1. Virginia Legal Aid Society (VLAS)
- Services: Free civil legal assistance for low-income residents (housing, public benefits, family law, elder law, consumer issues).
- Coverage: Central, Southside, and Western Virginia.
- Website: vlas.org
- Contact: 1-866-534-5243
2. Legal Aid Justice Center (LAJC)
- Services: Focus on systemic advocacy and direct representation for housing, immigration, education, and workers’ rights.
- Coverage: Charlottesville, Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Petersburg.
- Website: justice4all.org
- Contact: 434-977-0553
3. Central Virginia Legal Aid Society (CVLAS)
- Services: Free legal help for housing, domestic violence, public benefits, and family law.
- Coverage: Richmond and surrounding areas.
- Website: cvlas.org
- Contact: 804-648-1012
4. Southwest Virginia Legal Aid Society (SVLAS)
- Services: Assistance with evictions, benefits, family law, and consumer issues.
- Coverage: Southwest Virginia.
- Website: svlas.org
- Contact: 1-866-534-5243
5. Blue Ridge Legal Services (BRLS)
- Services: Free civil legal aid for low-income residents in housing, employment, and family law.
- Coverage: Shenandoah Valley, Roanoke Valley, and surrounding areas.
- Website: brls.org
- Contact: 1-800-691-8387
6. Northern Virginia Legal Services (NVLS)
- Services: Legal help for housing, immigration, domestic violence, and public benefits.
- Coverage: Northern Virginia (Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, etc.).
- Website: nvls.org
- Contact: 703-778-6800
7. Legal Services of Northern Virginia (LSNV)
- Services: Free civil legal assistance for low-income individuals.
- Coverage: Northern Virginia.
- Website: lsnv.org
- Contact: 703-778-6800
8. Virginia Poverty Law Center (VPLC)
- Services: Advocacy and legal support for housing, domestic violence, healthcare, and consumer rights.
- Website: vplc.org
- Contact: 804-782-9430
9. Virginia State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service
- Services: Reduced-cost referrals to private attorneys.
- Website: vsb.org (Search “Lawyer Referral Service”)
- Contact: 1-800-552-7977
10. Virginia Free Legal Answers
- Services: Online portal for free civil legal advice from volunteer attorneys.
- Website: virginia.freelegalanswers.org
11. Virginia Victim Assistance Network (VVAN)
- Services: Legal support for crime victims (domestic violence, sexual assault).
- Website: vanetwork.org
- Contact: 1-888-887-3418
12. Virginia Senior Legal Helpline
- Services: Free legal advice for Virginians aged 60+.
- Website: justice4all.org/virginia-senior-legal-helpline
- Contact: 1-844-802-5910
13. Virginia Judicial System Self-Help Resources
- Services: Forms, guides, and tools for self-representation.
- Website: vacourts.gov/forms/civil.html
14. Disability Law Center of Virginia
- Services: Legal advocacy for disability rights (discrimination, access, benefits).
- Website: dlcv.org
- Contact: 1-800-552-3962
15. Virginia Veterans Services Commission
- Services: Legal and benefits assistance for veterans.
- Website: dvs.virginia.gov
- Contact: 1-800-622-5558
16. Law School Clinics
- University of Virginia (UVA) School of Law Clinics
- Services: Immigration, child advocacy, and veterans’ benefits.
- Website: law.virginia.edu/clinics
- William & Mary Law School Clinics
- Services: Family law, veterans’ benefits, and immigration.
- Website: law.wm.edu/academics/clinic
17. Pro Bono Programs
- Virginia Pro Bono Clearinghouse: vsb.org/probono
- Local Bar Associations: Check with regional bars (e.g., Richmond Bar Association) for pro bono opportunities.
Additional Resources
- Virginia Relay Service: Dial 711 for communication assistance.
- 211 Virginia: Dial 211 or visit 211virginia.org for referrals to legal and social services.
Note:
- For criminal cases, contact the local Public Defender’s Office.
- Many organizations prioritize urgent cases (e.g., evictions, domestic violence).
- Always confirm eligibility criteria (income, residency, case type) before applying.
