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Volunteer Lawyers for Justice

July 3, 2026 by

Newark Community Resource

Volunteer Lawyers for Justice

AdvocacyTools & ResourcesWorkforce & Reentry

Economically disadvantaged NJ residents · All Wards

Volunteer Lawyers for Justice is a trusted partner in the Brick City Peace Collective — part of Newark’s coordinated network for community safety, healing, and opportunity.

About Volunteer Lawyers for Justice

Newark nonprofit mobilizing pro bono attorneys for free civil legal help, including expungement/reentry, family, housing, and consumer matters.

At a glance

Call:973-645-1955Website:www.vljnj.orgHours:Check their website →

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About this listing

Volunteer Lawyers for Justice is listed as a Newark community resource through HigherSelf’s partnership with the City of Newark Office of Violence Prevention & Trauma Recovery and the Brick City Peace Collective. HigherSelf maintains this directory as a free service so residents can reach trusted local support quickly.

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