"The time and expertise the VLP volunteers gave showed me they value me as a person.  Now I have the self-confidence to stand up for myself when legal problems arise. Thank you for your help!"

- Shirley, a former VLP client

The Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP) coordinates the volunteer efforts of Maine attorneys and community members to help people of low income navigate the civil justice system. We provide free information, brief assistance and pro bono legal representation in civil legal matters to qualifying clients. Our volunteers give Mainers in need the tools and know-how to be equal participants in our legal system. 


TOM COX, VOLUNTEER ATTORNEY, WINS 2012 PURPOSE AWARD FOR HIS WORK WITH MASH...View YouTube Video


NEW! Want to learn more about the laws that affect you?  Attend our FREE "Lawyers in Libraries" series of streaming workshops. Coming up: 

 

 Please check your local library to see if they are participating or Go to Maine State Library website for more details.   

Project Salute. Free legal clinics helping veterans with VA disability claims. 
Watch WCSH 207 News story about our successful October clinic at the Portland Public Library. Check back here for our announcement of future Project Salute workshops.

VLP RECEIVES 6 WHO CARE AWARD FOR AGENCY OF DISTINCTION...View WCSH Video

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“Pro bono work is an example of the best that our legal profession can do to make equal justice under the law a reality. It can make an enormous difference for people who are scrambling daily for the basic necessities of life.”  Sandra Day O'Connor