
Legal Services of Northwest Jersey
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Legal Services of Northwest Jersey
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- How You Can Help
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- Our Services
- How You Can Help
Cy Pres Awards
Cy Pres
The legal term cy pres comes from a French expression meaning "as near as possible".
Cy pres distributions are intended to benefit individuals who are indirectly affected by a class action or who represent the next best use of unclaimed funds in alignment with the original purpose of the litigation.
LSNWJ is an ideal candidate for such an award.
Why LSNWJ is a Strong Fit for Cy Pres
Who We Are
LSNWJ provides free civil legal assistance to people whose incomes are below the federal poverty threshold in Hunterdon, Morris, Somerset, Sussex, and Warren counties. Our work ensures access to justice for people who cannot afford an attorney in critical matters involving housing, family stability, domestic violence, consumer protection, public benefits, and access to health care.
Alignment with Legal Objectives
Our services directly advance the administration of justice and access to the courts—principles at the heart of most class action litigation.
Proven Impact
In 2024, 9,175 individuals in 6,047 cases benefited from our legal services, positively impacting 3,139 children. Our clients included people of color (53%), individuals with disabilities (49%), survivors of domestic violence (18%), and military members and veterans (499). Every dollar awarded to LSNWJ translates into life-changing legal help for vulnerable residents in our community.
Accountability and Stewardship
We have strong fiscal oversight, comply with all state and federal funding requirements, and can provide documentation of how cy pres funds are used to further justice-related initiatives.
Partnership
We would be honored to partner with your firm to ensure that unclaimed settlement funds are put to meaningful use in advancing fairness and equity in the legal system. We would also welcome the opportunity to meet with you or your team to provide additional information or explore ways to collaborate on increasing access to justice for those who need it most.
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