Pro Bono Gateway
Please contact organizations directly to confirm clinics/events.
june 2025
13jun9:30 am2:00 pmLakeshore Legal Aid Clinics- Expungement
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Lakeshore Legal Aid is excited to announce two upcoming Expungement Clinics, multiple Family Law Clinics, and our Homes for Generations clinics. To make these events successful, we need dedicated
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Lakeshore Legal Aid is excited to announce two upcoming Expungement Clinics, multiple Family Law Clinics, and our Homes for Generations clinics. To make these events successful, we need dedicated attorney volunteers to meet with clients and provide critical legal support.
Each clinic offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact, gain valuable experience, and connect with clients in need. Your expertise can help transform lives and strengthen our community.
Please visit our Paladin website to express interest in a clinic or volunteer for a case. You can filter the list of opportunities to find your preferred clinics and cases for review. We can provide training materials prior to the clinics if needed!
Cases and clinic sign up links are located here: https://app.joinpaladin.com/lakeshore-legal-aid/opportunities
- Introduction to Paladin – Learn about Paladin and how it connects volunteers to meaningful opportunities. Link for Paladin instructions
- Pro Bono Portal Features – A walk through of the features available on the Pro Bono Portal via JusticeServer Link for JS instructions
- https://www.justiceserver.org/JusticeServer
- Step-by-step instructions on how to register for the portal. Link with instructions on how to register for portal
Upcoming Clinic Dates are listed below the clinics will run from 10-1 and request the volunteers arrive at 9:30 and plan to stay until about 2:
May 28th Pontiac FLAP
June 11th Pontiac FLAP
June 13th Dearborn Expungement
June 25th Pontiac FLAP
August 7 Dearborn Expungement
June 27th Dearborn Homes for Generations
Please either respond to this email or review the Paladin site for more information. We will follow up the week before each clinic if you register to assist.
Thank you,
Lindsey Basile-Goodlow
Department Administrator, Pro Bono Department
313-242-0811 x 1310
Time
(Friday) 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
13jun9:30 am2:00 pmExpungement Clinic- Dearborn
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is hosting three Expungement Clinic to be held at Dearborn and Southfield Offices, and we need attorney volunteers to meet with clients and assist in reviewing ICHATS
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is hosting three Expungement Clinic to be held at Dearborn and Southfield Offices, and we need attorney volunteers to meet with clients and assist in reviewing ICHATS and possibly drafting expungement applications.
We would also like the volunteers to explain the expungement process. If you feel so moved and want to accept the case for direct representation, we can ensure you have all you need to leave the clinic that day ready to represent the client fully. Or you can just commit to the clinic. Please visit our Paladin website to express interest in this clinic and volunteer. Feel free to also look at the other opportunities we have listed. We will Provide training prior to the Clinic if needed!
Cases and clinic sign up links are located here: https://app.joinpaladin.com/lakeshore-legal-aid/opportunities
Upcoming Clinic Dates the clinics will run from 10-1 and request the volunteers arrive at 9:30 and plan to stay until about 2:
May 9th Southfield
June 13th Dearborn
August 7 Dearborn
Please either respond to this email or review the Paladin site for more information. We will follow up the week before each clinic if you register to assist.
Lindsey Basile-Goodlow (LIN-zee buh-zil-GOOD-loh)
Pronouns: she/her
Department Administrator, Pro Bono
3200 Greenfield Road, Suite 130
Dearborn, MI 48120
Phone: 313-314-1500 ext. 1310
Fax: 313-429-7282
Email: lgoodlow@lakeshorelegalaid.org
Website: lakeshorelegalaid.org
Time
(Friday) 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
25jun9:30 am2:00 pmLakeshore Legal Aid Clinics- FLAP
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is excited to announce two upcoming Expungement Clinics, multiple Family Law Clinics, and our Homes for Generations clinics. To make these events successful, we need dedicated
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is excited to announce two upcoming Expungement Clinics, multiple Family Law Clinics, and our Homes for Generations clinics. To make these events successful, we need dedicated attorney volunteers to meet with clients and provide critical legal support.
Each clinic offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact, gain valuable experience, and connect with clients in need. Your expertise can help transform lives and strengthen our community.
