Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation and Taylor English Duma To Host Screening of American Winter

The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation and Taylor English Duma LLP are hosting a special showing of the documentary film American Winter on Monday, Sept. 15 at the Landmark Midtown Art Cinema in Atlanta.

AVLF’s first “Movie Night” is meant to spark a dialogue about poverty in America and Atlanta. The film, directed by Emmy award-winning filmmakers Joe and Harry Gantz, presents an intimate portrait of families who have seen their lives altered by the Great Recession and its aftermath. The movie dispels stereotypes about who makes up the ranks of the poor in our country, how they got there and the consequences of the shrinking of our country’s middle class.

“As the income disparity gap in America becomes more noticeable, it is important for us to take a step back and understand why this is happening and how it is impacting American families,” said Michael Lucas, deputy director of the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation. “American Winter is an extremely powerful showing of hard facts and personal stories that compel viewers to discuss the fracturing of the American Dream and ways we can work toward a healthier and safer Atlanta.”

There will be a panel discussion following the movie featuring the film’s director and leaders of organizations focused on combating poverty in Atlanta. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online at www.avlfatthemovies.org.

WHAT: Special screening of the film, American Winter, followed by a panel discussion with the film’s director and local leaders.

WHERE: Midtown Art Cinema – 931 Monroe Drive NE Atlanta, GA 30308

WHEN: Monday, September 15, 2014, 6:30 p.m.

COST: $10

REGISTER: www.avlfatthemovies.org

QUESTIONS: For more information or questions about the event, please contact Michael Lucas, deputy director of the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation, at (404) 521-0790 or mlucas@avlf.org.

About the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation

The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation provides legal representation, education and advocacy for at-risk, low income individuals through volunteer legal professionals who are committed to meeting the unmet civil legal needs of the Atlanta community. More information can be found on their website at www.avlf.org.

About Taylor English Duma LLP

Taylor English Duma LLP is a full-service law firm built from the ground up to provide highest-quality legal services for optimal value. The firm was founded in 2005, and its attorneys work each day to provide timely, creative and cost-effective counsel to help clients solve problems and achieve goals. Taylor English represents all types of clients—from Fortune 500 companies to start-ups to individuals. More information can be found on the firm’s website at www.taylorenglish.com.