Client Centered. Community Focused. Pro Bono Powered.
VOLS partners with New York City’s community organizations, law firms and companies
to provide free civil legal services to New Yorkers with limited access to resources.
Our Services
VOLS’ free legal services support New Yorkers with limited access to resources as they face their civil legal challenges.
VOLS works with older adults, immigrant youth, individuals seeking public benefits, small business owners, and incarcerated mothers.
What's New At VOLS
VOLS Legal Alert: BOI Reporting Requirements Under the Corporate Transparency Act Reinstated Again
On December 26, 2024, the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit paused the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)’s beneficial…
VOLS Legal Alert: BOI Reporting Requirements Under the Corporate Transparency Act Reinstated with Updated Deadlines
On December 23, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit stayed a district court’s preliminary injunction that…
VOLS Legal Alert: Court Blocks Enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act– What Pro Bono Volunteers and Entrepreneurs Need to Know
We want to update our pro bono volunteers and clients, particularly small businesses, on a recent court decision that may…
VOLS x 2025 TD Five Boro Bike Tour
VOLS is an Official Charity Partner for the 2025 TD Five Boro Bike Tour. Join us! VOLS’ cyclists gain entry…
National Pro Bono Month: October News
Happy National Pro Bono Month! VOLS has been on the move and out in the community, collaborating with our law…
VOLS 2024 Pro Bono Dean’s List Awards
We were proud to honor the VOLS 2024 Pro Bono Dean’s List at a wonderful celebration hosted by Skadden. Guests…