Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation
Legal ServicesGeorgia, United States51-200 Employees
Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation is a nonprofit legal services organization based in Atlanta, Georgia, that mobilizes volunteer lawyers to provide free legal and social services to low-income residents. It helps clients pursue safe and stable housing, secure fair wages, and escape domestic violence, addressing not only legal needs but broader barriers to thriving communities. With a presence at the Fulton County Courthouse and deep ties to underserved neighborhoods, AVLF meets clients where they are—geographically and personally—and delivers support that extends beyond courtroom outcomes. It is the largest provider of pro bono legal services in Atlanta, operating for more than four decades through a model that relies on volunteers and community partnerships. In 2026, AVLF was recognized as a Housing Retention Hero at the HouseATL Affordable Housing Awards, underscoring its efforts to sustain housing stability for renters. The organization operates within the legal services sector, combining legal representation with social services to help clients advance and thrive.