“Speak out for those who cannot speak, for the rights of all the destitute. Speak out, judge righteously, defend the rights of the poor and needy.”
— Proverbs 31:8-9
Ways to Serve with Christian Legal Aid
Find a local CLA clinic near you
Don’t let your lack of experience in poverty law issues deter you from serving. By virtue of having three years of law school training, you have a lot more legal knowledge and skills than the clients who need your help! The majority of Christian Legal Aid volunteers start with no experience in the areas of law in which clients need help, but merely begin with an eagerness to learn. As a lawyer, you have a fundamental understanding of the law and the tools to find the right answers. Please contact a CLA clinic near you to learn how you can serve Christian Legal Aid Clinic Directory
Start a New CLA clinic
If there is no existing CLA program in your community, consider starting one! Starting a clinic just requires a small group of committed attorneys (and other volunteers) who have a vision for serving the needy with their legal skills. We are here to support you through every step of the process. To start, please check out our Christian Legal Aid Clinic Start Up Manual for a general overview of the steps and logistics needed to open a clinic. Additionally, check out our list of Frequently Asked Questions about starting a new Christian Legal Aid clinic. If you are interested in starting a program, email us at [email protected] with any questions and to let us know of your interest. We are excited to work with you!
Support Christian Legal Aid
Our Christian Legal Aid program depends on the support of generous donors.