTANA LAW-RELATED EDUCATION AWARD PRESENTED Chief Justice Rebecca White Berch
(June 01, 2013)
Online Article: Appeals court hears case in Kingman, connects with Lee Williams High students
(Kingman Daily Miner, May 12, 2013)
Online Article: ABA commission promotes access to civil justice with grants to five groups
(ABA Journal, March 21, 2013)
Online Article: Senate panel OKs changes to unemployment claims
(azcentral.com, March 13, 2013)
Arizona Supreme Court Justices Leading the Way to our Next Generation
(January 25, 2013)
2014
Project Citizen: Preparing Future Leaders in the Community
(December 18, 2014)
Georgia Ellexson Memorial Fund Recipient, Bradley Saran, Pursues Career in Public Law
(November 19, 2014)
Veterans Legal Help Project Thrives in First Year
(November 18, 2014)
Arizona Wills For Heroes Serves Arizona Probation Officer’s Association
(October 29, 2014)
Outstanding Disabled Veteran Keeps on Giving
(October 23, 2014)
SKY’S THE LIMIT FOR MICHAEL URBANO
(October 22, 2014)
ARIZONA WILLS FOR HEROES PROGRAM HONORED
(October 07, 2014)
Online Article: Program To Give Refugee Status To Central American Children
(Fronteras, September 30, 2014)
Online Article: Phoenix judge talks to Kyrene second-graders about law and government
(Ahwatukee Foothills, September 23, 2014)
Online Article: San Juan County Bar Association receives national Harrison Tweed Award
(Four Corners News, September 20, 2014)
Chief Justice Names 18 to Commission on Access to Justice
(August 21, 2014)
Inaugural “Create a Law” Contest!
(August 20, 2014)
Online Article: Three Deconcini McDonald Yetwin & Lacy attorneys named to 2014 top Pro Bond List
(Tucson Business, June 27, 2014)
Online Article: Neal Kurn received the 2014 Walter E. Craig Distinguished Service Award
(http://www.jewishaz.com/community/business/on-the-move/article_bd190972-f672-11e3-84c7-0017a43b2370.html, June 19, 2014)
Online Article: Farmworkers win judgment against Wyoming company
(Yuma Sun, June 17, 2014)
2012
Online Article: Elections are Teachable Moment
(Az Central, November 06, 2012)
Online Article: Mock trial group seeks new schools
(Arcadia News, October 07, 2012)
ARIZONA TEENS GATHER TO CHANGE NEGATIVE BEHAVIOR OF PEERS
(September 05, 2012)
Fewer evictions mean Tucson rents may fall
(July 15, 2012)
Online Article: Sonoran Heights teacher shines in legal education
(Youth West Valley, May 30, 2012)
Online Article: Glendale 5th-graders help fight childhood obesity with policies
(Az Central, May 15, 2012)
Foundation Annual Awards Luncheon
(May 10, 2012)
Community Legal Services Mourns Loss of Managing Attorney, J. Ward Sturm
(May 01, 2012)
Horne Issues National Mortgage Settlement Consumer Alert to Arizonans
(April 24, 2012)
Southern Arizona Legal Aid Director Anthony Young
(April 13, 2012)
TEMPE SCHOOL WILL TRAVEL TO NATIONAL COMPETITION
(January 16, 2012)
AT A TIME WHEN NEEDED MOST, LEGAL AID FUNDING TO DECREASE IN ARIZONA
(January 05, 2012)
2010
Online Article: Sabal honored for law related ed
(Douglas Dispatch, October 28, 2010)
Online Article: Lawyer turned teacher connects with 'teen court'
(The Arizona Republic, October 06, 2010)
Kids Voting 2010 General Election
(September 20, 2010)
ROUND VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL FIRE DESTROYS OFFICER’S CIVIC BOOKS
(August 03, 2010)
The Modest Means Project, Alive and Kicking
(August 02, 2010)
Online Article: Housing subsidy dispute settled between woman, Chandler
(The Arizona Republic, July 20, 2010)
Remembering "Jamie" Schubert
(July 06, 2010)
Online Article: Agencies help those who can't afford attorney
(Arizona Republic, June 11, 2010)
77th Annual State Bar Convention Award Winner
(June 07, 2010)
FOUNDATION FOR JUSTICE AWARD PRESENTED
(June 01, 2010)
WALTER E. CRAIG DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD PRESENTED
(June 01, 2010)
WILLIAM E. MORRIS PRO BONO SERVICE AWARD PRESENTED
(June 01, 2010)
MARK SANTANA LAW-RELATED EDUCATION AWARD PRESENTED
(June 01, 2010)
Students Take on Public Policy!
