Mission & Vision
Mission Statement: MVLS removes barriers to justice through free civil legal help, community engagement, and advocacy for equitable laws.
Vision Statement: Our vision is for a fair legal system that is free of injustice and equitably serves underrepresented Marylanders.
Free Legal Help

Am I Eligible?
See if you qualify for services based on your income and case type.
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Asistencia legal civil a los residentes de Maryland de bajos ingresos sin costo.
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Why Volunteer
Providing pro bono representation can make all the difference for someone who would otherwise face their legal issue alone.
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Attorneys and tax professionals can complete a short application to join our panel of volunteers.
Next StepsPro Bono Portal
Search available cases by legal issue and location. Take a case by contacting us directly through the Pro Bono Portal.
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Monthly Giving
Recurring gifts help MVLS plan for the future, and we recognize monthly donors as our Champions for Justice.
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Support MVLS through a sponsorship, donor advised fund, IRA, gift of appreciated stock, private grant, or other ways that align with your philanthropic goals.
Learn MoreCommunity Outreach is Critical to our Mission
Community engagement is identified in our mission because it a key element to our vision of a fair legal system that is free of injustice and equitably serves underrepresented Marylanders. Community partners are essential to our ability to connect, listen and offer support to the neighborhoods we serve.
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MVLS News

The Maryland Bar Foundation and Baltimore Bar Foundation Support MVLS’ Website Redevelopment
This past fall, MVLS had the realization that our website was no longer supported. We know that clients, volunteers, and Read More

“This is what we want” – The Ripple Effect of Legal Help
Part of our 2022 Annual Report Impact Series Photo Credit: Michael Theis for The Chronicle of Philanthropy By the time Read More
Events

A Taste for Pro Bono
Stay tuned for your save-the-date for our much-anticipated spring benefit event. Sponsorship opportunities are available now.
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