Connecticut Veterans Legal Center is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency dedicated to providing free legal services, representation, and consultation exclusively to low-income veterans across Connecticut. Recognized with a perfect Four-Star Rating by Charity Navigator, the organization stands out for its focused mission to empowering veterans by removing legal barriers to housing, healthcare, income, and recovery.
With a vision for all Connecticut veterans to thrive with dignity and self-worth, CVLC leverages a robust network of over 200 pro bono volunteer lawyers and maintains strong partnerships with clinical and community organizations. The center prioritizes serving vulnerable veteran populations, including those who are elderly, incarcerated, immigrants, or identify as LGBTQ+, ensuring tailored and compassionate legal support.
Services Offered
- Legal services
- Free legal assistance
- Legal representation
- Legal consultation
- VA benefits assistance
- Elder law services
- Housing-related legal aid
- Eviction help
- Healthcare access legal support
- Income support legal services
- Resources for incarcerated veterans
- Immigrant veteran resources
- LGBTQ+ veteran resources
- CT property tax exemption assistance
- Civil-legal resources
CVLC serves veterans throughout Connecticut from multiple offices, including West Haven, Orange, Newington, New London, and Rocky Hill, and welcomes referrals from clinicians and community partners statewide.