(May 27, 2010)
Arizona Kids Cast Votes in Special Election
(May 27, 2010)
Online Article: Around 1,000 students have already cast ballots online
(Ahwatukee Foothills News, May 14, 2010)
ASA Mock Trial
(May 12, 2010)
Online Article: YHS student earns trial art honor
(Yuma Sun, May 05, 2010)
HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL
(April 26, 2010)
Online Article: 'Justice Bus' Rolls On, Helping Low-Income Arizonans
(ABC News on campus, April 23, 2010)
Online Article: Arizona School for the Arts,
(Arizona Public Schools Making the Difference, April 13, 2010)
Online Article: CSI Clarkdale: Seventh graders learn about criminal investigation
(Verde Independent, March 09, 2010)
Online Article: Law students coming via 'Justice Bus' to dispense advice
(Daily Courier, March 02, 2010)
Online Article: Students want Mesa to crack down on plastic bags
(The Arizona Republic, March 01, 2010)
Online Article: Mesa targets plastic bags at stores
(East Valley Tribune, February 24, 2010)
Online Article: Tough Economic Times
(KUAT, February 08, 2010)
Online Article: Tempe's Corona del Sol High School Advances to We the People National Finals in Washington
(Az Public Schools, February 01, 2010)
Online Article: Corona team headed for national We The People meet
(Azcentral.com, January 22, 2010)
Online Article: 'People' team aims for finals trip
(Maricopa Monitor, January 07, 2010)
2008
Online Article: Burgeoning crime scene Sleuths Interpret Clues
(Rim County Gazette, December 18, 2008)
Online Article: Working with refugees FIRRP identifies, helps those coming to America
(Casa Grande Valley Newspaper, December 02, 2008)
Online Article: Kids Voting program teaches students about U.S. elections
(Lake Powell Chronicle, November 12, 2008)
Online Article: Pine-Strawberry School children vote for McCain/Palin
(Payson Roundup, November 06, 2008)
Online Article: Eloy, Toltec youth proclaim...I voted!
(Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, Inc., November 05, 2008)
Online Article: Turnout for Kids Voting matches real turnout
(KTAR, November 04, 2008)
Online Article: Gilbert, Higley kids vote in lesson on liberty
(The Arizona Republic, November 04, 2008)
Online Article: Obama wins by 3 votes at Phoenix Children's Hospital
(ABC 15, November 03, 2008)
Online Article: Students Take Part in Mock Election
(KYMA, November 01, 2008)
Online Article: Elementary students running mock elections
(KVOA, November 01, 2008)
Online Article: Enthusiastic students join in as political scene grows hotter
(Arizona Daily Star, November 01, 2008)
Online Article: Kids catch election fever in mock voting
(The Arizona Republic, November 01, 2008)
Online Article: Kids learn about casting ballots
(The Arizona Republic, October 31, 2008)
Online Article: Voters for life: Kids Voting Arizona connects elections to the classroom
(Cronkite News , October 29, 2008)
Online Article: Arizona gets grant for 'innocence' DNA testing
(Kold News 13, October 16, 2008)
Online Article: Get children involved in political process
(AZ Central, October 14, 2008)
