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Explore Our News SectionChampions of Justice Gala Benefiting Veterans Raises Over $448,000
The Texas Access to Justice Commission, with its co-sponsor the State Bar of Texas, honored veterans throughout the state at the April 6 Virtual 2021 Champions of Justice Gala Benefiting Veterans. More than $448,000 was raised with all proceeds designated for addressing the civil legal needs of low-income Texans. The event also celebrated the Commission's 20th Anniversary. Supreme Court of Texas Chief Justice Nathan Hecht was joined by former Justice Deborah Hankinson and former Justice Harriet O’Neill to speak about the history of the Commission. The keynote speaker for the gala was General Larry O. Spencer, United States Air Force (Retired). More »
Justice for All - It’s not just a phrase. It’s a real thing you can be part of!
In 2020, the Justice for All Campaign raised more than $1.4 million to help low-income Texans with their basic civil legal needs. All voluntary ATJ Contributions collected through the State Bar of Texas dues statement and Justice for All Campaign are used to effect change for low-income Texans through systemic reform of policies that disproportionately impact them. More »
Racial Equity Statement of the Texas Access to Justice Commission
The Texas Access to Justice Commission envisions a justice system that is fair, accessible, transparent, and responsive to the needs and lived realities of the diverse communities it serves regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, faith, immigration status, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity, or financial resources. Read the full statement: More »
The Texas Access to Justice Commission exists to expand access to, and enhance the quality of, justice in civil legal matters for low-income Texans. Read the full statement from the Texas Access to Justice Commission.
The recent killings of Rayshard Brooks, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and Mike Ramos amidst a public health and economic crisis that has disproportionately devastated communities of color underscores in excruciating ways that equal justice is not yet available to all Americans. We extend our most sincere condolences to their families and the communities that loved them. More »
Champions of Justice Gala Benefiting Veterans raises $422,800
AUSTIN – The Texas Access to Justice Commission with its co-sponsor, the State Bar of Texas, honored veterans throughout the state at the Virtual 2020 Champions of Justice Gala Benefiting Veterans. More than $422,000 was raised to help provide civil legal services to low-income Texas veterans. More »
A toll-free legal assistance hotline is available to low-income individuals and families across Texas who are confronted with civil legal problems as a result of the pandemic: 800-504-7030
A toll-free legal assistance hotline is available to low-income individuals and families across Texas who are confronted with civil legal problems as a result of the pandemic. People may call 800-504-7030 toll-free to be connected with legal service providers in their area. More »
We're Still Here to Serve You! TAJC Response to the Coronavirus
The Texas Access to Justice Commission is here to serve you! Our mission remains the same: "Increasing access to justice for low-income Texans." We will be working remotely. More »