Hurricane Katrina Disaster Resources
Legal information for vicitms and lawyers affected by Hurricane Katrina.
Introduction
Our condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families of the tragic events caused by Hurricane Katrina. The American Bar Association stands ready to assist those injured and requiring guidance by Hurricane Katrina.
Read a message from ABA President Michael S. Greco regarding the ABA's efforts in response to Hurricane Katrina.
ABA Katrina Resources News & Information
- ABA Publishes Hurricane Katrina Task Force Report
- HUD Announces Mortgage Assistance for Disaster Victims
- Bankruptcy and Small Business Disaster Relief Loan downloadable resources from the Business Law Section
- Family Law Section publishes resources regarding children's issues.
- Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section Animal Law Committee Disaster Relief Resources
- Section of Litigation Insurance Coverage Committee Hurricane Katrina Insurance Related Resources
- Job Board for Lawyers Affected by Hurricane Katrina
- Update Your Member Information to Continue to Receive Member Benefits
- Child Welfare, Foster, and Adoption Information for Lawyers
- Hurricane Katrina Helping Handbook by Morrison & Foerster, LLP.
- Public Service in a Time of Crisis: A Report and Retrospective on the Legal Community's Response to the Events of September 11, 2001
- 74 Page PDF to assist lawyers with response to Hurricane Katrina.
Pro Bono Volunteers Welcome in Louisiana, Mississippi, & Texas
Lawyers can provide pro bono civil legal assistance to the victim's of Hurricane Katrina working through the Louisiana State Bar Association, Mississippi State Bar Association, Texas State Bar Association / American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Legal Assistance Program. Lawyers must file with each State Bar Association and work with designated legal services providers.
Hurricane Disaster Topical Resources
Law Students, Law Schools & Paralegals
The ABA Law Student Division and the Section of Legal Education has posted information regarding the law schools in the area of the Hurricane Katrina disaster.
- Information for Law Students Affected by Hurricane Katrina - Law Student Division
- Information for Law Students Affected by Hurricane Katrina - Section of Legal Education
Affected Paralegal Program Information
- Tulane University in New Orleans, LA – Emergency Web site
- Herzing College in Kenner, LA – Emergency Web site
- University of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA – Web Site
- University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, LA – Web Site
- Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA – Web Site
FEMA Information
ABA Disaster Legal Services Hotlines:
If you are seeking legal help because of the disaster, the ABA Young Lawyers Division/FEMA toll-free hotline is:
Alabama: 1-800-354-6154
Louisiana: 1-800-310-7029
Mississippi: 1-866-255-4495
Texas: 1-800-504-7030
State Bar of Texas/Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the volume of calls into the Northern Gulf Coast region, these numbers may not connect upon each attempt.
Lawyer & Firm Relocation Information
The American Bar Association and LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell recognize that many lawyers and their respective clients have relocated as a result of the impact of Katrina. In collaboration of efforts, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell has established a message board for lawyers and firms to post relocation information to reach their clients and the general public.
Donations
There are many ways one can support relief efforts for Hurricane Katrina.