Please visit our Paladin website to express interest in a clinic or volunteer for a case. You can filter the list of opportunities to find your preferred clinics and cases for review. We can provide training materials prior to the clinics if needed!
Cases and clinic sign up links are located here: https://app.joinpaladin.com/lakeshore-legal-aid/opportunities
- Introduction to Paladin – Learn about Paladin and how it connects volunteers to meaningful opportunities. Link for Paladin instructions
- Pro Bono Portal Features – A walk through of the features available on the Pro Bono Portal via JusticeServer Link for JS instructions
- https://www.justiceserver.org/JusticeServer
- Step-by-step instructions on how to register for the portal. Link with instructions on how to register for portal
Upcoming Clinic Dates are listed below the clinics will run from 10-1 and request the volunteers arrive at 9:30 and plan to stay until about 2:
May 28th Pontiac FLAP
June 11th Pontiac FLAP
June 13th Dearborn Expungement
June 25th Pontiac FLAP
August 7 Dearborn Expungement
June 27th Dearborn Homes for Generations
Please either respond to this email or review the Paladin site for more information. We will follow up the week before each clinic if you register to assist.
Thank you,
Lindsey Basile-Goodlow
Department Administrator, Pro Bono Department
313-242-0811 x 1310
Time
(Wednesday) 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
25jun12:00 pm3:00 pmFamily Law Assistance Project
Details
Receive free family law advice and brief legal services. Clinic is first come first serve until full. If the clinic is full or you are unable to attend but still need legal
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Receive free family law advice and brief legal services.
Clinic is first come first serve until full.
If the clinic is full or you are unable to attend but still need legal assistance, call the Counsel & Advocacy Law Line: (888)-783-8190.
2025 In-Person Clinics
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
January 8 and January 22
March 12 and March 26
May 14 and May 28
February 12 and February 26
April 9 and April 23
June 11 and June 25
Time
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
27jun9:30 am2:00 pmLakeshore Legal Aid Clinics- Homes for Generations
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is excited to announce two upcoming Expungement Clinics, multiple Family Law Clinics, and our Homes for Generations clinics. To make these events successful, we need dedicated
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is excited to announce two upcoming Expungement Clinics, multiple Family Law Clinics, and our Homes for Generations clinics. To make these events successful, we need dedicated attorney volunteers to meet with clients and provide critical legal support.
Each clinic offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact, gain valuable experience, and connect with clients in need. Your expertise can help transform lives and strengthen our community.
Please visit our Paladin website to express interest in a clinic or volunteer for a case. You can filter the list of opportunities to find your preferred clinics and cases for review. We can provide training materials prior to the clinics if needed!
Cases and clinic sign up links are located here: https://app.joinpaladin.com/lakeshore-legal-aid/opportunities
- Introduction to Paladin – Learn about Paladin and how it connects volunteers to meaningful opportunities. Link for Paladin instructions
- Pro Bono Portal Features – A walk through of the features available on the Pro Bono Portal via JusticeServer Link for JS instructions
- https://www.justiceserver.org/JusticeServer
- Step-by-step instructions on how to register for the portal. Link with instructions on how to register for portal
Upcoming Clinic Dates are listed below the clinics will run from 10-1 and request the volunteers arrive at 9:30 and plan to stay until about 2:
May 28th Pontiac FLAP
June 11th Pontiac FLAP
June 13th Dearborn Expungement
June 25th Pontiac FLAP
August 7 Dearborn Expungement
June 27th Dearborn Homes for Generations
Please either respond to this email or review the Paladin site for more information. We will follow up the week before each clinic if you register to assist.
Thank you,
Lindsey Basile-Goodlow
Department Administrator, Pro Bono Department
313-242-0811 x 1310
Time
(Friday) 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
27jun10:00 am1:00 pmHome for Generations Clinics
Details
Having title or probate issues with a family home? Visit the Homes for Generations Clinics! Location: 3200 Greenfield Rd. Ste. 130, Dearborn MI 48120 When: June 27, 2025 10am- 1pm. IT IS FIRST
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Having title or probate issues with a family home? Visit the Homes for Generations Clinics!
