VIP uses different thresholds to determine eligibility for different legal services. We evaluate your household’s gross income (line 6 on federal tax returns – before taxes), not adjusted gross income (after taxes).
If you’re a small business owner, your household income must not exceed 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines:
| Household Size | Limits for Small Businesses |
|---|---|
| 1 person | 62,600 per year |
| 2 people | 84,600 per year |
| 3 people | 106,600 per year |
| 4 people | 128,600 per year |
| 5 people | 150,600 per year |
| 6 people | 172,600 per year |
| 7 people | 194,600 per year |
| 8 people | 216,600 per year |
If you are a homeowner in Philadelphia looking for help with making a will (estate planning), your household income should be under these amounts (under 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines and 80% of Area Median Income):
| Household Size | Limits for Estate Planning Clients |
|---|---|
| 1 person | 46,950 per year |
| 2 people | 63,450 per year |
| 3 people | 79,950 per year |
| 4 people | 95,500 per year |
| 5 people | 103,150 per year |
| 6 people | 110,800 per year |
| 7 people | 118,450 per year |
| 8 people | 126,100 per year |
If you’re looking for legal help for yourself or your family, the process of getting help is slightly different. Please see the Get Legal Help page for details.