Where can I find Affordable Legal Assistance for my Organization?

We The Action

We The Action
We The Action (WTA) provides pro-bono legal support for any 501(c)(3), (c)(4) or (c)(6) or strongly intending to be a 501(c)(3). 

The process involves the organization completing this short application form. After the application form is completed, a WTA staff member will reach out, via email, to schedule a background call and a short diligence review (from public records). This process usually takes ~ 1 week if the organization is responsive to WTA requests to schedule a meeting.

Please note: Organizations must have the call with the WTA staff member before their legal request is shared with the attorney network. Please make sure to respond to requests to schedule your initial meeting.

Community Economic Development Clinic – University of Denver

The Community Economic Development Clinic (CEDC) allows students interested in transactional law to represent nonprofit corporations, community-based associations and small businesses. Under the supervision of licensed attorneys, student attorneys assist clients with business law and community development legal needs. 

Fill out their application form to schedule a free consultation.

Colorado Attorneys for the Arts

Colorado Attorneys for the Arts (CAFTA) is a pro bono legal referral service connecting artists, performers, cultural organizations and creative business to volunteer attorneys. CAFTA also offers educational presentations, webinars, consultation clinics and resources.

Colorado Bar Association “Find a Lawyer” TOol

Licensed Lawyer is the CBA’s version of Find a Lawyer, LegalShield, or FindLaw. It allows members of the public to search for an attorney based on the issue they need help with. Think of it as an enhanced, digital version of yellow pages for lawyers.

*Legal Services found through this tool are not direct referrals from the Colorado Nonprofit Association nor are they necessarily pro-bono or affordable.

Member-Only Legal Pro Bono Opportunities

Pro Bono Legal Match Program

The Colorado Nonprofit Pro Bono Legal Match Program, is an initiative of the Colorado Nonprofit Association and the Colorado Lawyers Committee effectively matching nonprofits in need of legal assistance with volunteer lawyers who can help. Volunteer lawyers may only assist in transactional-type issues and it could take up to 2 months to be matched with a volunteer lawyer.

Participating Organization Criteria

  • Organizations must be members of the Colorado Nonprofit Association.
  • Organizations must attain 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status prior to requesting pro bono legal services.
  • Organizations must be located in Colorado.
  • Annual operating budget of $750,000 or less.
  • The payment of standard legal fees would significantly deplete the organization’s resources.

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Nonprofit Legal Audit Clinic

The Nonprofit Legal Audit Clinic is an in-person event where eligible nonprofit organizations are matched with volunteer attorneys who conduct a complete review of your organization’s overall legal health for free. They review your documents, assess potential problem areas, and address special legal issues for your nonprofit organization.

Please note that the Nonprofit Legal Audit Clinic CANNOT assist with litigation or matters that may lead to litigation.

Participating Organization Criteria

  • Organizations must be members of the Colorado Nonprofit Association.
  • Organizations must attain 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status prior to requesting pro bono legal services.
  • Organizations must be located in Colorado.
  • Annual operating budget of $750,000 or less.
  • The payment of standard legal fees would significantly deplete the organization’s resources.

Join us for our next Nonprofit Legal Audit Clinic on Wednesday, March 13th, 2024. More information coming soon.

Disclaimer

These articles, samples, and resources are offered for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice. If used, your organization should tailor samples to best fit the organization’s specific circumstances. We encourage your organization to seek appropriate professional assistance as needed.