VLJ’s 25th Anniversary Pro Bono Challenge
25 Years of Service. 25 Hours of Pro Bono. 1 Mission:
Ensure Access to Justice
In 2026, Volunteer Lawyers for Justice (VLJ) celebrates 25 years of ensuring access to justice for people experiencing poverty. To honor this milestone, we are inviting the legal community, from old friends to new acquaintances, to join our 25th Anniversary Pro Bono Challenge.
By committing to 25 hours of pro bono service this year, you aren’t just celebrating our anniversary, you are protecting families from eviction, clearing paths to employment through criminal record expungement, and securing the futures of at-risk youth.
Why Take the Pledge?
Fulfill Your Professional Responsibility: 25 hours of pro bono service through VLJ qualifies you for the "Madden Exemption" from mandatory pro bono assignments (for NJ licensed attorneys)
Make a Tangible Impact: Just two hours a month can change a life (including your own!).
Full Support: VLJ provides training, experienced mentorship, and primary malpractice insurance for all VLJ pro bono matters. We’re in this together.
The Pledge
"In recognition of Volunteer Lawyers for Justice (VLJ)’s 25th anniversary, I pledge to volunteer 25 hours of pro bono service in 2026. I am proud to partner with VLJ to bridge the access to justice gap and uphold the rule of law for all New Jerseyans, regardless of their ability to afford an attorney.”
Pledge Submission Form
After submitting your pledge, please click or tap on one of the buttons below (depending on your volunteer status with VLJ). Have questions about volunteering with VLJ? Email Emerald Sheay.