Location: 3200 Greenfield Rd. Ste. 130, Dearborn MI 48120
When: June 27, 2025 10am- 1pm.
IT IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
Time
(Friday) 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
august 2025
07aug9:30 am2:00 pmLakeshore Legal Aid Clinics- Expungement
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is excited to announce two upcoming Expungement Clinics, multiple Family Law Clinics, and our Homes for Generations clinics. To make these events successful, we need dedicated
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is excited to announce two upcoming Expungement Clinics, multiple Family Law Clinics, and our Homes for Generations clinics. To make these events successful, we need dedicated attorney volunteers to meet with clients and provide critical legal support.
Each clinic offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact, gain valuable experience, and connect with clients in need. Your expertise can help transform lives and strengthen our community.
Please visit our Paladin website to express interest in a clinic or volunteer for a case. You can filter the list of opportunities to find your preferred clinics and cases for review. We can provide training materials prior to the clinics if needed!
Cases and clinic sign up links are located here: https://app.joinpaladin.com/lakeshore-legal-aid/opportunities
- Introduction to Paladin – Learn about Paladin and how it connects volunteers to meaningful opportunities. Link for Paladin instructions
- Pro Bono Portal Features – A walk through of the features available on the Pro Bono Portal via JusticeServer Link for JS instructions
- https://www.justiceserver.org/JusticeServer
- Step-by-step instructions on how to register for the portal. Link with instructions on how to register for portal
Upcoming Clinic Dates are listed below the clinics will run from 10-1 and request the volunteers arrive at 9:30 and plan to stay until about 2:
May 28th Pontiac FLAP
June 11th Pontiac FLAP
June 13th Dearborn Expungement
June 25th Pontiac FLAP
August 7 Dearborn Expungement
June 27th Dearborn Homes for Generations
Please either respond to this email or review the Paladin site for more information. We will follow up the week before each clinic if you register to assist.
Thank you,
Lindsey Basile-Goodlow
Department Administrator, Pro Bono Department
313-242-0811 x 1310
Time
(Thursday) 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
07aug9:30 am2:00 pmExpungement Clinic- Dearborn
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is hosting three Expungement Clinic to be held at Dearborn and Southfield Offices, and we need attorney volunteers to meet with clients and assist in reviewing ICHATS
Details
Lakeshore Legal Aid is hosting three Expungement Clinic to be held at Dearborn and Southfield Offices, and we need attorney volunteers to meet with clients and assist in reviewing ICHATS and possibly drafting expungement applications.
We would also like the volunteers to explain the expungement process. If you feel so moved and want to accept the case for direct representation, we can ensure you have all you need to leave the clinic that day ready to represent the client fully. Or you can just commit to the clinic. Please visit our Paladin website to express interest in this clinic and volunteer. Feel free to also look at the other opportunities we have listed. We will Provide training prior to the Clinic if needed!
Cases and clinic sign up links are located here: https://app.joinpaladin.com/lakeshore-legal-aid/opportunities
Upcoming Clinic Dates the clinics will run from 10-1 and request the volunteers arrive at 9:30 and plan to stay until about 2:
May 9th Southfield
June 13th Dearborn
August 7 Dearborn
Please either respond to this email or review the Paladin site for more information. We will follow up the week before each clinic if you register to assist.
Lindsey Basile-Goodlow (LIN-zee buh-zil-GOOD-loh)
Pronouns: she/her
Department Administrator, Pro Bono
3200 Greenfield Road, Suite 130
Dearborn, MI 48120
Phone: 313-314-1500 ext. 1310
Fax: 313-429-7282
Email: lgoodlow@lakeshorelegalaid.org
Website: lakeshorelegalaid.org
Time
(Thursday) 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
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Pro Bono Award
Pro Bono Awardees are Detroit Bar members who contributed 30 hours of pro bono work from November 1 through October 31 by volunteering for the Detroit Legal Services Clinic or for one of the many pro bono opportunities listed on the Detroit Bar Repository. Awardees receive a certificate and an electronic badge that can be used professionally on their website, business cards, etc. They are also recognized at the annual Archer Award Gala in November.
