The Hub of Pro Bono in Philadelphia

VIP trains legal volunteers to represent low-income Philadelphians who need a lawyer but cannot afford one.

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Urgent Cases

Client being sued by debt buyer, PCA ACQUISITIONS, seeks representation in the Court of Common Pleas on August 5, 2026, at 9:15am. The complaint alleges Client owes $2,538.77 on a credit card from Synchrony Bank. Client acknowledges opening the credit card in 2020, but lost his job in 2022 and was no longer able to pay the balance. Client does […]

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Divorce

Case #25-0101224

Wife seeks representation for a no-asset, no-fault divorce. Client and her husband were married in Philadelphia in January 2014, and separated in October 2022. Client believes husband would consent to the divorce. Client would like the divorce since her and her husband have been separated for 3 years and she wants to make it official. Client does not wish to […]

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VIP leverages the powerful resources of the community to expand access to justice. Every $1 spent on VIP’s budget yields over $4 worth of legal services, thanks to volunteers contributing their time and talent.

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In stark terms, VIP is the agency of last resort for many of our low-income Philadelphia neighbors who face critical legal problems impacting basic needs and central relationships.

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From a Volunteer

It’s just you standing between an individual and something that can change his or her life.

— Amanda Pasquini

Impact Stories

VIP Volunteers Negotiate Settlement for Black-Owned Beauty Studio

January 2025

Desmond Connall and Damaris Walker of Ballard Spahr helped our client settle unfair late fees and move into a new space.

Remembering Lisa Ann Zolna

October 2025

"Lisa perfectly represented all that is good in the legal profession. More than her time or work product, she gave her heart to those she helped."