Mid Penn Legal Services is a non-profit, public interest law firm dedicated to providing high-quality free civil legal assistance to low-income residents and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault across 18 counties in Central Pennsylvania. As a cornerstone of the community, it stands out for its commitment to advocacy, justice, and hope, ensuring that vulnerable populations have access to essential legal support.
With a mission rooted in public service, Mid Penn employs a client-centered approach, leveraging a team of dedicated attorneys and volunteers to address a wide range of civil legal issues. The organization focuses on delivering results that tangibly improve clients’ lives, offering services through its Low Income Taxpayer Clinic and robust Pro Bono Programs. It primarily serves individuals and families facing economic hardship, as well as victims of abuse, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent access to justice.
Services Offered
- Civil legal services for low-income individuals and families
- Legal assistance for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
- Low Income Taxpayer Clinic
- Pro Bono Programs
- Driver’s License Restoration assistance
- Community resource guidance (e.g., food banks and pantries)
- Legal advocacy and representation in various civil matters
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Mid Penn Legal Services operates across Adams, Bedford, Berks, Blair, Centre, Clearfield, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mifflin, Perry, Schuylkill, and York Counties, offering support in multiple languages including French, Arabic, Russian, and Spanish. The organization has made a significant impact, helping over 21,000 people and handling nearly 10,000 cases in the recent fiscal year.
