Shore Legal Access is a nonprofit legal services organization dedicated to connecting Eastern Shore individuals and families in need with volunteer attorneys, ensuring access to justice through free and low-cost civil legal assistance. Specializing in critical areas that impact stability and opportunity, the organization stands out for its community-driven, pro bono model that has served thousands since its establishment in 2006.
With a mission to make the law accessible and affordable, Shore Legal Access leverages a network of dedicated volunteer lawyers who provide representation, advice, and counseling. The organization focuses on serving vulnerable populations, including tenants, homeowners, veterans, and individuals seeking a fresh start, through targeted programs and legal clinics designed to address pressing civil legal challenges.
Services Offered
- Family Law
- Life & Estate Planning
- Housing (eviction defense, mortgage and tax foreclosure, tangled title)
- Debt relief assistance
- Criminal Record Expungement (acquittals, dismissals, probation before judgment, nolle pros, stet, nuisance offenses, some guilty findings)
- Legal advice and counseling through clinics
- Veterans’ legal services
- Holistic community resource navigation
Serving the Eastern Shore region of Maryland with offices in Easton and Salisbury, the organization supports clients through partnerships, volunteer engagement, and multilingual accessibility where needed, reinforcing its commitment to building a stronger, more just community.
