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Philadelphia VIP stands by its neighbors. Our organization inspires and supports attorneys to provide free legal representation for Philadelphians who cannot afford a lawyer and face legal challenges threatening their basic human needs: housing, family, income.

The Impact of Saying “Yes!”
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Case #21-0046708
Urgent 

Client seeks representation for a collections case in the Court of Common Pleas. Client is being sued for almost $6,000 by debt-buyer, Cavalry LLC, after defaulting on a Citi Bank credit card. In August 2017, client was in a serious accident which required brain surgery. Due to his injury and long recovery period, client lost his job as a truck […]

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Case #21-0046516
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Client seeks representation for a virtual custody hearing before Judge Mark Cohen on June 23, 2021, at 11:20 am. Client seeks sole physical custody of his 14-year-old son and 12-year-old daughter. Client’s children have lived with him since they were born, and up until November 2020, the children spent time with their mother only on an ad hoc basis. In […]

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The Impact of Saying “Yes!”

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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Our Impact

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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Small Businesses and Nonprofits

VIP provides free legal help for eligible local small businesses and nonprofits. Learn more about eligibility and apply online.

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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
Volunteer Spotlight

Mijrane Belizaire

April 2021

"Serving my VIP clients makes me proud to call myself an attorney."

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June 29

Virtual Training: Debt Collection Practice 101

Learn about the nuts and bolts of debt collection practice with Philadelphia VIP

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