Volunteer Lawyers Program
For The Public
About the Volunteer Lawyers Program
Since 1991, the Alabama State Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP) has been dedicated to serving individuals and families across Alabama who are facing civil legal issues but cannot afford an attorney. We assist eligible clients with a wide range of legal matters and are committed to expanding access to justice throughout our state.
Our clients include Alabama residents from low-income households who qualify based on income and the nature of their civil legal needs. The heart of our program is our generous network of volunteer attorneys who donate their time, experience, and compassion to serve others. Whether you’re able to take one case a year or several, your contribution makes a meaningful difference. We welcome attorneys from all practice areas and experience levels and offer flexible opportunities to get involved.
Volunteer Lawyers Can Help With
Adoption, Guardianship, and Name Changes
Bankrupcy (Chapter 7) and Collection Defense
Child Support Modification
Contracts, Warranties, and Small Claims Disputes
Defending Certain Civil Lawsuits
Divorce and Separation
Landlord-Tenant Disputes and Pre-Foreclosures
Deed Preparation
Tax Questions or Problems
Wills, Probate, Power of Attorney, and Living Wills
Cases We Do Not Take
Unfortunately, we are not able to help with the following kinds of cases:
Criminal Matters
Claims for Money (Personal Injury / Malpractice)
All Fee-Generating Matters
Employment Disputes
Workers’ Compensation Claims
EEOC/Discrimination Cases
How to Get Help
Call Us Directly
Call Center
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
8:30 am – 11:30 am and 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am – 11:30 am
Toll-free: 888-857-8571
Lawyer Referral Service
Toll-free: 800-392-5660
When you call our VLP hotline, our Intake Specialists will take the relevant information and determine whether the VLP can help you. If you meet our income guidelines, we will connect you with a volunteer lawyer.
Attend a Virtual Clinic
Monthly Live Clinics – Virtual Clinic via Zoom
Every 2nd Monday, 2–4pm
Meeting ID: 889-2878-6465
Dial-in: 312-626-6799, code 889-2878-6465
Please sign up for a virtual clinic time here.
*No Clinic in December
VIRTUAL CLINIC FORM (Only to be used during the clinic).
Attend an In-Person Clinic
Tuscaloosa: Tuscaloosa Public Library
Every 3rd Thursday – No appointment needed, 3:00–5:00 pm
Selma: Dr. Michael and Catherine Bullock Community and Recreational Center
1428 Broad Street, Selma, AL 36701
First Wednesday of the Month – No appointment needed, 1:00–3:00 pm
Ask Your Question on Free Legal Answers
Alabama Free Legal Answers is a virtual legal advice clinic where individuals can ask an attorney for help with a legal issue. Volunteer attorneys respond through the website, providing information and basic legal advice without any expectation of long-term representation.
Pro Bono Month
The statewide pro bono celebration is scheduled for the month of October each year. Sponsored by the Alabama State Bar, the celebration is a coordinated statewide effort to showcase the great difference that pro bono lawyers make to the state, its system of justice, its communities, and most of all to the clients they serve. The month is also dedicated to the quest for more pro bono volunteers to meet the ever-growing legal needs of this country’s most vulnerable citizens.
The Alabama State Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program is funded by: Alabama Law Foundation, Alabama State Bar, Alabama Civil Justice Foundation, Legal Services Alabama and the generosity of the legal community.
