St. Clair County Judiciary receives $30K Access to Justice Grant

Chief Judge Andrew Gleeson

The St. Clair County Judiciary and court system recently announced being awarded an Access to Justice Grant in the amount of $30,000.

The purpose of the grant is to upgrade the technology and related support systems for self litigants’ use in the St. Clair County Law Library.

Chief Judge Andrew J. Gleeson said, “The grant facilitates our abilities to function as a complex, high volume court system. The upgrades have allowed us much needed flexibility in meeting the public’s needs. Once again the judicial staff of St. Clair County has been instrumental in preparing and executing this grant. We are fortunate to benefit from their efforts.”

Gleeson also thanked the Supreme Court and the Access to Justice Division for their support of the infrastructure needs of the Twentieth Judicial Circuit and its contribution to the legal needs of the community.

Deputy Trial Court Administrator Maggie Smith said, “Receiving approval for the 2024 Access to Justice Grant allows the Law Library to expand its resources to better serve the community. We will use the funds for a Zoom room and extra workstations that will allow more individuals access to services with additional privacy.”

Law Librarian Karina Sanders added, “The 2024 Access to Justice Grant gives the Law Library an opportunity to expand and provide more access to those in the community who need additional resources.”