Volunteer HCA

Volunteer Opportunities

At Legal Aid Society, we believe in justice for all. But ensuring everyone has access to legal representation takes a team effort. That's where YOU come in!

Volunteers are key to the success of our legal clinics, community events, and the daily operations at each of our 8 offices. Law students, interpreters, paralegals, attorneys, administrators – all bring valuable skills and dedication that empower us to help more people in need.

By signing up to volunteer with us, you are making a difference in the lives of people living in poverty who are in need of access to legal help. 

Legal Aid Society regularly has opportunities for non-attorney volunteers in some of its local offices, especially from persons who can help with operational and clerical tasks. Volunteers may help answer the phone, handle general office work, translate and interpret, assist attorneys in gathering information and materials for their cases and on other responsibilities as necessary, depending upon the office’s needs and the experience of the volunteer.

Requirements to volunteer

  • be available for at least 10 hours per week
  • Be able to assist for at least eight weeks.
  • Depending upon the nature of the volunteer opportunity, you may be required to complete a criminal background check.

How to apply

If you are interested in volunteering, fill out our volunteer form below or contact the local office where you would like to work.

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If you are an attorney interested in volunteering with our Volunteer Lawyers Program, please click the link below to learn more.

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“I love volunteering because I firmly believe our society is held together by laws that must apply to all people equally. It strengthens our community, our democracy, and our society as a whole if everyone has equal access to justice under the law. The clients are grateful, and I get to make a meaningful difference in their lives.”

Melinda

Volunteer

“I volunteer with Legal Aid because I believe in giving back to the community where I work. Without this community, our office would not exist, so I give back every time I can. Serving at a clinic is a small task if we only go once a month-- but small tasks add up when more and more lawyers do it!”

Scott

Volunteer