The Detroit Bar Association does not provide any legal services and is not responsible for any acts, errors or omissions occurring during the rendering of any pro bono services through any of the agencies participating in the repository, and volunteer attorneys are advised to verify that their professional liability insurance covers any potential claims or that the participating agency provides professional liability coverage for the volunteers providing pro bono legal services through the programs of the participating agency.
Sign up to volunteer on your own time with our new Detroit Bar Association Virtual Legal Clinic starting in January!
Here’s the form to complete: Detroit Legal Services Virtual Clinic Attorney Volunteer Registration Form.
Through referrals from the Detroit Bar website, our collaboration with the Wayne County Third Circuit Court Family Division, the 36th District Court and other organizations, potential clients will be directed to complete an online intake form identifying their legal issue. The Detroit Bar Detroit Legal Services Clinic (DLSC) will then provide the information from the intake to you, as a volunteer attorney, so you can reach out to the client to schedule a virtual consultation.
Virtual consultations can be scheduled in the evenings, on weekends, or at any mutually convenient time for you and the client. The consultations can be held via Zoom, Skype, Facetime, phone, email or text, and should last no more than one (1) hour. We do ask that you complete a brief online summary of the service provided, similar to the in-person clinics, to assist the DBA in continuing to improve the DLSC.
This clinic is advice and counsel only, and you will have access to various resources to assist you during your consultation.
The Detroit Bar needs you, our community needs you, volunteer now!
FOR CLIENTS: Click here to schedule a virtual legal consultation.
Lakeshore Legal Aid Video Library
http://michiganlegalhelp.org/self-help-tools (Michigan Legal Help -- self-help resources by legal topic)
http://www.michigan.gov/mdch
/0,1607,7-132-4645---,00.html
(State of Michigan Vital Records Office)
http://www.law.msu.edu/clinics/rhc/resources.html (Tenants’ Rights Manual)
Landlord-Tenant FAQs and Reminders (Word Document)
ictcourt.org/ (36th District Court, which includes online case search which shows all types of cases, including traffic and parking tickets)
https://www.3rdcc.org/ (Wayne County Circuit Court)(allows access to Friend of the Court information, case search, and forms)
http://courts.mi.gov/administration/scao/forms/pages/search-for-a-form.aspx (compilation of Michigan approved court forms)
Pro Bono Clean Slate Expungement Contact Information (PDF)
Michigan Clean Slate Expungement Laws (PDF)
How to Create an Expungement Application (PDF)
National Pro Bono Programs from ABA
State Bar of Michigan Pro Bono Calendar
Return of In-Person Hearings – Landlord/Tenant Docket June 2023
Detroit Housing Network
Detroit Housing Resource HelpLine
Detroiters who have questions about property taxes, home repairs and evictions can now call a new hotline to be directed to resources.
The hotline — 866-313-2520 Mon-Fri 9am – 5pm
Michigan Legal aid Pro Bono Portal Launch Training - Password: 5J$sF#VR
Volunteer Training #1:
Your Guide to Friend of Court Services & Procedures / Passcode: #DetBar21
Docket Directive 2013-26 (PDF)
2021 MI Child Support Formula Manual (PDF)
How to Navigate the Wayne County Friend of the Court (PDF)
Volunteer Training #2:
Probate Court Training Webinar
Probate Court Training PDF Presentation
Volunteer Training #3:
Understanding the Covid Emergency Rental Assistance Program
CERA Powerpoint Presentation
Volunteer Training #4:
"Unemployment Benefits" Training Recording
Overpayments Slide Presentation PDF
Introduction into MI UI PDF
Volunteer Training #5:
"The Ethics of Pro Bono" Training RecordingHandout-Debt-Collection-Suits
Volunteer Training #6
"Consumer Protection/Debt Collection Issues" Training Recording
Debt Collection Suits Handout
Volunteer Training #7:
Eviction Law Powerpoint
Post-Presentation Survey
Volunteer Training #8
Training Recording - passcode: xu*y7%jN
Legislation Overview (PDF)
Project Clean Slate (PDF)
Volunteer Training #9
Training Recording "Clean Slate to Drive Legal Clinics" - passcode: %K6eIw9c
Volunteer Training #10
Training Recording "Navigating the Land Bank, How to Help Detroiters Purchase Homes and Lots in the City" - passcode: x@!0gfsk
