Kimberly Pendragon

Specialties & Capabilities

• Standard Residential Closings

Languages Spoken

Spanish, English

The Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP) is dedicated to providing essential civil legal services to low-income and senior-aged residents across rural Georgia. With a profound commitment to equal access to justice, GLSP strives to create opportunities out of poverty for thousands of Georgians annually. The organization proudly celebrates over 50 years of service, consistently working to address the diverse legal needs of its community.

GLSP's mission extends beyond just legal aid; it is deeply rooted in advocating for social justice. The program explicitly condemns racism, bigotry, sexism, and all forms of discrimination, providing legal services to clients regardless of their race, sex, national origin, gender, or sexual orientation. They stand firm against violence and uphold the belief that all people deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, living and working free from the threat of violence.

The scope of services offered by GLSP covers a wide variety of civil legal matters. While specific practice areas are broad, their work encompasses critical issues such as:

• Racial Justice Advocacy: Actively challenging discrimination and bigotry to ensure full inclusion and equality for all Georgians.
• Public Benefits Assistance: Offering guidance on matters like filing for unemployment and navigating food stamp changes, particularly highlighted during crises such as COVID-19.
• General Civil Legal Services: Addressing a broad spectrum of legal challenges faced by vulnerable populations, aiming to alleviate poverty and its associated legal burdens.

GLSP relies on the generous support of volunteers and donors to continue its vital work. They invite individuals to volunteer their expertise or make donations, emphasizing that such contributions make it possible to provide quality legal services to those most in need. The program is a cornerstone for justice in Georgia, ensuring that legal representation is a right, not a privilege, for its eligible residents.