October 5, 2009
STATE BAR ASSOCIATION’S FALL RADIO CAMPAIGN
PROVIDES INFORMATION AND KEY RESOURCES TO HELP THE PUBLIC AVOID
FORECLOSURE AND ELIMINATE DEBT
Campaign Also Calls on Attorneys to Continue the
Proud Tradition of Volunteering for Pro Bono
Continuing its work to help New Yorkers in difficult economic times,
the New York State Bar Association today unveiled its newest statewide
radio ad series to let the public know about information and the
resources it has available to help people avoid mortgage foreclosure and
obtain debt relief. Narrated by State Bar President Michael E.
Getnick (Getnick Livingston Atkinson & Priore, LLP of Utica and of
counsel to Getnick & Getnick of New York City), the ad campaign will
also promote the first-ever National Pro Bono Week, to be held October
25-31, by highlighting the legal profession’s proud tradition of
free assistance while encouraging attorneys to do even more to help
those in need.
“The economic downturn during the last year has without
question hurt many New Yorkers,” said Getnick. “These radio
ads are designed to let the public know that help is out there –
in many cases in the form of free legal assistance provided by the
thousands of attorneys who volunteer pro bono services. The ads also
alert the public to many of the State Bar Association’s free
resources, including a video presentation on our Web site that provides
practical advice for homeowners facing foreclosure and our Lawyer
Referral Service to recommend an attorney who can provide debt
counseling.”
The NCSA (Non-Commercial Sustaining Announcements) spots were
produced and distributed in coordination with the New York State
Broadcasters Association as part of an ongoing radio campaign designed
to educate citizens about a wide variety of important legal issues that
affect the lives of New Yorkers. The spots will run from October 5th
through October 31st. It is anticipated that the ads will air
several thousand times on radio stations across the state throughout the
four-week campaign.
The scripts for the three radio ads are as follows:
Mortgage Foreclosure: 30-seconds:
This is Mike Getnick, President of the New York State Bar
Association. In neighborhoods across the nation, the American Dream of
owning a home is jeopardized by the threat of foreclosure. If you are
facing the loss of your home, we can help. Our Web site at nysba.org
contains useful tips and practical steps that can help avoid foreclosure
and save your most important investment. Visit nysba.org for more
information.
Brought to you by the New York State Bar Association, in cooperation
with the New York State Broadcasters Association.
Financial Debt: 30-seconds:
This is Mike Getnick, President of the New York State Bar
Association. These tough economic times have made us all tighten
our belts. The bills start coming in faster than you can afford to pay
them and the collection calls start to mount. You do not have to face
these problems alone. We can put you in touch with an attorney who
can help guide you through a debt crisis. For more information,
visit our Web site at nysba.org.
Brought to you by the New York State Bar Association, in cooperation
with the New York State Broadcasters Association.
The
Good We Do: 60-seconds:
This is Mike Getnick, President of the New York State Bar
Association. The economic difficulties of the last year greatly
increased the demand for free legal services. Whether it is a
homeowner facing the loss of a home or parents seeking health care for
their children, lawyers are deeply committed to answering the call of
those in need but cannot afford to pay. Each year, our members
provide thousands of hours of free legal services. But there are always
opportunities to do more. This October 25th -31st, the State Bar will
participate in the first ever National Pro Bono Week, a celebration
highlighting the important role that volunteer attorneys play in
ensuring equal access to justice for all citizens. For more
information on National Pro Bono Week or if you are an attorney who can
volunteer for one of our free programs and clinics, please visit our Web
site at nysba.org. Ensuring justice for all; it’s the good we
do.
Brought to you by the New York State Bar Association, in cooperation
with the New York State Broadcasters Association.
Below are links to the mp3 audio files of the three radio
announcements:
http://www.nysba.org/Foreclosuremp3
http://www.nysba.org/Debtmp3
http://www.nysba.org/goodwedomp3
The 76,000-member New York State Bar Association is the largest
voluntary state bar association in the nation. Founded in 1876, State
Bar programs and activities have continuously served the public and
improved the justice system for more than 130 years.
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