Volunteer Legal Advocates Email Format
Legal ServicesDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
Volunteer Legal Advocates, based in Washington, DC, coordinates a network of volunteer attorneys who provide free legal representation to survivors of domestic violence, immigrant survivors of gender-based violence, and vulnerable children in dangerous situations. With staff support, volunteers handle protection orders, family law, and immigration matters, while also serving as court-appointed attorneys for children and running walk-in clinics that offer legal guidance, safety planning, and resource referrals. The organization operates within the legal services sector and seeks to expand access to justice at no cost to clients. It is described as a mid-sized agency supported by a core staff to coordinate volunteer engagement. In 2026, King & Spalding LLP partnered with Volunteer Legal Advocates to advance pro bono work in the District.