Princeton University’s Eviction Lab measures eviction rates around the country—and Delaware’s is particularly concerning. Eviction Lab estimates that Delaware’s eviction rate (evictions per renter household) is 5.1%, 2 points higher than the national average, and its eviction filings rate (eviction filings per renter household) is 16%, about four times the national average. There is an adage in administrative law that every […]
Gregory P. Williams Reflects on 75 Years
I was fortunate enough to serve as a Co-Chair of CCJ from 2017 to 2019. I was asked to serve by Dave Stratton, whom I’d known for many years. At first, I tried to put Dave off. I wasn’t sure I really had time to take on the commitment. I had been a financial supporter […]
Judge James McGiffin Reflects on 75 Years
Forty years ago I was a serious music student without a passion for life as a serious musician. I was a versatile and competent bass player, but I did not burn with desire to make music my mission. I faced graduation with a music degree and no path to personal happiness and fulfilment. I knew […]
Meet Xavier O’Connor, One of CLASI’s Newest Attorneys
I was largely motivated to become a legal aid advocate for two main reasons. Firstly, I have always wanted to work with and hopefully help people; how I thought I would do so has changed but that has always been very important to me. Secondly, I genuinely believe a better world is possible and that […]
75 Years of Legal Aid in Delaware
The Legal Aid Society of Delaware (also called the Legal Aid Bureau) started in 1946 when a committee appointed by William Prickett, President of the Delaware State Bar Association, formed the Society for free legal aid to Delaware residents who could not afford legal representation. H.N. White was its first attorney. He offered two hours […]
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- Next Page »