Volunteer Training #11
Training Recording "Modifying Custody, Parenting Time and Child Support Orders" - passcode: %nk4U#EG
Powerpoint Presentation
Volunteer Training #12
Training Recording "Election Protection" - passcode: ik@TTd2B
Powerpoint Presentation (PDF)
Volunteer Training #13
Training Recording "Afghan Asylum Program"
Email to assist the program
I-598 Form
Other Resources
Volunteer Training #14
Training Recording "Pro Bono Volunteer Opportunities"
Volunteer Training #15
Training Recording "Wayne County Friend of the Court Free Child Support Event Training' - passcode: #*4*UZC5
Volunteer Training #16
Training Recording "Michiganlegalhelp.org as a Resource for Pro Bono Attorneys"
Volunteer Training #17
Training Recording "Volunteering at the Detroit Legal Services Virtual Clinic"
Volunteer Training #18
Training Recording "Automatic Expungements"
Volunteer Training #19
Training Recording "Serving the Community in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day"
Volunteer Training #20
Training Recording "Estate Planning for Pro Bono Attorneys"
Volunteer Training #21
Training Recording "Probate Training for Pro Bono Attorneys"
Volunteer Training #22
Training Recording "Family Law Training for Pro Bono Attorneys"
Powerpoint PDF
Volunteer Training #23
"Election Protection"
Volunteer Training #24
Training Recording "Wayne County Friend of the Court Free Child Support Event Training"
Volunteer Training #25
Training Recording "Transactional Pro Bono Service"
Powerpoint PDF
Volunteer Training #26
Training Recording "Serving the Community in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day"
Volunteer Training #27
Training Recording "Lakeshore Legal Aid Home for Generations Program"
Keeping Your Family Home PDF
Volunteer Training #28
Training Recording "Road to Restoration Program"
Road to Restoration PDF
Road to Restoration Clinic Training PDF
R2R Powerpoint Presentation
Eviction Cases - Help Needed!
To volunteer, contact Michelle Erickson
merickson@lakeshorelegalaid.org
313-242-0811 Ext. 1303
https://lakeshorelegalaid.org/pro-bono-legal-services/
Additional resources:
- United Community Housing Coalition and Michigan Legal Services hotline: 313.355.3352
- Lakeshore Legal Aid hotline: 888.783.8190
- Legal Aid and Defender: 313.967.5800
- Michigan Department of Human Services:
- Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency: 313.388.9799
- United Community Housing Coalition: 313.355.3352
ADM File No. 2020-08 (PDF)
CERA FAQs (PDF)
CERA Guidance (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions Administrative Order No. 2020-17 (PDF)
Guidance Issued in Conjunction with Administrative Order No. 2020-17 (PDF)
Landlord-Tenant Legal Counsel (DLTLC) Program
Application to Serve as DLTLC Attorney
Detroiters can get free estate planning, legal help to keep their family homes
Premier Providers
Detroit Legal Services Virtual Clinic Attorney Volunteer Registration Form
Provides pro se litigants advice on a variety of issues in all Wayne County Courts. Clinic is conducted on the last Tuesday of the month from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. on the 13th Floor of the Penobscot Building. The Detroit Bar Association provides lunch and free parking.
*This clinic is virtual at this time.
Lakeshore Legal Aid is a not-for-profit law firm providing legal representation for qualifying people with low-income, seniors, and survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault. Our practice areas include Family Law, Consumer, Housing, Estate Planning, Expungements, and Driver’s License Restoration. Lakeshore is seeking volunteer attorneys to assist clients via clinics, direct representation, limited scope representation, and special projects. To volunteer for a current pro bono project please apply online via the website or reach out to Lakeshore’s Pro Bono Director, Heather M. Herbert for additional information.
Lakeshore Legal Aid
Heather M. Herbert
hherbert@lakeshorelegalaid.org
248-530-9330, Ext 1705
Online Volunteer Attorney Portal -
https://www.justiceserver.org/JusticeServer/Home/Index
Since 2003, the Committee on Justice Initiatives (CJI) has continued to promote the effective delivery of high-quality legal services to all Michigan citizens, reducing barriers to the justice system so that it is strong, equal, and fair. The many accomplishments of the CJI over the past 14 years are the result of hard-working volunteers, dedicated to access to justice for all.
