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Mortgage Maintenance Education
Mortgage Maintenance Education By Maria Mascola and William Paige Since 2018, The Waterfront Project has been dedicated to helping New Jersey residents navigate the complexities of the foreclosure process. We now have a full team of HUD-Certified housing counselors who offer support and education to client’s while reminding them they don’t have to go through…
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Client Success Story – Landlord Dismissal
Client Success Story: Landlord Dismissal Written by Elizabeth Hurley, Legal Director at The Waterfront Project Sam, our Staff Attorney at The Waterfront Project, was able to get a landlord to dismiss a non-payment of rent case the landlord had filed against our client for arrears that were incurred between March and August 2021, a period…
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12 Days of The Waterfront Project Representation: From Lockout to a Settlement Awarding 10 Months’ Rent as Relocation Assistance
12 Days of The Waterfront Project Representation: From Lockout to a Settlement Awarding 10 Months’ Rent as Relocation Assistance Written by Elizabeth Hurley, Managing Attorney at The Waterfront Project Our client called The Waterfront Project on January 16th, having been evicted from his apartment the day before without notice of any lawsuit filed against him.…
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Algorithms, Profits, and the Housing Crisis: A Step Toward Justice
Algorithms, Profits, and the Housing Crisis: A Step Toward Housing Justice Written by Christopher Gomes The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently filed a landmark lawsuit against six of the country’s largest landlords, alleging that their use of algorithmic pricing software and information sharing practices have significantly contributed to the housing crisis. The landlords named…
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A Crisis We Can’t Ignore: Federal Funding Freeze Threatens Our Communities
A Crisis We Can’t Ignore: Federal Funding Freeze Threatens Our Communities Written By Executive Director, Carol Sainthilaire We are facing an unprecedented crisis that puts New Jersey’s most vulnerable families at immediate risk. The current Administration has just announced a freeze on all federal grants and loans—halting critical funding for nonprofits like The Waterfront Project…
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Client Success Story: Keeping a New Family Safe and Together
Client Success Story: Keeping a New Family Safe and Together By Carol M. Sainthilaire, Executive Director of The Waterfront Project At The Waterfront Project, we believe that housing is a fundamental human right, and every day, our team fights to protect that right for our community’s most vulnerable residents. Recently, we had the privilege of…
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Bridging the Gap: Addressing Housing Needs and Homelessness in Jersey City and Hudson County
Bridging the Gap: Addressing Housing Needs and Homelessness in Jersey City and Hudson County In recent months, two comprehensive reports have shed light on the escalating housing crisis in Jersey City and Hudson County. The Jersey City Housing Needs Assessment by the Regional Plan Association and the 2024 Hudson County Point-In-Time Count by Monarch Housing Associates together paint a…
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Navigating Eviction Prevention: Insights from HUD’s Latest Report
Navigating Eviction Prevention: Insights from HUD’s Lates Report as of 2024 By Dante Lara, Housing Manager at The Waterfront Project, Inc. Affordable housing has become a nationwide crisis with devastating impacts, and the effects are particularly evident here in New Jersey. In Hudson County alone, homelessness has increased by a staggering 27% in 2024, according…
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RWJBarnabas Health Offers Name Change Services for Transgender and Non-Binary Community Members
RWJBarnabas Health Offers Name Change Services for Transgender and Non-Binary Community Members Original Article: RWJBarnabas Health Offers Name Change Services For Transgender and Non-Binary Community Members Livingston, NJ, November 20, 2024 – RWJBarnabas Health is pleased to offer the Name Change Clinic, providing transgender and non-binary community members legal advice, services and guidance to legally affirm their…
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A Rebuttal to Michael P. Hussar’s Letter “Rent Control Isn’t Needed and Will Only Reduce the Supply of Housing”
A Rebuttal to Michael P. Hussar’s Letter, “Rent Control Isn’t Needed and Will Only Reduce the Supply of Housing”. By Carol Sainthilaire As the Executive Director of The Waterfront Project, Inc., I must respectfully but firmly disagree with the recent opinion piece published in the Jersey City Times, which claims rent control is unnecessary and harmful to housing…
About Us
Housing Justice Starts With Access to Help
Founded in Hudson County, New Jersey in 2013, The Waterfront Project provides free legal services, housing counseling, and advocacy to low-income individuals and families throughout Hudson County and surrounding communities.
With the support of our generous donors and partners, our attorneys, counselors, and advocates work every day to prevent evictions, protect homeowners from foreclosure, prepare future homebuyers, and defend housing rights, all at no cost to our clients.
Everyone deserves a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.
Our Reviews
“Elizabeth Hurley is absolutely the best! Having her as my attorney at The Waterfront Project in Jersey City was a blessing. From day one, she was deeply committed to my case, treated me with the utmost respect, and fought for me every step of the way. She is a phenomenal Legal Director, highly knowledgeable, and truly cares about her clients. I am incredibly grateful for her hard work and highly recommend her.”
“I have worked with The waterfront project in the last few years and the one thing I will say is they are def here for you and to help you in every way possible. living in Jersey City I experienced having 3 slump lord and unfortunately this is a high case developing in Jersey City I had the pleasure to work with Elizabeth Hurley and my experience in the beginning was not the greatest but how Elizabeth hurley went beyond measures to help me get the approval I needed to be able to move and be in such a better position for myself and my daughter. I highly recommend the waterfront project they are here to help and make things easier and not treat you as if you have no voice.”
“I cannot recommend The Waterfront Project, Inc. highly enough. From start to finish, they handled my legal matter with professionalism, compassion, and genuine care. Every question I had was answered promptly, and I always felt informed and supported throughout the entire process.
Elizabeth Hurley’s Esq. attention to detail and dedication to getting the best possible outcome truly made a difference. What could have been an overwhelming experience was made manageable because of her expertise and kindness.
I’m incredibly grateful for her hard work and would trust them again without hesitation. If you’re looking for a team that treats you like a person and not just a case number, look no further.
Thank you for everything!”
