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Welcome to Volunteer Lawyers Service (VLS)

For Charitable and Nonprofit Organizations

Volunteer Lawyers Service is a registered project of Pro Bono Law Ontario that offers free legal support to eligible charitable and nonprofit organizations in Ontario that otherwise could not afford the services of a lawyer. VLS matches community agencies with volunteer lawyers who can help with a range of services such as incorporation, charitable registration, board governance, contracts, or trademark registrations.

VLS operates on a continuous intake basis. Download and fill out our application form below. Need help with any application questions? E-mail or call us.

VLS also provides educational seminars and online support materials to help community agencies strengthen their business practices.

Take a Legal Health Checkup for your organization
Is my organization eligible for VLS help?
Get legal help now: Fill in our Application Form for organizations
Fact Sheet & Checklist Resources for Nonprofits and Charities
Commonly Asked Legal Questions

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