MA Legal Assistance

The Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation (MLAC) offers funding, leadership and support for civil legal aid organizations across the Commonwealth.

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MLAC's Organizational Development Manager, Tenzin Bayul, walks to secure more equitable access to justice for all.

Why do YOU walk? Use the link in our bio to print an @EqualJusticeMA placard + post a selfie with your "why" - tag us and use #WalktotheHill26 !

#civillegalaid

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MLAC's Legislative Campaign Associate, Annie Donovan, walks because medical-legal partnerships save lives!

Join us on January 28th for Walk to the Hill!

#civillegalaid #IWalkforJustice26 #WalktotheHill26

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MLAC's Director of Data and Policy Analysis, Michael Raabe, walks for access to justice for all.

Why do you walk? Download a placard from @EqualJusticeMA (link below) and share why you believe funding is crucial for civil legal aid.

https://t.co/8e1lj4Pmx2

#WalktotheHill26

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#TBT: Symposium Recap ⚖️💻

On Nov. 17, 2025, the MA Access to Justice Commission marked its 20th anniversary with a symposium on "Technology and the Future of Civil Justice."

Visit https://t.co/CH7brU6RnA to read more!

#civillegalaid #accesstojustice #legaltech

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#TBT to our October 1st staff gathering at @musepaintbar in Assembly Square — where we traded our keyboards for paintbrushes and brought a cozy campfire to life on canvas. 🍂🔥🎨

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👋 Meet Annie Donovan!

Annie joined MLAC in December 2022 as the @equaljusticema Legislative Campaign Associate.

👉 Swipe to learn more about Annie.

⭐ Fun fact: She can juggle!
📚 Outside of work: Annie reads sci-fi, plays rec soccer, and loves to craft.

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🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
The Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation (MLAC) is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant to join our fiscal team.
📍 Boston (Hybrid)
💼 $77,605 – $103,716 + comprehensive benefits
📅 Apply by Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025
Apply today: https://t.co/o2li2c5g7G

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The Fall issue of Legal Aid Link is out now! Catch up on the latest news, updates, and inspiring work from legal aid organizations across Massachusetts.

📰 Read it here: https://t.co/e6SpPiUsXF

Not on our mailing list yet? Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future issues!

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📢We’re excited to share the Access to Counsel Program's (ATCP) FY25 Report!💼⚖️
Learn about the program's key milestones and early outcomes here:
https://t.co/RB6qakZ5sM

#CivilLegalAid #AccessToJustice

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Last Tuesday, MLAC Director Lynne Parker (below R) joined Rep. Tram Nguyen (below L) and so many friends + partners to celebrate 125 years of impact at GBLS's anniversary event!

Congrats to GBLS on this incredible legacy of advancing justice — here’s to the next 125! 👏⚖️

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Staff Spotlight: Kinga Mierzejewski 🌟
Throughout her career, Kinga has brought compassion, persistence, and a deep belief in equity to her work at DLC. Thank you for making a difference every day!

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Last week, at MLAC’s Sept. Board Meeting, Executive Director Lynne Parker presented Hon. Geoff Wilson (retired) with an award commemorating his years of service on our Board.

We will miss you, Geoff! Thank you for your legacy of supporting access to justice.
#civillegalaid

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👋 Meet Charles Bonsu!

Charles joined MLAC in January 2023 as a Staff Accountant. He brings prior nonprofit experience from City Year and holds a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Ghana, Legon.

#FacesOfMLAC #StaffSpotlight #MeetTheTeam #LegalAid #PublicService

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📢 We're hiring! MLAC is seeking a full-time Executive Assistant to support our Executive Director. Hybrid work, great benefits, and a mission that matters. Apply by Sept 9 ➡️ https://t.co/EDOrk7rrPB

#Jobs #Hiring #BostonJobs #NonprofitCareers #LegalAid

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📢 Now Hiring: Civil Legal Aid Organizations Across Massachusetts

From attorney roles to administrative and support positions, find opportunities to build a meaningful career advancing access to justice.

💼 View current job openings: https://t.co/o2li2c5g7G

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✨ Meet Tenzin — the first feature in our new series: Faces of MLAC!
She joined MLAC in 2018 and now serves as Executive Support & Org Development Manager.

📍 Somerville
🎓 UC Berkeley & Northeastern
💼 Formerly @MakeAWishMass

➡️ Swipe to learn more!

#LegalAid #FacesOfMLAC

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The Summer 2025 issue of Legal Aid Link is out now! 🌸 Catch up on the latest news, updates, and inspiring work from legal aid organizations across Massachusetts—supporting justice and equity in our communities every day.

📰 Read it here and subscribe: https://t.co/jekxUv5Dhy

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🔍 New Series: Meet MLAC's Grantees

We're proud to launch a new series spotlighting the legal aid organizations that receive MLAC funding.

First up: the Center for Law and Education (CLE).

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Staff Spotlight: Lorraine Medrano, Senior Paralegal 🌟

For Lorraine, justice is about dignity, equality, and standing up for those who feel unseen.

Thank you, Lorraine, for your decades of service, deep compassion, and relentless pursuit of justice. 💛⚖️

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Last week, Governor Maura Healey signed the FY26 state budget, which includes $51M for civil legal aid through MLAC's main line item and $2.5M for Access to Counsel.

We thank her + the MA Legislature for these critical investments!

Our press release: https://t.co/Bl575YyRfj