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Rooted in the belief that justice is a right, not a privilege, Volunteer Lawyers for Justice (VLJ) envisions a New Jersey where people experiencing poverty have equal access to justice. Partnering with volunteers, we deliver free civil legal help that protects rights, expands opportunity, drives economic mobility, and strengthens communities.

In 2025, VLJ handled 2,062 cases, reaching 4,943 individuals, including 1,807 children. This record-breaking level of service was made possible by 24 experienced staff members and 600 committed attorney and non-attorney volunteers, who donated more than 6,700 hours of service valued at over $2.1 million.

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How We Do Justice Matters - Getting a Veteran Back on the Road

Rooted in the belief that justice is a right, not a privilege, Volunteer Lawyers for Justice envisions a New Jersey where people experiencing poverty have equal access to justice. That vision is brought to life in partnership with volunteers who deliver free civil legal help that protects rights, expands opportunity, drives economic mobility, and strengthens communities.

Thanks to VLJ volunteer Chris Vanderwolk, a veteran client is back on the road with stable employment and brighter prospects.

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Volunteer Lawyers for Justice Awarded $135,000 Grant from the PSEG Foundation

NEWARK, NJ — Volunteer Lawyers for Justice (VLJ) is proud to announce it has been awarded a $135,000 grant from the PSEG Foundation. $85,000 of the funding will support VLJ’s Veterans Legal Program (VLP), with the remaining $50,000 supporting VLJ’s other legal programs, ensuring more neighbors in New Jersey have access to the civil legal services necessary to achieve stability and economic mobility.

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VLJ National Volunteer Month 2026 Spotlight: Lisa Dellamura

Over the past 25 years, Volunteer Lawyers for Justice has built a powerful community of volunteers who generously give their time and talent to ensure access to justice. With April being National Volunteer Month, we’re putting the spotlight on a few of those incredible volunteers.

Closing out our month-long celebration, today we recognize Lisa Dellamura, Counsel, Trademarks & Copyrights at Merck. Lisa volunteers with our Divorce Program and PRIDE Name Change Program.

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