Online Article: $1.3 mil grant given for inmate DNA tests
(Arizona Republic, October 10, 2008)
Elder Legal Help Hotline Closes Due to Budget Cuts
(October 03, 2008)
Your Own Super-Power By Stacy Rupprecht Butler (Volunteer Lawyer Program)
(October 03, 2008)
Phoenix Hosts Mock Trial Nationals in 2011
(October 03, 2008)
ASPC-Lewis Inmates Raising Funds for “Kids Voting” Program
(October 03, 2008)
The Foundation Honors Past Justice Advocate Diane Lindstrom McClure
(October 03, 2008)
New Space for Southern Arizona Legal Aid
(October 03, 2008)
Lack of Funding Causes Community Legal Services Lay Offs
(October 03, 2008)
Attorneys Need to Take Extra Care in Watching Client Trust Accounts
(October 03, 2008)
Online Article: Kids Voting USA involves thousands
(Channel 12, October 03, 2008)
Online Article: Arizona Capital Representation Project
(Phoenix Business Journal, October 01, 2008)
Online Article: Awards and Recognition
(TUSD, October 01, 2008)
ASPC-LEWIS INMATES RAISE FUNDS FOR “KIDS VOTING” PROGRAM
(August 25, 2008)
Tucson School Nationally Recognized
(August 19, 2008)
Online Article: Students explore world of politics
(Arizona Republic, July 20, 2008)
Online Article: Sponsors sought by Kids Voting Arizona
(Arizona Republic - Azcentral.com, July 11, 2008)
KIDS VOTING ARIZONA SEEKING SPONSORS FOR DEMOCRACY
(July 04, 2008)
FOUNDATION RECOGNIZES ATTORNEYS FOR EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC SERVICE
(June 18, 2008)
NATIONAL COMPETITION TESTS TUCSON STUDENTS’ LAW KNOWLEDGE
(May 13, 2008)
MESA AREA SCHOOL REPRESENTS ARIZONA IN NATIONAL COMPETITION:
(May 07, 2008)
Online Article: UA handles complexities for patients
(Arizona Daily Star, May 06, 2008)
Online Article: Teacher Award Recognition
(AzCentral.com, May 02, 2008)
Online Article: Cibola student honored for essay
(Yuma Sun, May 01, 2008)
Online Article: Arizona Supreme Court justices recognize essay winner
(White Mountain Independant Online, May 01, 2008)
ARIZONA STUDENTS AWARDED SCHOLARSHIPS: Arizona Supreme Court Justices Recognize Essay Winners on Law Day
(April 30, 2008)
JOHN J. ROSS MEMORIAL AWARD TO HONOR ARIZONA TEACHERS
(April 29, 2008)
Online Article: CSI: Canyon del Oro High
(AZ Star, April 10, 2008)
University High School to Compete at Mock Trial Nationals
(April 08, 2008)
Online Article: 8 Tucson students to mock-trial finals
(Arizona Daily Star, April 07, 2008)
Online Article: New trials, new hope in program
(ASU Web Devil, March 21, 2008)
Online Article: Buena team takes home mock trial region title
(The Sierra Vista Herald, March 15, 2008)
Online Article: Project Citizen Volunteers Honored
(Kiko News, March 10, 2008)
Online Article: Local schools opt out of Mock Trial competition
(The Daily Courier, March 08, 2008)
Law Day Essay Entries Due March 14, 2008
(March 05, 2008)
Online Article: AZ lawyers help homeowners avoid foreclosure
(KPNX Channel 12, February 21, 2008)
Online Article: Local students take part in super Tuesday
(Arizona Silver Belt, February 20, 2008)
Online Article: Students at two local schools showcase knowledge of Constitution at state tourney
