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Legal Aid in Action

Legal Aid in Action

Written by: Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
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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.

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Episodes
  • Talking Legal Aid -- Volunteer Lawyer's Program with Jordan Stringer, Part II

    Talking Legal Aid -- Volunteer Lawyer's Program with Jordan Stringer, Part II
    Aug 14 2026

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    Jordan discusses clinics, who VLP clients are, and the future of the program.
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    25 mins
  • Talking Legal Aid -- Volunteer Lawyer Program with Jordan Stringer

    Talking Legal Aid -- Volunteer Lawyer Program with Jordan Stringer
    Aug 7 2026

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    Jordan Stringer, the director of Legal Aid of Middle Tennessee's Volunteer Lawyer's Program, introduces his program -- what it is, how it's run, and how attorneys can volunteer their time and talents to help marginalized litigants gain access to the courts.

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    26 mins
  • Talking Domestic Violence — Orders of Protection for Sexual Assault and Stalking

    Talking Domestic Violence — Orders of Protection for Sexual Assault and Stalking
    Jul 31 2026

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    Orders of protection are not just for domestic violence. They can also help people who have experienced sexual assault or stalking.

    In this episode, host Dean Hinton continues his conversation with Rebecca Toca, a former Legal Aid attorney with years of experience representing survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in Middle Tennessee.

    Dean and Rebecca talk about how orders of protection work in cases involving sexual assault and stalking. They explain what stalking is, what counts as sexual assault under Tennessee law, and how victims of these crimes can use the courts to protect themselves.

    If someone is following you, threatening you, or has hurt you sexually, you have rights. And there are legal tools that can help keep you safe.

    This episode is for anyone who has experienced stalking or sexual assault and wants to understand their legal options. You do not have to go through this alone.

    If you missed Episode 7, we recommend starting there for an introduction to orders of protection. But you can also jump in here.

    Legal Aid may be able to help you for free. Call us at 1-800-238-1443. If you are in danger right now, call 911.
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    46 mins
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