Pro-Bono & Volunteer
Devote your time to NYC’s children
The Children’s Law Center (CLC) partners with law firms, attorneys, and other community advocates to provide pro-bono legal representation and volunteer support toward our mission of giving children a say in legal matters impacting their lives.
If you are a private attorney, law student or skilled professional, you can give your time to help children facing Family Court across the boroughs of our city. As a volunteer you might:
- Represent children in Family Court
- Work with our appellate and legal research teams
- Assist in community outreach
We will provide you with training and support along the way.
Pro-Bono Legal Work
We would love to partner with attorneys from law firms, solo practices and other industries to take on Family Court cases and contribute to impact litigation and policy advocacy. Time commitments vary, and we encourage you to discuss availability with our team.
Pro-bono attorneys may assist with:
- Custody & Visitation cases
- Child Protection & Domestic Violence cases
- Appellate work & Amicus Briefs
- Legal Research & Case strategy
If you are a lawyer – or a law firm – please get in touch today.
Community and volunteering
CLC welcomes community activists, professionals, and students who want to contribute their time to our mission.
As a volunteer, you might assist with:
- Community outreach and event management
- Policy & legal advocacy
- Fundraising & development support
If you have specific skills you’d like to contribute, please let us know when you get in touch!
Training & Support for Legal Volunteers
CLC conducts comprehensive training and offers mentorships and other resources to pro-bono partners, so that they can provide high-quality representation to child clients.
- CLE-accredited training sessions on Family Court proceedings
- Contact hours with CLC staff
- Access to legal research, templates, and case materials
If you’re working with child clients, you might benefit from looking at our “For Clients” section.
Stay in touch
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