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PBRC in the News: Baltimore Scene: Rooted in Justice Gala, 35 Years of PBRC

By Nataly Karimi | December 4, 2025

PBRC in the News Baltimore Scene: Rooted in Justice Gala, 35 Years of PBRC Thank you to everyone who either contributed or joined us at our sold-out Rooted in Justice…

Staff Profile: Lauren Rubin

By Nataly Karimi | August 29, 2025

Lauren Rubin joined PBRC in 2024. As PBRC’s Chief Advancement Officer, Lauren leads the progression and expansion of the organization’s fundraising efforts. Prior to joining PBRC, Lauren worked as Director…

Staff Profile: Becca Odelius, Esq.

By Nataly Karimi | June 30, 2025

Becca Odelius joined PBRC in 2025. As PBRC’s Volunteer Manager, Becca manages and works to recruit attorneys to volunteer their skills to help Marylanders facing civil legal issues. Prior to…

PBRC Staff Sworn in as 2025-2026 Monumental City Bar Association Officers!

By Nataly Karimi | June 26, 2025

PBRC Staff News PBRC Staff Members Sworn in as 2025-2026 Monumental City Bar Association Officers! PBRC is celebrating as staff members, Valda Ricks, Patricia Tuon, and Domonique Flowers were sworn…

PBRC in the News: Mayor Scott extends protection from ‘predatory’ tax sale, but some want more

By Nataly Karimi | May 15, 2025

PBRC in the News Mayor Scott extends protection from ‘predatory’ tax sale, but some want more Allison Harris, Director of PBRC’s Home Preservation Project, and Margaret Henn, Deputy Director of…

PBRC in the News: How Education and Housing Advocates Worked Together to Win More Rental Assistance

By Nataly Karimi | April 17, 2025

PBRC in the News How Education and Housing Advocates Worked Together to Win More Rental Assistance Katie Davis, Director of PBRC’s Courtroom Advocacy Project, co-wrote an article for Shelterforce about…

PBRC in the News: Over a Dozen Groups Urge Gov. Moore and DHCD Secretary Day to ProtectAll Marylanders From Tax Sale From Unpaid Water Bills

By Nataly Karimi | February 20, 2025

PBRC in the News Over a Dozen Groups Urge Gov. Moore and DHCD Secretary Day to Protect All Marylanders From Tax Sale From Unpaid Water Bills Allison Harris, Director of…

Remembering Herbert S. Garten

By Nataly Karimi | January 29, 2025

Remembering Herbert S. Garten The Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland (PBRC) is deeply saddened at the recent passing of Herbert S. Garten, Esq. The Garten family has continued to…

PBRC in the News: State Advocates Praise Moore Administration Plan to Expand Human Right to Water Principles by Prohibiting Property Tax Sale For Unpaid Water Bills

By Nataly Karimi | January 9, 2025

PBRC in the News State Advocates Praise Moore Administration Plan to Expand Human Right to Water Principles by Prohibiting Property Tax Sale For Unpaid Water Bills Allison Harris, Director of…

PBRC in the News: Some Marylanders can lose their homes to water bill debt. The Moore administration wants to change that.

By Nataly Karimi | January 7, 2025

PBRC in the News “Some Marylanders can lose their homes to water bill debt. The Moore administration wants to change that.” Allison Harris, Director of PBRC’s Home Preservation Project, spoke…