Georgia Legal Services Program – Atlanta, GA

Equal Justice for All Georgians

Civil Legal Aid for Low-Income Families

The Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP) is a nonprofit law firm with a mission to provide access to justice and opportunities out of poverty for Georgians with low incomes. Headquartered in Downtown Atlanta, GLSP offers free civil legal services to individuals who cannot afford a private attorney. While their primary service area covers the 154 counties outside of the five-county metro Atlanta area, the Atlanta office serves as the central hub for administration and houses the specialized Farmworker Rights Division. The attorneys at GLSP are dedicated to closing the justice gap, ensuring that income is not a barrier to fair treatment under the law.

The firm focuses exclusively on civil legal matters that affect the basic needs of their clients. This includes protecting victims of domestic violence, preserving housing, accessing public benefits, and ensuring access to healthcare and education. The Farmworker Rights Division, based in the Atlanta office, is particularly notable for its work representing agricultural workers across the state in cases involving wage theft, unsafe working conditions, and trafficking. GLSP does not handle criminal cases, but for civil matters that threaten a person’s safety or livelihood, they are a lifeline. Their work extends beyond individual representation to include community education and self-help resources, empowering Georgians to understand and advocate for their rights.

Areas of Service and Advocacy

• Family Law Lawyers: Assisting victims of domestic violence with Temporary Protective Orders (TPOs), divorces, and custody disputes to ensure safety and stability.
• Housing Rights: Representing tenants in eviction proceedings, fighting illegal lockouts, and addressing unsafe housing conditions to prevent homelessness.
• Public Benefits: Helping individuals access and maintain essential benefits like SNAP (food stamps), Medicaid, and unemployment insurance.
• Farmworker Rights: A specialized team dedicated to protecting the labor and human rights of agricultural workers throughout Georgia.
• Education Law: Advocating for students’ rights to ensure access to quality education and appropriate special education services.
• Health Law: assisting seniors and individuals with disabilities in navigating Medicare, Medicaid, and nursing home issues.

Headquarters in Downtown Atlanta

The Georgia Legal Services Program is headquartered at 104 Marietta St NW, Suite 250. This location places the organization in the historic Fairlie-Poplar district of Downtown Atlanta, near the intersection of Marietta and Cone Streets. The building is centrally located among the city’s legal and government institutions. While this office primarily handles administration and farmworker issues, it serves as the nerve center for a statewide network of advocacy. The location is easily accessible for staff and visiting partners, reflecting the program’s deep integration into the state’s legal infrastructure.

We believe that equal access to justice is a fundamental right, not a privilege for the wealthy. Our work provides a voice for the voiceless and stability for families in crisis.

Why Georgia Legal Services Program?

• Nonprofit Mission: A firm dedicated entirely to public service and social justice, not profit.
• Statewide Reach: Serving 154 counties across Georgia with a network of skilled attorneys.
• Specialized Divisions: Expertise in niche areas like Farmworker Rights and Elder Law.
• Free Services: Legal representation provided at no cost to eligible low-income clients.

If you are facing a civil legal problem and cannot afford an attorney, Georgia Legal Services Program may be able to help. Contact them to see if you qualify for their free legal assistance and take the first step toward resolving your issue.