(The Daily Courier, February 17, 2008)
Online Article: Kids voting
(The Daily Dispatch, February 07, 2008)
Online Article: Mock election teaches kids of political process
(The Arizona Republic, February 06, 2008)
Online Article: Voters-to-be get practice
(Arizona Daily Star , February 06, 2008)
Online Article: Schoolchildren vote Obama for president
(The Arizona Republic, February 06, 2008)
Online Article: Arizona kids vote Obama as their top choice
(The Arizona Republic, February 06, 2008)
Online Article: Early kid vote results are in: Obama wins
(The Arizona Republic, February 05, 2008)
Online Article: Students have presidential approach
(Tucson Citizen, February 05, 2008)
Online Article: Votes Can't Count, But Form Good Habits
(KTAR.COM, February 05, 2008)
Online Article: Students get a chance to cast ballots
(Mohave Daily News, February 05, 2008)
Online Article: Schoolchildren vote Obama for president
(Arizona Republic, February 05, 2008)
ARIZONA STUDENTS CHOOSE OBAMA, MCCAIN AS TOP PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES
(February 05, 2008)
Online Article: Kids' mock ballots aim to instill voting habits
(The Arizona Republic, February 04, 2008)
OVER 250,000 ARIZONA STUDENTS REGISTERED TO VOTE IN PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE ELECTION
(January 28, 2008)
2007
Online Article: Schools soon to get DVD warning of child prostitution
(Arizona Republic, December 07, 2007)
Online Article: Yuma police officer, school honored
(Yuma Sun, October 29, 2007)
Online Article: Westcare to cut back after loss of federal grant
(Mohave Daily News, October 24, 2007)
Online Article: Not enough funding for domestic violence victims across state
(Arizona Capitol Times, October 19, 2007)
Domestic Violence Shelters, Legal Service Providers Seek to Close Funding Gap
(October 05, 2007)
PHOENIX KIDS BRING LIGHT TO A DAY OF MOURNING- Phoenix Kids Vote in City Elections
(September 12, 2007)
IF THE PHOENIX ELECTION WAS DECIDED BY KIDS – WHO WOULD WIN?
(September 05, 2007)
Online Article: Foundation Supporting Crime Victims Receives Prestigious Statewide Award
(TriValleyCentral.com, August 29, 2007)
Online Article: Summer Youth Program fosters leadership
(Eastern Arizona Courier, August 02, 2007)
State Bar and Arizona Foundation Release Survey about Attorney Legal Services Donations
(July 12, 2007)
DNA Legal Serviced Celebrates 40 Year Anniversary
(July 12, 2007)
Foundation and Kids Voting Arizona Offer Grants to Arizona Tribal Communities for Collaboration on Kids Voting Curriculum
(July 12, 2007)
Foundation Recognizes Outstanding Attorneys at State Bar Convention
(June 28, 2007)
Online Article: Adult 101: Pamphlet Explains Responsibilities to young adults
(Yuma Sun, May 25, 2007)
Forensic Science Competition State Champions
(May 24, 2007)
Online Article: Yuma middle school team wins state forensic science contest
(Yuma Sun, May 20, 2007)
TOP ARIZONA SCHOOLS TO COMPETE IN “CSI ARIZONA” FORSENSIC SCIENCE SHOWCASE
(May 16, 2007)
MIDDLE SCHOOL KIDS TACKLE TOUGH ISSUES: CAN THEY SOLVE THE ARIZONAS PROBLEMS?