Pro bono attorneys can assist with providing initial advice and brief service at LAD’s office on a variety of legal civil matters and/or at outreach clinic. LAD provides direct hands on training, mentoring and support for all attorney volunteers.
Phone: (313) 967-5636
Provides free and low cost mediation and facilitation and relies on volunteers in many cases.
The WCDRC is in need of civil mediators to assist with busy court dockets in Wayne County, particularly at the 36th District Court. Volunteer engagements are currently being conducted using Zoom Videoconferencing. Domestic mediators needed for divorce cases, also being conducted on Zoom. Contact Zeina Baydoun via email for more information.
Sue Wilson, Executive Director WCDRC
swilson@mediation-wayne.org.
313-561-3500 ext. 311
313-561-3500
Recurring Opportunities
Helps low income taxpayers resolve their disputes with the IRS through written and telephone advocacy. Our pro bono attorneys respond to audits, file appeals, advocate for collections alternatives and represent clients before the U.S. Tax Court.
http://accountingaidsociety.org/
volunteer@accountingaidsociety.org
313-556-1920
Access Community Health and Research CEnter is sponsoring two new programs where volunteer attorneys are needed.
Victims of Torture Program - an intense outpatient mental health progam that helps survivors integrate back into their communities.
Victims of Crime Act Program - proivides services and assistance to more than 2500 victims since 2007, helping with mental health recovery.
Legal services for both programs include general legal advice and assistance in completing forms. Issues may include immigration, social security disability divorce and applying for victims compensation.
Volunteer attorneys will be provided training.
This is an ongoing opportunity. Please contact Meredith Steih
mailto:msteih@accesscommunity.org
313-550-2293 for further scheduling information.
ACCESS (Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services) has been serving the community for more than 47 years. Founded by a group of dedicated volunteers ACCESS was created to assist the Arab immigrant population adapt to life in the United States. ACCESS’ ability to assist, improve, and empower those in need rests with the support of the community.
2651 Saulino Court
Dearborn, MI 48120
https://www.accesscommunity.org/
Merideth Steih
msteih@accesscommunity.org
Phone: (313) 297-4533
Created by Mayor Mike Duggan in 2016, Project Clean Slate (PCS) is a City of Detroit program that provides free expungement services to Detroit residents, increasing access to employment, housing, and education opportunities. PCS needs attorney volunteers to appear via Zoom for expungement hearings in courts throughout Michigan. The average time commitment is less than two hours. To select a hearing, click on the link below. You will be prompted to create a free Smartsheet account, which you must do to view the hearing list.
The mission of First Step is to eliminate both domestic and sexual violence and to provide comprehensive services to individuals and families impacted by these crimes. Survivors of domestic and sexual violence can receive First Step services such as emergency shelter, crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, medical, housing, and legal advocacy, and referrals. Legal clinics and direct referrals are available for First Step clients. All of First Step's services are free, comprehensive, confidential, and accessible through First Step's 24-Hour Helpline at 734-722-6800.
Barb David
Volunteer Specialist
Freedom House Detroit is a temporary home for indigent survivors of persecution from around the world who are seeking asylum in the United States and Canada. Guided by our belief that all persons deserve to live free from oppression and to be treated with justice, compassion and dignity, we offer a continuum of care and services to our residents as well as to other refugees in need. We advocate for systemic change that more fully recognizes the rights of asylum seekers.
2630 W Lafayette Blvd
Detroit, MI 48216-2019
www.freedomhousedetroit.org
Marie Nelson, Senior Attorney
mnelson@freedomhousedetroit.org
(313) 964-4320 x 16
The International Institute is dedicated to working with foreign-born and with all Americans in the constant task of solving social problems, acculturation, education and acceptance.
Kaity Nicastri
knicastri@umich.edu
(313) 871-8600 ext. 235
The Joseph Project is a nonprofit organization that
connects human trafficking survivors with pro bono legal
services. It is inspired by the Biblical account of one of
history's earliest recorded survivors, who transitioned
from exploitation to empowerment.
