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What We Do

VOLS free civil legal services support New Yorkers with limited access to resources as they face their civil legal challenges. Through our programs and initiatives, VOLS works with incarcerated mothers; older adults; children and families in school and hospital-based settings; immigrant youth; individuals seeking public benefits; and small business owners

What's New At VOLS

VOLS Monthly Newsletter

National Hispanic Heritage Month Durante éste mes de la Herencia Hispana, recordamos a los clientes Latine con los cuáles hemos trabajado en…

Job Posting – Operations Director

Volunteers of Legal Service (VOLS) seeks an experienced Operations Director who will focus on creating, managing, and improving policies, practices,…

VOLS’ free civil legal services are powered by our team and our partners.

Community Partners

Our team collaborates with 150 community organizations to understand issues facing their communities, organize legal clinics and community legal education presentations, and identify individuals in need of support. Click to view our list of partners by legal project.

Law Firms & Companies

VOLS’ pro bono program partners with 80 law firms and corporations, so we can serve exponentially more New Yorkers. Our roots with the private bar go back to VOLS’ founding in 1984. Click to view our list of partners. 

Pro Bono Volunteers

VOLS’ legal team recruits, trains, and mentors a network of 1,800 pro bono volunteers. Learn more about how you can get involved with VOLS pro bono program and other volunteer opportunities.

Need help?

Check out our “Get Help” page for free resources and to learn if VOLS can assist you.

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