(May 02, 2007)
Online Article: Dobson students 4th in Constitution competition
(AZ Central, May 01, 2007)
ARIZONA LAW WEEK EVENTS FOCUS ON YOUTH: Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education to Host a Spectrum of Events
(April 30, 2007)
ARIZONA STUDENTS IN NATIONAL COMPETITION ON U.S. CONSTITUTION
(April 25, 2007)
Online Article: Civics forum set April 24
(Independent Newspapers, April 19, 2007)
Online Article: UA Medical Legal Partnership for Children Program Seeks Support for Local Services
(UA News, April 19, 2007)
Online Article: Moving up: The Changing face of Tucson's business
(Arizona Daily Star, April 09, 2007)
Kids Voting AZ gearing up for 2008 election - Partners with Arizona Foundation to increase civic participation in Arizona
(April 09, 2007)
XAVIER WINS STATE HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL TOURNAMENT - University High School Sweeps 2nd through 4th place
(March 29, 2007)
Online Article: Court not always a bad place for teens: Six teams from two local schools qualify for State Mock Trial Competition
(Tucson Citizen, March 22, 2007)
Online Article: Mock Trial competition this spring results in medals for student, coach calls team performance ‘outstanding’
(San Manuel Miner, March 16, 2007)
Online Article: CSI comes to Clarkdale-Jerome classroom
(The Verde Independant, March 14, 2007)
Online Article: Local students fight hard during regional pretend court contest
(The Sierra Vista Herald, March 06, 2007)
Online Article: A court of first resort
(The Sierra Vista Herald, March 02, 2007)
Online Article: Fatal Vision goggles simulate levels of intoxication: Students learn about alcohol impairment
(The Verde Independant, February 28, 2007)
Online Article: Of Interest ... In Brief, 2/22/07: Law Day Essay Contest
(Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, Inc., February 22, 2007)
Online Article: Volunteer Lawyers aid 2,641 Tucsonans for free in 2006
(Tucson Citizen, February 20, 2007)
Online Article: Web site protects seniors
(Independent Newspapers, January 18, 2007)
2009
Florence Immigration and Refugee Rights Project Wins National Award
(November 20, 2009)
Top Arizona Schools to Compete in “We the People” District and State competitions
(November 17, 2009)
Online Article: Prescott High School teacher wins award for excellence in law-related education
(The Daily Courier, September 29, 2009)
Online Article: Tucson Family Advocacy Story
(National Center for Medical Legal Partnership, August 31, 2009)
Online Article: Getting Excited About Elections
(Arizona Daily Star, August 13, 2009)
Online Article: The UA James E. Rogers College of Law is offering a summer camp at no cost to students who are interested in learning about the legal profession.
(UA News, July 22, 2009)
William Jones Jr "2009 Walter E. Craig Award Speech"
(June 24, 2009)
Become a Modest Means Attorney
(June 09, 2009)
Following in His Father’s Footsteps
(June 09, 2009)
STUDENTS TAKE TOP HONORS IN PROJECT CITIZEN SHOWCASE
(May 18, 2009)
Wills for Heroes has new partner
(May 14, 2009)
Online Article: Watchdog series
(Channel 12 news, May 06, 2009)
Online Article: Lawyers, county agencies give free help for Community Law Day
(The Daily Courier, May 02, 2009)
Online Article: Blue Ridge senior Will Hawkins is Arizona's Mock Trial Top Performer
(WMICentral, April 28, 2009)
UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL CROWNED
(April 02, 2009)
Online Article: Many contribute to trial competition
(Yuma Sun, March 27, 2009)
Foundation Instates Furloughs to Help with Economic Hard Times
(March 10, 2009)
Online Article: Blue Ridge students to compete in regional mock trial tournament on Saturday, March 7
(WMICentral, March 06, 2009)
Online Article: Prescott High mock trial team gains invaluable experience from regional competition