Amanda Paletz, Esq.
Legal Coordinator
The Joseph Project
855.436.5020
josephproject.com
amanda@josephproject.com
info@josephproject.com
Latin Americans for Social and Economic Development, Inc. (LA SED) has served residents of Southwest Detroit since 1969. LA SED assists people of all ages with variety of services. . At LA SED, we believe that by work together we can make a difference.
4138 W Vernor Hwy
Detroit, MI 48209-2145
www.lasedinc.com
Mary Carmen Munoz
mcmunoz@lasedinc.org
(313) 554-2025
Founded by the Mack Avenue Community Church in 2010, MACC Development is one of the most innovative nonprofits in Detroit. MACC Development exists to seek the holistic revitalization of Detroit’s 48214 zip code, block by block, neighbor by neighbor.
7900 Mack Ave.
Detroit, MI 48214
https://www.maccdevelopment.com
Kimberly Chadwick
legal@mackave.com
313-732-9302 x3
Michigan Community Resources provides an array of services to support organizations that serve low-income communities. Our flagship program is the Pro Bono Legal Assistance Program. This leverages the support of volunteer business attorneys to provide transactional legal services to qualified nonprofits.
Clinic is conducted every 1st Tuesday of the month. The clinic runs from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. They also have volunteer opportunities in the office on a daily basis to meet client need. Please contact:
Erin Peets
Erma Yarbrough Thomas
313-937-8291
Free clinics are available to all Pope Francis Center guests on a rotating basis. This includes legal advocacy.
438 St. Antoine Street, Detroit, MI 48226
www.popefranciscenter.org
Anne Blake
Anne@popefranciscenter.org
313.964.2823
The Ruth Ellis Center is a Detroit area social services agency that serves the needs of runaway, homeless and at-risk lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth. Among their services are a drop-in center, Street Outreach Program, transitional living programs, and emergency housing shelter.
77 Victor St
Highland Park, MI 48203-3127
Ruthelliscenter.org
Krystina Edwards
krystina.edwards@ruthelliscenter.org
Phone: (313) 365-3325
The Southwest Detroit Immigrant and Refugee Center provides free and low-cost legal services to those who can least afford them. Issues include immigration, family, landlord, traffic and others.
Southwest Legal Clinic - 2826 Bagley, Detroit
Wednesday noon - 7:00 p.m.
Eastside Legal Project - 15491 Maddelein St., Detroit
Thursday - noon - 5:00 p.m.
For more information go to: www.detimmigrantcenter.com
To volunteer go to: info@detimmigrantcenter.com or call 313-437-1550
The Maurice and Jane Sugar Law Center for Economic and Social Justice is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing advocacy and support to poor and working people on important societal issues with national impact.
4605 Cass Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
www.sugarlaw.org
Tony Paris
tparis@sugarlaw.org
313-993-4505
Offers assistance for parties without attorneys. Must apply through website:
http://www.mieb.uscourts.gov/program-services
Melanie Beyers: (989) 894-8853
melanie_beyers@mieb.uscourts.gov
Suzanne Hert: (989) 894-8850
Limited scope legal services provided to low-income litigants representing themselves in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. The Federal Pro Se Legal Assistance Clinic is open every Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoon from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Please contact Rebecca Nowak to sign up.
Also in need of attorneys interested in veterans law work for records review at Detroit Mercy Law Veterans Clinic.
Rebecca Simkins Nowak, Esq.
Director, Clinical Operations and Outreach
Detroit Mercy Law
651 E. Jefferson Ave.
Detroit, MI 48226-4386
simkinrg@udmercy.edu
Phone: (313) 596-9409
Fax: (313) 596-9825
https://law.udmercy.edu/academics/experiential-education/clinics.php
The YWCA Interim House’s Mission is to empower survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault by helping them to realize the ability to control their lives. This includes legal advocacy referrals
985 E. Jefferson Avenue
Suite 101
Detroit, MI 48207
Ywcadetroit.org
Emma Peterson
epeterson@ymcadetroit.org
Phone: (313) 259-9922