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Statewide Hotlines & Immediate Assistance
1. Virginia Family Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline
- Services: 24/7 crisis support, safety planning, and referrals for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking.
- Hotline: 1-800-838-8238 (24/7)
- Website: vsdvalliance.org
2. Virginia Legal Aid Hotlines
- Statewide Intake Line: 1-866-LEGLAID (1-866-534-5243)
- Connects low-income Virginians to regional legal aid offices.
3. Virginia Relay Service (for Deaf/Hard of Hearing)
- Hotline: Dial 711 (free telecommunications assistance).
4. Virginia Veteran Crisis Line
- Services: Confidential support for veterans in crisis.
- Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1)
- Text: 838255
Legal Aid Organizations (with Hotlines)
1. Legal Aid Justice Center (LAJC)
- Services: Housing, immigration, workers’ rights, and racial justice.
- Hotline: 1-833-612-0866 (for eviction defense in Northern Virginia)
- Website: justice4all.org
2. Virginia Poverty Law Center (VPLC)
- Services: Housing, healthcare, consumer rights, and domestic violence.
- Eviction Helpline: 1-833-NoEvict (1-833-663-8428) (statewide)
- Website: vplc.org
3. Central Virginia Legal Aid Society (CVLAS)
- Services: Housing, family law, and public benefits.
- Hotline: 804-648-1012
- Website: cvlas.org
4. Blue Ridge Legal Services (BRLS)
- Services: Housing, employment, and family law.
- Hotline: 1-800-691-8387
- Website: brls.org
5. Northern Virginia Legal Services (NVLS)
- Services: Immigration, domestic violence, and housing.
- Hotline: 703-778-6800
- Website: nvls.org
6. Southwest Virginia Legal Aid Society (SVLAS)
- Services: Evictions, benefits, and consumer issues.
- Hotline: 1-866-534-5243
- Website: svlas.org
Specialized Hotlines
1. Virginia Senior Legal Helpline
- Services: Free legal advice for Virginians aged 60+.
- Hotline: 1-844-802-5910
- Website: justice4all.org/virginia-senior-legal-helpline
2. Disability Law Center of Virginia
- Services: Advocacy for disability rights (discrimination, benefits).
- Hotline: 1-800-552-3962
- Website: dlcv.org
3. Virginia State Bar’s Hotline for the Elderly
- Services: Free legal advice for Virginians aged 60+.
- Hotline: 1-888-838-8238
4. Virginia Child Support Helpline
- Services: Assistance with child support enforcement.
- Hotline: 1-800-468-8894
Domestic Violence & Crisis Support
1. Virginia Victim Assistance Network (VVAN)
- Services: Legal advocacy for crime victims.
- Hotline: 1-888-887-3418
- Website: vanetwork.org
2. YWCA Hotline (Statewide)
- Services: Domestic violence and sexual assault support.
- Hotline: 1-800-838-8238 (shared with Virginia Family Violence Hotline)
Self-Help & Referrals
1. Virginia Free Legal Answers
- Services: Online Q&A with attorneys for civil legal issues.
- Website: virginia.freelegalanswers.org
2. Virginia Judicial System Self-Help
- Services: Court forms and guides for self-representation.
- Website: vacourts.gov/forms/civil.html
3. 211 Virginia
- Services: General referrals to legal aid, housing, and social services.
- Hotline: Dial 211
- Website: 211virginia.org
Law School Clinics
1. University of Virginia (UVA) Immigration Law Clinic
- Hotline: 434-924-3737
- Website: law.virginia.edu/clinics
2. William & Mary Law School Clinics
- Services: Veterans’ benefits, family law, and immigration.
- Hotline: 757-221-3785
- Website: law.wm.edu/academics/clinic
Pro Bono Programs
- Virginia Pro Bono Clearinghouse: vsb.org/probono
- Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia: 1-866-534-5243
Note:
- For criminal cases, contact your local Public Defender’s Office (find via vadefenders.org).
- Many hotlines prioritize urgent cases (e.g., evictions, domestic violence, elder abuse).
- Confirm eligibility (income, residency, case type) before applying for services.