Sample Right to Counsel Testimony Language
Right to Counsel Testimony before the Appropriations Committee February 13, 2024 Senator Osten, Representative Walker, Senator Berthel and Representative Nuccio, and members of the Appropriations Committee, my name is [add your name], and I live in [add your town]. I write to urge you to provide $2 million in funding for the Right to Counsel… Continue Reading Sample Right to Counsel Testimony Language
Read MoreAdvocacy Alert: Help Us Secure the Future of Right to Counsel Funding
Since the launch of Right to Counsel–which provides guaranteed legal aid for low-income renters facing eviction–more than 3,800 Connecticut renter households have been served including hundreds of Veterans. This innovative program has gained national recognition, leveling the playing field and making Connecticut a leader in the fight for equal access to justice. Learn more information… Continue Reading Advocacy Alert: Help Us Secure the Future of Right to Counsel Funding
Read MoreOpening the Captain Matthew E. Auger USNR Office
Bree Dolce (right), daughter of Capt. Matthew E. Auger, speaks Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, during the grand opening of the Connecticut Veterans Legal Center new Captain Matthew E. Auger USNR Office with Alison Weir, Executive Director, and Kevin Lenehan, Board Chair. Photo by Dana Jensen/The Day. On February 2, we welcomed an incredible group of… Continue Reading Opening the Captain Matthew E. Auger USNR Office
Read MoreEmpowering Veterans: Our Renewed Mission & Vision
From the Desk of Alison Weir, Executive Director Dear CVLC Supporter, Connecticut Veterans Legal Center has come a long way over the years. Fifteen years ago, a volunteer–Howard Udell–was helping out at the then-fledgling Errera Center at the West Haven VA. When Veterans found out this nice older man was a lawyer, he became inundated… Continue Reading Empowering Veterans: Our Renewed Mission & Vision
Read MoreMeet WWII Veteran Stew Lahey
“First of all, I’m not a hero. The heroes are the ones who didn’t come back.” This is how Stew Lahey introduces himself. But as an enlisted Marine in World War II, he saw and experienced the many effects of war. After serving our country honorably, he now lives in Bridgeport, CT as a loving… Continue Reading Meet WWII Veteran Stew Lahey
Read MoreNews: VSOs File Lawsuit to Compel VA to Amend Character of Discharge Regulations
Connecticut Veterans Legal Center applauds National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) and Swords to Plowshares for suing VA to correct its antiquated and harmful rules that bar veterans with mental illness and who face discrimination from service from VA benefits. As an organization, and alongside our partners the National Veterans Council for Legal Redress, we… Continue Reading News: VSOs File Lawsuit to Compel VA to Amend Character of Discharge Regulations
Read MoreThe 12th anniversary of the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
Earlier this week the Department of Defense marked the 12th anniversary of the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT) with a promising announcement: acknowledging the on-going harms of this policy, the Department of Defense will begin to proactively review the discharge status of the 2,000+ veterans impacted and launch an outreach campaign for self-help.… Continue Reading The 12th anniversary of the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
Read MoreBlack Veterans Research Roundtable
On July 27th, Staff Attorney and Policy Analyst Alden Pinkham participated in the Black Veterans Research Roundtable hosted by the U.S. Department of Labor. The video recording of her joint-presentation with Dr. Meredith Kleykamp of RAND Corporation and the University of Maryland, Dr. Rosemarie O’Connor of ICF International, and Wendy McClinton of Black Veterans for… Continue Reading Black Veterans Research Roundtable
Read MoreReport Back from the DAV Convention
by Juliet Taylor with Patrick J Dunn Earlier this month Juliet Taylor and Brianna Jarvis from CVLC’s intake team attended the DAV & DAV Auxiliary National Convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey. DAV and DAV Auxiliary members nationwide gathered at the Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City to brainstorm and share ideas for a single purpose: how… Continue Reading Report Back from the DAV Convention
Read MoreCT Mirror: For many CT veterans, PACT Act offers expanded benefits
“Advocates like [Amy] Antioho and groups in Connecticut are encouraging veterans to sign up for benefits, especially before the Aug. 9 deadline. Alison Weir, executive director of the Connecticut Veterans Legal Center, is also urging veterans whose claims have previously been denied or those who have experienced issues with the VA to still sign up… Continue Reading CT Mirror: For many CT veterans, PACT Act offers expanded benefits
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