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The Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP) coordinates the volunteer efforts of Maine attorneys and community members to help low-income people 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 low-income Mainers the tools and the know-how to be equal participants in our legal system.

"VLP volunteers exemplify the heart of Maine by helping to guarantee that our legal system serves all Mainers regardless of income."

Governor John E. Baldacci


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"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



VLP News Picks

 ~  Justices Rule in Firefighters Bias Case, Bid Farewell to Souter  National Law Journal
 ~  Ginsburg Speaks to 2nd Circuit About Sotomayor, 'Fleeting Expletives' and the Term's Biggest Case  National Law Journal
 ~  Attorneys Who Defend Poor Want a Raise  Law.com
 ~  These Lawyers have No Borders  The National Law Journal
 ~  Getting by: Lawyers practice quid pro publico  Sanford-Springvale Register
 ~  Getting by: Lawyers give free advice  Biddeford Courier

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