Community Legal Services and Counseling Center (operating as De Novo) is a distinguished nonprofit organization providing free civil legal assistance and affordable psychological counseling to low-income communities. For over 50 years, it has stood out for its integrated approach to justice and healing, addressing both the practical and emotional needs of vulnerable individuals and families.
The center delivers high-quality, specialized services through a dedicated team of legal and mental health professionals, supported by trained volunteers. It focuses on serving survivors of trauma, violence, and poverty, with a strong commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. De Novo also extends its impact through community education and training for professionals and providers locally and globally.
Services Offered
- Free civil legal assistance
- Affordable psychological counseling
- Housing and homelessness prevention legal services
- Family law and domestic violence legal assistance
- Immigration law services
- Disability benefits legal assistance
- Forensic psychological evaluations
- Mental health counseling for survivors of torture, violence, abuse, and poverty
- Community education and training programs
- Torture treatment program
De Novo serves individuals and families with low incomes across Massachusetts, offering services in a inclusive environment free from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
