Pro Bono Resources
Overview
The Mississippi Bar is committed to ensuring that all Mississippians have access to justice, regardless of their financial means. Through partnerships with the Access to Justice Commission and the Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project, attorneys across the state are encouraged and empowered to provide free legal services to those in need. This section offers information, tools, and opportunities for lawyers who wish to make a difference by donating their time and expertise to serve Mississippi’s most vulnerable citizens.
Pro Bono Resources
Access to Justice Commission
Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project
Access to Justice Commission
The Mississippi Access to Justice Commission (MSATJC) develops strategies and provides resources to improve access to civil legal services for underserved individuals. Its site includes a courthouse directory, free legal forms, self-help tools, and guides for family, housing, estate, and employment matters. It’s a trusted hub for Mississippians navigating the civil court system without representation.
Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project
Since 1982, the Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project (MVLP) has provided free legal assistance to more than 40,000 Mississippians.