Pro Bono Lawyers and Attorneys in Vermont
Where to ask for pro bono legal services or a free attorney in Vermont, including legal aid programs, who qualifies, and other free or low-cost help. We do not recommend or rank lawyers.
Where to ask for a free lawyer or attorney
| Pro bono and legal aid programs | The Vermont Bar Association's Pro Bono/Legal Services page says VTLawHelp refers people to several providers, including the bar's Low Bono Projects, and directs readers to call or visit VTLawHelp to find out whether they qualify. Call 1-800-889-2047 to leave a message (Monday 8 to 1, Tuesday 12:30 to 7, Wednesday 8 to 1, Thursday 12:30 to 7, Friday 8 to 1) or use the online Legal Help Request Form. Most people should expect a response within about 5 to 10 days. VTLawHelp says "We may be able to help some people find a lawyer who may work for free or low cost." VTLawHelp: https://vtlawhelp.org/how-we-can-help |
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| Who qualifies | VTLawHelp does not state a specific income limit. It says "We may not be able to help you based on your income" and "We do not have enough lawyers to help everyone who asks." Staff screen each request. Source: VTLawHelp, How We Can Help |
| Cases covered | VTLawHelp says it cannot call back or give phone advice in areas including employment law, most personal injury and medical malpractice cases, taxes, Social Security Retirement, security deposits and workers' compensation. It also excludes defending a criminal case, traffic violations, legal issues outside Vermont, and legal help for a business you own or work for. Vermonters 60 and older can ask about virtual phone advice clinics. Source: VTLawHelp, How We Can Help |
Other free or low-cost help
| Free legal questions online | Vermont Free Legal Answers is "an on-line free legal advice service which allows you to post questions to be answered by Vermont lawyers," according to the Vermont Bar Association. Check eligibility before posting. Service: https://vt.freelegalanswers.org |
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| Does the bar's referral service find free lawyers? | The Vermont Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service, 1-800-639-7036, "provides referrals at no cost to you," and referred attorneys offer up to a 30-minute initial consultation for no more than $25. People who cannot afford a lawyer may be directed to another public service program or human service agency, if possible. |
| Free legal aid | Vermont Legal Aid and Legal Services Vermont work together to provide free civil legal help to low-income people who live in Vermont; eligibility depends on income and assets, and they cannot help everyone. Apply or leave a message on the legal helpline at 1-800-889-2047 (Monday 8-1, Tuesday 12:30-7, Wednesday 8-1, Thursday 12:30-7, per the site). The Vermont Judiciary's Access and Resource Center offers free statewide help (not legal advice). LSC lists Legal Services Vermont as its Vermont grantee. LSC grantee list: https://www.lsc.gov/about-lsc/our-grantees |
| Lawyer referral service | The Vermont Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service provides referrals at no cost to you; participating attorneys provide up to a 30-minute initial consultation for no more than $25. Call 1-800-639-7036 and give brief information about you and your legal needs, and the service will try to match you with a qualified attorney. People who cannot afford a lawyer will be directed, if possible, to another public service program or human service agency. |
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Last verified against official sources: November 4, 2026.
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