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Access to Justice

JUSTICE FOR ALL

Contrary to popular belief, people are not guaranteed access to an attorney when they encounter civil legal issues. As a result, people who cannot afford an attorney are left to handle a variety of legal issues on their own.

In response to this growing problem, the Tennessee Supreme Court made access to justice its number one strategic priority and formally announced their Access to Justice Initiative in December 2008.

In April 2009, the Supreme Court formed the 10-member Access to Justice Commission.

As part of the Supreme Court's Access to Justice initiative, the Court has launched a website with forms, information and other resources for people who need legal assistance and attorneys and community members who wish to volunteer. Click the button above or visit JusticeForAllTN.com.

Justice for All Website

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CONTACT

For more information about the Access to Justice program, please contact:

Dana Schmidt
Interim Assistant Director, Director of Access to
Justice & Strategic Development
615-741-2687
dana.schmidt@tncourt.gov