Heartland Pro Bono Council, Inc. is a nonprofit legal services organization that connects volunteer attorneys with low-income residents of Marion County, Indiana, who face civil legal challenges but cannot afford representation. Specializing in pro bono civil legal assistance, it operates as the Indianapolis office of Pro Bono Indiana, Inc., and stands out for its collaborative referral-based model and commitment to expanding access to justice.
The organization partners with leading legal aid providers—including Indianapolis Legal Aid Society, Indiana Legal Services, and the Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic—to identify eligible clients whose cases cannot be handled by those agencies due to capacity constraints. Heartland Pro Bono Council focuses exclusively on civil matters, offering defense-oriented services in areas like eviction and foreclosure, and strives to serve vulnerable individuals and families through the dedication of volunteer legal professionals.
Services Offered
- Divorce
- Visitation
- Adult guardianships
- Child guardianships
- Estate planning
- Small estate administration
- Landlord/tenant disputes
- Debt collection defense
- Foreclosure defense
- Eviction defense assistance
- Referrals to legal aid clinics
- Virtual eviction clinics (in partnership)
Services are provided exclusively in Marion County, Indiana, and all client intakes and referrals are managed through partner legal aid organizations. The council also offers resources and support for attorneys interested in volunteering, including forms, reimbursement guidelines, and training portals.
