South Carolina Legal Services

10/12/2026

👻 Spooky Consumer Law Alert!

A debt collector repeatedly contacting you can feel scary, but you have rights. Consumer protection laws provide safeguards against certain debt collection practices and help ensure you're treated fairly.

Understanding your rights can help you respond with confidence and avoid unnecessary stress when dealing with debt collectors.

10/10/2026

🧟‍♂️ Think an old second mortgage is gone for good? Sometimes, unresolved loans can resurface years later.

Warning signs may include unexpected collection notices, delayed foreclosure threats, or contact from a lender you haven't heard from in years. Knowing what to look for can help you avoid being caught off guard and better protect your home and your rights.

10/08/2026

🧟‍♂️ You thought it was gone... but could it still be lurking?

A zombie 2nd mortgage is an old second mortgage or home equity loan that may resurface years after a homeowner believed it was resolved.

🎥 Watch our video to learn what a zombie mortgage is and how to protect yourself from unexpected claims: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reQ3WkbTbo8

10/06/2026

Thank you, South Carolina Access to Justice Commission, for highlighting the critical need for civil legal assistance across our state. We're proud to work alongside partners dedicated to ensuring South Carolinians have access to the legal resources and support they need. Together, we can help more individuals and families navigate legal challenges and protect their rights.

Access to justice is a statewide issue.

South Carolina Legal Services averages more than 20,000 answered telephone calls each year from people seeking legal assistance across all 46 counties of South Carolina.

That number represents thousands of South Carolinians reaching out for help navigating civil legal problems—and it highlights the importance of accessible legal resources in communities across our state.

South Carolina Legal Services and organizations throughout South Carolina are working to connect people with the legal help they need. At the SC Access to Justice Commission, we’re committed to supporting that work and expanding access to justice statewide.

⚖️ Find legal resources: www.scaccesstojustice.org/get-help

10/06/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜

This month, we join communities across the country in raising awareness, supporting survivors, and promoting resources that help individuals and families build safer, stronger futures.

Together, we can help create communities where everyone feels supported, empowered, and safe.

10/06/2026

Thank you to the South Carolina Bar Foundation for hosting such a wonderful Lowcountry Boil and for your ongoing commitment to access to justice. We are grateful for the partnership of the South Carolina Bar, the South Carolina Access to Justice Commission, and so many advocates working to serve South Carolinians. Together, we can make a meaningful difference for families and communities across our state. 💙⚖️

A special thank-you to our out-of-town guests for making the trip to celebrate with us at the Lowcountry Boil! We were honored to have Olivia Stafford Jones, Executive Director of the South Carolina Bar Foundation, and Nekki Shutt, President of the South Carolina Bar, share their remarks, and delighted to welcome our longtime friend Betsy Goodale of South Carolina Legal Services.

Thank you for all you do to expand access to justice across South Carolina. Your work helps our neighbors protect their families, homes, and futures. We are grateful for your leadership, your partnership, and the opportunity to celebrate this shared mission together!

South Carolina Bar Foundation
South Carolina Bar
South Carolina Legal Services
South Carolina Access to Justice Commission

10/04/2026

Free Legal Clinic Series for Veterans

South Carolina Legal Services is hosting three veterans’ clinics across South Carolina this October. Veterans can receive general information about civil legal issues and learn whether they qualify for SCLS legal services.

📍 Myrtle Beach VA Clinic
Thursday, Oct. 8 | Noon – 4 p.m.

📍 Myrtle Beach VA Clinic
Friday, Oct. 16 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

📍 William Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center
Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Our attorneys will be available to answer questions, provide legal information, and assist eligible veterans with applying for services.

10/02/2026

Shunna Jeter, our Executive Director, has shared her plans to transition from her role at South Carolina Legal Services in spring 2027. She has provided steady, thoughtful leadership and demonstrated a deep commitment to our mission, guiding the firm through a period of significant uncertainty and change while positioning us for the future. We are grateful for her many contributions and the leadership she has provided during this important chapter for SCLS.

Shunna will remain actively involved in the coming months to help ensure a smooth and thoughtful transition. We will begin the search for our next Executive Director soon and look forward to identifying a leader who can build on this strong foundation.

We wish Shunna every success and fulfillment in the next chapter. Throughout this transition, South Carolina Legal Services remains focused on our mission and on serving our clients, supporting our staff, and strengthening the communities we serve.

09/30/2026

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the leaders, homeowners, entrepreneurs, advocates, and community members whose contributions help strengthen our communities every day. Their dedication, resilience, and achievements continue to inspire future generations.

09/28/2026

📢 📢 Facebook Live en Español: Nuevos Salarios H-2A para Trabajadores del Campo en Carolina del Sur

¿Trabaja Usted con una visa H-2A o conoce a alguien quiene lo haga? Únase con nostoros miércoles, 30 de septiembre a las 6:00 p.m. para una conversación importante con la abogada Ruth Checketts de Servicios Legales de South Carolina.

Hablaremos sobre:

✅ Las nuevas salarios H-2A en Carolina del Sur
✅ Los derechos de los trabajadores agrícolas
✅ Lo que debe saber para protegerse en el trabajo

💡 Recuerde: Guarde sus talones de cheque, registre sus horas y conserve una copia de su contrato.

📲 Vea la transmisión en vivo en: Facebook.com/scagwhp