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Free legal assistance for WNC Helene survivors

BPR News
Published March 13, 2025 at 11:01 PM EDT
A view of the Swannanoa River and several buildings destroyed by Hurricane Helene as seen from the edge of Vickie Revis' property, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, in Swannanoa, N.C. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)
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A view of the Swannanoa River and several buildings destroyed by Hurricane Helene as seen from the edge of Vickie Revis' property, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, in Swannanoa, N.C. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)

Hurricane Helene survivors who need legal assistance can access free help on Monday March 17 at AB Tech Community College in Asheville.

Attorneys from Pisgah Legal Services and Legal Aid of North Carolina will provide free legal advice from noon until 6 p.m. at Ferguson Auditorium at 19 Tech Drive.

The "Ask a Lawyer for Free" event will provide assistance on a range of issues including housing concerns, FEMA applications, appeals and insurance disputes.

No appointment is required, and clients will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.

Need help with housing after Hurricane Helene? Check out our guide.

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