(The Daily Courier, March 06, 2009)
FDIC Notice
(February 19, 2009)
Online Article: ACHIEVERS: Two schools excel at statewide event on Constitution
(The Daily Courier, February 15, 2009)
Website Vounteer Highlight - Scott Zwillinger
(January 30, 2009)
Corona del Sol High School named State Champions
(January 22, 2009)
Top 10 Arizona Schools to Compete in “We the People” State Tournament
(January 06, 2009)
Online Article: 5 Questions about Funding Community Legal Services
(Phoenix Business Journal, January 03, 2009)
2011
Online Article: How flexible work actually works
(Fortune, November 09, 2011)
Online Article: Clark named state’s school officer of year
(WMICentral, August 31, 2011)
Online Article: Six months in, new judge enjoys serving the community
(Sierra Vista Herald, July 03, 2011)
Online Article: Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education Award Winners
(Arizona Capitol Times, June 19, 2011)
Online Article: Glenwood Springs High School's mock trial team took third place at the National High School Mock Trials Championship in Phoenix
(Denver Post, May 10, 2011)
Online Article: 2 law students to receive Armstrong Award
(ASU News, May 09, 2011)
Online Article: Student named top mock trial performer in state
(White Mountain Independent, April 29, 2011)
Online Article: State Bar and New Restaurant benefit Foundation
(azcentral.com, February 16, 2011)
Online Article: Somerton police officer honored for work with youth
(Yuma Sun, February 09, 2011)
Online Article: Panel OKs bill mandating bedbug-free apartments
(East Valley Tribune, February 09, 2011)
Online Article: Unjust Cuts
(Tucson Weekly, February 03, 2011)
New Help Available for Pro Per Appellants in Maricopa County
(January 13, 2011)
Online Article: How Kids Voting AZ and Project Citizen teach students about public service
(azcentral.com, January 13, 2011)
Online Article: Program donations honor girl's memory
(Arizona Republic, January 11, 2011)
Southern Arizona Legal Aid shut down in SCC
(January 07, 2011)
2007
Online Article: Schools soon to get DVD warning of child prostitution
(Arizona Republic, December 07, 2007)
Online Article: Yuma police officer, school honored
(Yuma Sun, October 29, 2007)
Online Article: Westcare to cut back after loss of federal grant
(Mohave Daily News, October 24, 2007)
Online Article: Not enough funding for domestic violence victims across state
(Arizona Capitol Times, October 19, 2007)
Domestic Violence Shelters, Legal Service Providers Seek to Close Funding Gap
(October 05, 2007)
PHOENIX KIDS BRING LIGHT TO A DAY OF MOURNING- Phoenix Kids Vote in City Elections
(September 12, 2007)
IF THE PHOENIX ELECTION WAS DECIDED BY KIDS – WHO WOULD WIN?
(September 05, 2007)
Online Article: Foundation Supporting Crime Victims Receives Prestigious Statewide Award
(TriValleyCentral.com, August 29, 2007)
Online Article: Summer Youth Program fosters leadership
(Eastern Arizona Courier, August 02, 2007)
State Bar and Arizona Foundation Release Survey about Attorney Legal Services Donations
(July 12, 2007)
DNA Legal Serviced Celebrates 40 Year Anniversary
(July 12, 2007)
Foundation and Kids Voting Arizona Offer Grants to Arizona Tribal Communities for Collaboration on Kids Voting Curriculum
(July 12, 2007)
Foundation Recognizes Outstanding Attorneys at State Bar Convention
(June 28, 2007)
Online Article: Adult 101: Pamphlet Explains Responsibilities to young adults
(Yuma Sun, May 25, 2007)
Forensic Science Competition State Champions
(May 24, 2007)
Online Article: Yuma middle school team wins state forensic science contest
(Yuma Sun, May 20, 2007)
TOP ARIZONA SCHOOLS TO COMPETE IN “CSI ARIZONA” FORSENSIC SCIENCE SHOWCASE
(May 16, 2007)
MIDDLE SCHOOL KIDS TACKLE TOUGH ISSUES: CAN THEY SOLVE THE ARIZONAS PROBLEMS?
