Practice Areas

Houston Volunteer Lawyers connects volunteer attorneys with low-income individuals who need legal assistance in civil matters. Whether you have a few hours to help or are looking for a more in-depth pro bono opportunity, there are cases that match a variety of interests, experience levels, and time commitments.

Below are some of the most common types of cases available. To view current volunteer opportunities, visit our Case Listings  page and find a matter that interests you.

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Our Programs
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Family Law

  • Divorce
  • Custody, Visitation
  • Support
  • Name Change

Housing

  • Landlord, Tenant
  • Homeownership
  • Real Estate Property (not Foreclosure)

Federal Taxes

  • Collection matters including Offer in Compromise
  • Audits and Examination
  • U.S. Tax Court Litigation
The LITC clinic does not generally provide tax return preparation.

Guardianship

  • Guardianship of a disabled child
    turning 18
  • Alternatives to Guardianship

Estate Planning

  • Wills
  • Transfer on Death Deed
  • Other Estate Planning Documents

Probate

  • Estate Administration
  • Intestate Succession

Consumer Law

  • Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA)
  • Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)
  • Texas Debt Collection Act (TDCA)

Veterans

  • Discharge Upgrade
  • Disability Compensation
  • VA Pension
  • Death Benefits

Criminal Expunctions and Non-Disclosures

  • Arrests, Dismissals, and Pre-Trial Diversion Programs
  • Deferred Adjudications
  • Misdemeanor Convictions
  • Juvenile Records Sealing