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Legal Aid in Action is the official podcast of Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands. We explain the law in plain, simple words. We share real stories. And we show what justice looks like in everyday life.Legal Aid gives free legal help to people who cannot afford a lawyer. We help with things like eviction, domestic violence, consumer fraud, public benefits, and family law. Every day, our lawyers and staff work with people across Middle Tennessee to help them stay safe, stay housed, and take care of their families.On this podcast, we break down common legal problems in easy-to-understand language. We talk with Legal Aid staff and community partners. And we share stories about real people whose lives changed because they got legal help.This podcast is for you — whether you need legal information, work in your community, or just believe that everyone deserves a fair chance.Because the law should not be confusing. And help should not
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- 3 weeks ago33 min
Talking DV -- Trauma Informed Care With Dean Hinton
Send us Fan Mail Dean gives his perspective, based on a 9+ year career at Legal Aid, of what trauma-informed care is, why it's important for legal professionals to practice it, and some tips on how to implement it every time you interact with a client.
- Oct 16, 202623 min
Talking Legal Aid With Allison Jones — Benefits, Part IV
Send us Fan Mail Lead benefits attorney Allison Jones debunks myths about public benefits and looks into the future of the social safety net.
- Oct 9, 202649 min
Talking Legal Aid With Allison Jones — Public Benefits, Part III
Send us Fan Mail Lead benefits attorney Allison Jones takes a deep dive into misconceptions about public benefits, including views on immigration and fraud.
- Oct 2, 202638 min
Talking Legal Aid With Allison Jones — Public Benefits Part 2
Send us Fan Mail Allison Jones, the lead attorney for Legal Aid's health, public benefits, and special education practice group, breaks down the various benefits provided by the Social Security Administration, how to apply, and how they work. Allison ends the discussion by explaining what happens when government agencies seek repayment of benefits sent in error — how the process works, and what normally happens in those situations.
- Sep 25, 202635 min
Talking Legal Aid With Allison Jones — An Overview of Public Benefits
Send us Fan Mail Allison Jones, the lead benefits attorney for Legal Aid of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands, provides an overview of America's safety net, what public beneifts are, who they are for, with an introduction into programs like Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program and TennCare.
- Sep 18, 202647 min
Talking Consumer Protection — Understanding Bankruptcy Part 3
Send us Fan Mail The word bankruptcy can feel scary. But for many people, it is actually a fresh start. In this episode, host Dean Hinton continues his conversation with Alise Housden, an attorney at Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands. This time, they focus specifically on bankruptcy — what it is, how it works, and what it can and cannot do for you. Dean and Alise break down the most common types of bankruptcy in plain, simple language. They explain what happens to yo...
- Sep 11, 202630 min
Talking Consumer Protection — Debt and Bankruptcy, Part 2
Send us Fan Mail In our last episode, we started talking about debt and bankruptcy with attorney Alise Housden. Today, we go deeper. Host Dean Hinton continues his conversation with Alise Housden, an attorney at Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands. Alise has spent years helping people in Middle Tennessee deal with debt and find a fresh financial start. In this episode, Dean and Alise pick up where they left off. They answer more of the questions people have about debt ...
- Sep 4, 202630 min
Talking Consumer Protection — Debt and Bankruptcy
Send us Fan Mail Are you getting calls from debt collectors? Do you owe more money than you can pay back? You are not alone — and you have more options than you may think. In this episode, host Dean Hinton sits down with Alise Housden, an attorney at Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands. Alise has spent her entire legal career focused on consumer law and bankruptcy. Before joining Legal Aid, she worked at several law firms in Nashville helping people deal with debt. She ...
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About Legal Aid in Action
Legal Aid in Action is the official podcast of Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands. We explain the law in plain, simple words. We share real stories. And we show what justice looks like in everyday life.Legal Aid gives free legal help to people who cannot afford a lawyer. We help with things like eviction, domestic violence, consumer fraud, public benefits, and family law. Every day, our lawyers and staff work with people across Middle Tennessee to help them stay safe, stay housed, and take care of their families.On this podcast, we break down common legal problems in easy-to-understand language. We talk with Legal Aid staff and community partners. And we share stories about real people whose lives changed because they got legal help.This podcast is for you — whether you need legal information, work in your community, or just believe that everyone deserves a fair chance.Because the law should not be confusing. And help should not
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