Maine Justice Foundation Announces 2025 Coffin Family Law Fellow

The Maine Justice Foundation is pleased to announce that New York University School of Law Juris Doctor Graduate, Georgia Whitaker, has been selected as the 2025 Coffin Family Law Fellow.

The Frank M. Coffin Family Law Fellowship provides legal representation in family law matters to clients who have qualified for pro bono assistance through the …

14 January 2025, Posted in: Press Release

Maine Justice Foundation Celebrates Racial Justice Fund Grant Achievements

Augusta, ME – The Maine Justice Foundation is proud to announce the successful completion of its 2023-2024 Racial Justice Fund Grant projects. With grants awarded to six organizations, these initiatives have advanced racial equity for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities across Maine.

Now in its fourth year, the Racial Justice Fund has …

17 December 2024, Posted in: Press Release

Maine Justice Foundation Presents 2024 Annual Awards to Three Dedicated Members of the Maine Bar

The Maine Justice Foundation has established three prestigious annual awards to recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, innovation, and impact in advancing access to justice.

Howard H. Dana, Jr. Award | Senator Anne Carney

The Howard H. Dana, Jr. Award honors individuals who have made significant contributions to advancing access to justice. The Maine …

1 November 2024, Posted in: Press Release

Maine Justice Foundation Announces 2024 Coffin Family Law Fellow

The Maine Justice Foundation is pleased to announce that University of Maine Law School Juris Doctor Candidate, Haley Brazier, has been selected as the 2024 Coffin Family Law Fellow.

The Frank M. Coffin Family Law Fellowship provides legal representation in family law matters to clients who have qualified for pro bono assistance through the Volunteer …

12 December 2023, Posted in: Press Release

Racial Justice Fund Seeks Applications for Third Round of Grants

Augusta, ME – The Maine Justice Foundation is pleased to announce the third round of grants from the Racial Justice Fund. The Foundation will accept applications for grants of up to $10,000 from October 23-November 6, 2023.

The Racial Justice Fund supports education and advocacy aimed at achieving racial justice and addressing systemic racism. The …

19 October 2023, Posted in: Press Release

Maine Justice Foundation Awards the Second Access to Justice Tax Credit

Augusta, ME | The Maine Justice Foundation is pleased to announce the 2023 recipients of the Access to Justice Tax Credit Program. In an effort to encourage lawyers to provide services to underserved areas of our State, the Legislature enacted the Access to Justice Tax Credit Program. Starting in 2022, the program authorized five lawyers …

24 July 2023, Posted in: Press Release