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 be hard to find.

Co-host

Lucinda Smith

Lucinda Smith is the Pro Bono Coordinator at Bass, Berry & Sims working with our Pro Bono Member to facilitate the firm’s pro bono efforts focused in three primary areas: strengthening families, empowering communities, and protecting civil rights. In her role, Lucinda develops pro bono opportunities and supports ongoing projects, linking attorneys with pro bono work. She coordinates the Pro Bono Internship Program which connects law students with the firm’s pro bono projects.

Prior to joining Bass, Berry & Sims, Lucinda directed pro bono initiatives at Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands, initially as Director of the Nashville Pro Bono Program, Inc., developing relationships with law firms and organizations to support pro bono efforts in Davidson County providing support for up to 2,500 cases annually.

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