What We Do

The Lawyers Clearinghouse provides pro bono legal services to guests of area homeless shelters and others in need, nonprofit organizations, and eligible groups seeking nonprofit status. We offer lawyers meaningful and rewarding pro bono opportunities. We also provide educational programs for nonprofit organizations and lawyers.

For Shelter Guests

We provide free legal services to shelter guests


Our Mission

To promote the development of affordable housing, reduce homelessness, and strengthen communities by providing pro bono legal services to nonprofit organizations and to individuals who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.


Legal Assessment Program

The Lawyers Clearinghouse is pleased to announce the launch of its new Legal Assessment Program.  This service will function as a preventative "checkup" for nonprofit organizations.  Volunteer lawyers will review and evaluate the corporate governance of nonprofits to identify and remedy potential legal issues, ensure that legal requirements are met, and suggest best practices for governance.  More information.

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We are effective and efficient.

On a budget of only $210k, we are able to provide the community with over 5 million dollars of donated legal services. The nonprofits that receive our services are then able to provide extensive services in their own communities.


24th Annual Meeting


Please join co-chairs Howard Cohen and Steve Nolan at the Lawyers Clearinghouse 24th Annual Meeting.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012
5:00-7:00 PM
Nixon Peabody, 100 Summer Street, Boston

More information.