The State Bar of Georgia will be posting information and links to resources on this page as they become available to provide assistance and guidance to Bar members and the public as we work to recover from the effects of Hurricane Helene.
09.30.24 - Supreme Court Issues Order Declaring Judicial Emergency and extends certain deadlines in ongoing court proceedings due to the effects of tropical cyclone Helene. Read the full order here.
The State Bar’s SOLACE* Program exists to allow our members to reach out in meaningful and compassionate ways to others in the legal community in times of need caused by events and situations like this. Reach out to SOLACE at solace@52477799.com.
SOLACE may also be available to respond to requests for in-kind donations in other areas of South Georgia, including replacing office supplies and equipment, if they can secure:
Email solace@52477799.com for more information.
*SOLACE is a network of individuals within the legal community who are willing to consider providing nonmonetary assistance to help lawyers and other members of the legal community who need support because of a sudden catastrophic event such as illness, injury, fire or natural disaster. It is administered through the State Bar of Georgia.
Visit gema.georgia.gov for resources available for those affected, including food distribution locations, shelters, local emergency management agency contact information and opportunities to volunteer.