Community Legal Aid is a nonprofit legal services organization dedicated to fighting for justice for low-income residents across Western and Central Massachusetts. It stands out for its unwavering commitment to providing free, high-quality civil legal assistance to individuals and families living in poverty, ensuring that vulnerable community members have access to the legal system.
The organization employs a holistic and client-centered approach, focusing on empowering clients through advocacy and representation. With a strong emphasis on pro bono involvement, Community Legal Aid actively engages volunteer attorneys and law students to amplify its impact. It primarily serves low-income individuals, families, and communities facing critical civil legal challenges that affect their housing, safety, and economic stability.
Services Offered
- Legal services
- Housing law assistance
- Public benefits advocacy (including SNAP benefits)
- Family law and domestic violence cases
- Consumer protection
- Employment law assistance
- Education law advocacy
- Health law access support
- Pro bono legal representation coordination
- Community outreach and education
Community Legal Aid serves residents throughout Central and Western Massachusetts, with services accessible in both English and via TTY/TTD for hearing-impaired individuals. The organization has a notable record of impact, including significant pro bono contributions and published annual reports highlighting client success stories and systemic advocacy achievements.