(May 02, 2007)
Online Article: Dobson students 4th in Constitution competition
(AZ Central, May 01, 2007)
ARIZONA LAW WEEK EVENTS FOCUS ON YOUTH: Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education to Host a Spectrum of Events
(April 30, 2007)
ARIZONA STUDENTS IN NATIONAL COMPETITION ON U.S. CONSTITUTION
(April 25, 2007)
Online Article: Civics forum set April 24
(Independent Newspapers, April 19, 2007)
Online Article: UA Medical Legal Partnership for Children Program Seeks Support for Local Services
(UA News, April 19, 2007)
Online Article: Moving up: The Changing face of Tucson's business
(Arizona Daily Star, April 09, 2007)
Kids Voting AZ gearing up for 2008 election - Partners with Arizona Foundation to increase civic participation in Arizona
(April 09, 2007)
XAVIER WINS STATE HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL TOURNAMENT - University High School Sweeps 2nd through 4th place
(March 29, 2007)
Online Article: Court not always a bad place for teens: Six teams from two local schools qualify for State Mock Trial Competition
(Tucson Citizen, March 22, 2007)
Online Article: Mock Trial competition this spring results in medals for student, coach calls team performance ‘outstanding’
(San Manuel Miner, March 16, 2007)
Online Article: CSI comes to Clarkdale-Jerome classroom
(The Verde Independant, March 14, 2007)
Online Article: Local students fight hard during regional pretend court contest
(The Sierra Vista Herald, March 06, 2007)
Online Article: A court of first resort
(The Sierra Vista Herald, March 02, 2007)
Online Article: Fatal Vision goggles simulate levels of intoxication: Students learn about alcohol impairment
(The Verde Independant, February 28, 2007)
Online Article: Of Interest ... In Brief, 2/22/07: Law Day Essay Contest
(Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, Inc., February 22, 2007)
Online Article: Volunteer Lawyers aid 2,641 Tucsonans for free in 2006
(Tucson Citizen, February 20, 2007)
Online Article: Web site protects seniors
(Independent Newspapers, January 18, 2007)
2005
Annual "Health Cares About Domestic Violence Day"
(October 12, 2005)
Author Scott Turow Helps Arizona Legal Community Celebrate a Night for Justice
(September 20, 2005)
Making Every Day Constitution Day
(September 13, 2005)
Recent Rule change in the Supreme Court makes pro bono opportunities more accessible to attorneys
(June 09, 2005)
Governor Janet Napolitano declares April "Access to Justice Month."
(April 20, 2005)
2004
Grants to Arizona Group and 11 Other State Coalitions to Boost Civic Mission of Schools
(September 13, 2004)
Arizona’s LawForKids.org wins American Bar Association Silver Gavel Award
(August 08, 2004)
Heber’s Mogollon Junior High School Wins Arizona Project Citizen Showcase at the Arizona State Capitol
(May 04, 2004)
Project Citizen Students Practice Active Citizenship at the Arizona State Capitol
(April 05, 2004)
Tucson’s Sahuaro High School Takes Top Honors at State Mock Trial Tournament
(March 30, 2004)
Mock Trial Tournament Tests Students’ Knowledge of the Law
(March 22, 2004)
Foundation Creates Position to Meet Increasing Need for Legal Services & Education
(March 19, 2004)
The Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education announces four new board members and the 2004 officers
(February 13, 2004)
Mesa’s Dobson High School Wins Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education's "We the People" State Competition
(January 12, 2004)
"We The People" State Competition Set for January 9th
(January 05, 2004)
2003
Arizona High Schools Compete in Constitution Competition
(December 03, 2003)
Competition Showcases Students’ Public Policy Initiatives Governor Proclaims April 25th “Project Citizen Day”
(April 24, 2003)
Tucson’s Sahuaro High School Takes Top Honors at State Mock Trial Tournament
(March 25, 2003)
Mock Trial Tournament Tests Students' Knowledge of the Law
(March 12, 2003)
High School Teams Test Skills at Regional Mock Trial Tournament
(February 24, 2003)
Dobson High School Wins Arizona Foundation for Legal Services & Education’s “We the People” State Competition
(January 13, 2003)
"We the People" State Competition Set for January 10th
(January 07, 2003)
2002
ABA Gives $10,000 Grant to Foundation Money to Support Detained Immigrant and Refugee Children’s Initiative in Arizona
(September 19, 2002)
Foundation Seeking Board Members
(September 17, 2002)
Foundation Seeking Grant Applications
(September 03, 2002)
Arizona Bar Foundation Announces New Name
(June 12, 2002)
New Members Appointed to Arizona Bar Foundation's Board of Directors
(May 30, 2002)
Dobson High School Wins National U.S. Constitution Competition
(May 05, 2002)
Dobson High School Wins U.S. Constitution Competition
(January 09, 2002)
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