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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 »
Mark Your Calendar! The 11th Annual Champions of Justice Gala Benefiting Veterans is Wednesday, April 29, 2020
The 11th Annual Champions of Justice Gala Benefiting Veterans will be held Wednesday, April 29, 2020 as a virtual event broadcast from Austin, TX. Please check back on our event page for updated information and an updated list of our current sponsors for 2020. More »
Texas Transfer Toolkit will make asset transfer process easier for Texans
The Texas Access to Justice Commission (TAJC) has launched a digital resource called the Texas Transfer Toolkit to help Texans with limited means transfer their home, car, or money in a bank account to a beneficiary upon their death. More »
