Legal Aid of North Carolina is not your typical law firm—we are the nonprofit law firm for the state. As the largest nonprofit in North Carolina, we provide critical legal aid to the most vulnerable members of our communities. From aiding children, victims of human trafficking, and survivors of domestic violence to supporting seniors, veterans, and those affected by natural disasters, our work spans the issues that matter most to those in need. We are dedicated to delivering justice and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has access to legal help and support when it matters most.
We fight for families and protect victims of violence
- Secure protective orders for victims of domestic violence.
- Defend victims of violence in child custody disputes.
- Work with grandparents on guardianship cases.
- Fight for children’s rights in schools.
We save homes and prevent homelessness
- Stop illegal evictions.
- Save homes from foreclosure.
- Fight housing discrimination.
- Prevent illegal termination of housing subsidies.
- Help disaster victims who have lost their homes.
We protect income and ensure economic opportunity
- Recover illegally denied unemployment benefits.
- Advise and represent farmworkers in discrimination, wage, housing, and safety matter.
- Expunge old criminal records to pave the way to employment and self-sufficiency.
See the Difference We’re Making
Learn more in our Annual Report below. Visit our GuideStar page to view our 990s and learn more about our services and accomplishments.
Non-discrimination Policy
We do not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, or any basis prohibited by law. Read our full Statement and Policy of Non-Discrimination.