Don’t miss one of the last great outdoor events before the holidays! The Atlanta Legal Aid Society will hold its 21st Run for Justice in Oakhurst on November 10th, 2012. The event will benefit the general operating fund of the Atlanta Legal Aid Society. Participants in the Run for Justice will enjoy a beautiful a 5-k course beginning and ending at One Step at A Time, 650 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030. Others can enjoy the crisp autumn day with the 5k walk, great for families and children. Jogging strollers, kids and pets are welcome! Awards will be presented to the top 5-k finishers and teams in a variety of categories, including pets, children and strollers. Families, corporate, church, school and community teams are welcome. We always need volunteers, too. Each participant will receive a lovely dri-weave t-shirt; XXL and above are an additonal $3. Children’s sizes are available in white cotton.Email Angie at ajtacker@atlantalegalaid.org to find out more.

Registration is $25 in advance and $30 after November 4th. The race and walk begin at 9:00 am. Register here by clicking below or at www.active.com or www.rungeorgia.com.  This year the race will be presented by the Daily Report newspaper.

The Run for Justice is a fun, easy way to show your support for Atlanta Legal Aid and the great work we do! We provide civil legal services to persons with very low incomes in Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Clayton and Cobb counties.  Last year, Legal Aid attorneys assisted over 50,000 people and handled over 24,000 cases, primarily involving housing, family, and senior citizens issues. Begun in 1924 by 17 prominent local attorneys, Atlanta Legal Aid has meant access to justice for countless individuals, who would otherwise be shut out of an increasingly complex legal system because they do not have the money to hire a lawyer. Check out what we are doing today at www.atlantalegalaid.org.