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Client Success Story: Final Restraining Order Granted

By Elizabeth Hurley, Legal Director at The Waterfront Project In this domestic violence case, we successfully obtained a Final Restraining Order protecting our client from her former partner, whom the court found had assaulted her on multiple occasions, resulting in “horrific injuries.” The order prohibits our client’s abuser from having any contact with her, bars
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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 this alone. While
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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 protected under the Stack Bill.Â
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Addressing the Homelessness Crisis in New Jersey: The Critical Role of The Waterfront Project, Inc
In recent years, the homelessness crisis in New Jersey has intensified, mirroring national trends driven by escalating housing costs, a lack of affordable housing, and systemic socio-economic barriers. This situation demands immediate and comprehensive action. At The Waterfront Project, Inc. (WFP), we witness daily how these challenges impact individuals and families, pushing them to the
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The Waterfront Project, Inc.
A Free Legal Center Founded in Hudson County, New Jersey since 2013.
WFP has provided free legal services and housing counseling to low-income families and individuals across the county.
Thanks to our generous supporters and donors, our attorneys, counselors, and advocates work every day to prevent evictions, stop foreclosures, and protect housing rights – at no cost to our clients.
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