Volunteer in Maryland, New York at Maryland Legal Aid Inc

Maryland Legal Aid (MLA) advocates with and for Marylanders experiencing poverty to achieve equity and social justice through free civil legal services, community collaboration, and systemic change.

Since 1911, Maryland Legal Aid has provided high-quality legal aid to vulnerable, low-income people and communities, helping to remedy their civil legal issues and become empowered to overcome challenges, achieve stability and independence, and reach their goals. MLA also identifies and seeks to remedy systemic barriers. MLA’s core work includes eviction and foreclosure prevention, family law, children’s rights, consumer protection, securing public benefits, and access to healthcare. MLA advocates operate primarily through the courts, via individual representation of indigent clients, but also engage in impact litigation, public communication and outreach, and policy advocacy.

Through this holistic approach, Maryland Legal Aid serves to amplify the voices of tens of thousands of economically disadvantaged and vulnerable Marylanders each year and seeks to be a leader in the legal services field nationwide.

Volunteer Opportunities

MLA welcomes volunteers who are organized, dependable, service-oriented, and interested in supporting access to justice. Volunteer opportunities may include administrative support, client intake assistance, legal research, community outreach, and other program-specific assignments. Volunteer roles vary by office and program. Training, supervision, schedules, and time commitments are based on the needs of the assignment and, when possible, the volunteer’s interests, skills, and availability.

Application Requirements

Interested applicants must apply through Maryland Legal Aid’s online application system and submit the following materials:

• Current resume
• Cover letter describing your relevant skills and interest in volunteering
• References may be requested during the final interview stage

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Maryland Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MLA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MLA is committed to maintaining an inclusive, respectful workplace that reflects our core values and supports all employees, volunteers, clients, and community members.