Montgomery Volunteer Lawyers Program – Montgomery, AL

Pro Bono Legal Assistance in Montgomery

The Montgomery Volunteer Lawyers Program (MVLP) is a vital non-profit organization dedicated to providing free civil legal assistance to low-income residents of Montgomery County. Established to bridge the gap in access to justice, the program mobilizes private attorneys who volunteer their time and expertise to help those who cannot afford private counsel. Supported by the Montgomery County Bar Foundation, the MVLP plays a crucial role in the community by ensuring that financial hardship does not prevent individuals from resolving critical legal issues. The program is not a traditional law firm but a network of dedicated legal professionals committed to public service.

Services Provided

• Uncontested Divorce: Assisting eligible clients with divorce proceedings when parties are separated and in agreement.
• Bankruptcy: providing guidance and representation for Chapter 7 bankruptcy to help individuals gain a fresh financial start.
• Child Support Modification: Helping parents navigate the court system to modify support orders due to changes in circumstances.
• Guardianship: Assisting with the legal process to establish guardianship for minors or incapacitated adults.
• Wills and Estates: Drafting simple wills and assisting with estate matters to protect family assets.
• Civil Disputes: Offering advice and representation in small claims, collections, and landlord-tenant disputes (private housing only).

Committed to the Community

The Montgomery Volunteer Lawyers Program operates with the belief that justice should be accessible to all, regardless of income. The program screens applicants for eligibility based on income and asset guidelines. Qualified clients are then matched with volunteer attorneys who handle their cases pro bono. In addition to direct representation, the MVLP hosts monthly legal advice clinics where residents can speak with a lawyer for free to get answers to their legal questions. If you are facing a civil legal problem and cannot afford a lawyer, the MVLP is a resource designed to help you. Please note that the program does not handle criminal cases, fee-generating cases, or traffic violations.

Program Location

The MVLP is headquartered at 458 South Lawrence Street, on the first floor of the Montgomery County Bar Association building. This downtown location is easily accessible and serves as the central hub for intake and volunteer coordination. By leveraging the skills of the local legal community, the Montgomery Volunteer Lawyers Program continues to make a profound difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable citizens.