Freedmen News Watch · October 30, 2026, 8:20 AM CDT
Key Facts
- Legal Aid receives funds to address heirs’ property in Mobile County (via Yahoo)
Legal Aid receives funds to address heirs’ property in Mobile County.
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Oct. 29, 2026 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Legal Services of Alabama in Mobile received a substantial grant to address heirs’ property in Mobile County.
Chickasaw Police make first Beau’s Law arrest According to a news release, the Mobile County Revenue Commission gave the $70,000 award, named the Carolyn Gaines Varner Heirship Grant.
The funds will be used to help LSA’s Mobile office assist those who have inherited property from family members who did not have a will.
Varner was a managing attorney of the LSA’s Selma office, and was responsible for introducing heirs’ property work to the organization.
“She is known for offering extensive heirs’ property training opportunities for legal aid across the country,” the release said.
“Through this project, LSA will help families identify rightful heirs, establish ownership, and work toward resolving legal issues that can prevent families from protecting, maintaining, or passing down their property,” the release said.
The funds will specifically support a project attorney and dedicated paralegal who can conduct genealogical research in order to establish rightful ownership and find any federal resources and legal remedies for rightful heirs.
Warehoused food released to Cajun Navy in Evergreen, investigation underway “LSA will provide community presentations on heirs’ property and legal rights, distribute informational guides, and educate residents about preventive measures that can help families avoid future property disputes,” the release said.[1]
Where It Happened
The pin marks Mobile as named in the report, not an exact address. Map data: OpenStreetMap contributors.
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