is a 501(c)(6) statewide organization which represents the interests of attorneys, judges, law professors and law students who share a common interest in resolving the issues affecting Hispanics within the legal community. The purpose of the Association is to serve the public interest by cultivating the art and science of jurisprudence, by advancing the standing of the legal profession, by preserving high standards of integrity, honor, and professional courtesy among Hispanic lawyers. Learn More »

The Todos Unidos campaign is continuing to fundraise to assist Puerto Rico, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central American as a result of the recent natural disasters.  To make a contribution of any amount directly to the Todos Unidos Fundraising Campaign, please  Text UNITED to 50555 to join the Todos Unidos disaster relief community! Standard text messaging rates apply.  You can also use the following link:  http://tiny.cc/omo3ny.  All contributions are tax deductible charitable donations and 100% of the proceeds will go towards relief efforts.

THE HISPANIC BAR ASSOCIATION OF NEW JERSEY SUPPORTS THE VICTIMS OF THE RECENT HURRICANES AND EARTHQUAKES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2017

The past few weeks have been extremely difficult. Our brothers and sisters in Puerto Rico, Texas, Florida, the entire Caribbean and Mexico have been dangerously impacted by the recent catastrophic hurricanes and earthquakes that continue to threaten many lives. 

While the survivors of these disasters continue to show their resilience, the Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey (HBA-NJ) is working with support and disaster response organizations, both locally and in the affected areas, to offer our assistance in any way possible.

“We extend our thoughts and prayers to victims of these recent natural disasters in the United States, Caribbean, Mexico and Central America, including members of our HBA-NJ families” said HBA-NJ President, Arlene Quinones Perez. “We are working hard to remain in contact with relief organizations in the affected areas and are continuing to assess needs and see how we can help.”

We will continue to update our website as information becomes available, as many of the organizations in the affected areas are still attempting to re-open their offices and assess the needs of the victims. Helping our brothers and sisters will require a long-term commitment from our membership and we have no doubt that the HBA-NJ familia will rise to the occasion and assist those in need.

Please check our website for updates and resources for assisting in the relief and rebuilding efforts.  In the meantime, those who would like to donate their time, money, goods or pro bono legal services can visit the following websites:

Cash Donations:

Direct Relief (All affected areas)

Hispanic Federation (Puerto Rico)

ConPRmetidos (Puerto Rico):

Fondos Unidos de Puerto Rico (Puerto Rico)

Pro Bono Volunteer Opportunities:

Legal Corps for Puerto Rico 

ABA Volunteer Legal Services  (Bi-Lingual or Spanish-speaking attorneys needed most)

Please be advised that we have not had an opportunity to vet all of the organizations listed above and encourage you to conduct your own due diligence. However, the organizations with an asterisk have been vetted.

Please continue to visit our website to receive updates as information becomes available.

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About The Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey

Founded in 1980, the HBA-NJ is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit association that is comprised of attorneys, judges, law professors, law students, and other professionals who share a common interest in addressing the issues affecting Hispanics within the legal community.

The purpose of the Association is to serve the public interest: (i) by cultivating the art and science of jurisprudence, (ii) by advancing the standing of the legal profession, and (iii) by preserving high standards of integrity, honor, and professional courtesy among Hispanic lawyers.

Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey
P.O. Box 25562, Newark, NJ 07101

 Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.