03 April 2020 at 08:00AM
VLSP Announces a Virtual Help Center to Provide Legal Information During Closures
Diversity and Inclusion
The Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County, Inc. (VLSP) provides “free legal help to low-income residents of Monroe County, New York who are facing non-criminal legal problems. VLSP's services are provided by 1,600 pro bono volunteers who donate their time and talent to ensure that low-income people have access to the justice system when faced with serious legal problems.”
From VLSP:
A Virtual Help Center is now available to community members who need legal information or have questions about court procedures in Monroe County. Individuals can access the service via a mobile phone or any other device that connects to the internet by visiting www.vlsprochester.org and clicking on the “Connect to Live Help” chat box. Legal advocates are available to answer questions and can provide information about how to file or respond to legal papers, find court forms, or notarize documents via videoconference.
The Virtual Help Center is currently open:
Monday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Please be advised, the Virtual Help Center is prohibited from giving legal advice and only provides legal information. If you need legal advice but cannot afford an attorney, you can apply for assistance online at www.legalhelprochester.com.
