About Us

Who We Are

Founded in 1966, Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia is a non-profit law firm that provides representation in civil matters to the low-income residents of Hampton Roads.  We have offices in Norfolk, Virignia Beach, Hampton, Williamsburg and Belle Haven.  Find a service office near you.

What We Do

Our mission is to promote the equal application of justice and remove impediments to fairness for the low-income and vulnerable families of eastern Virginia.  We strive to both meet the individual legal needs of our clients and to challenge systemic injustice and the root causes of poverty and inequality.  We represent many types of civil matters including landlord/tenant, public benefits, domestic violence, family law, consumer law, collections, estate planning, education and other civil rights and discrimination matters.  Apply for services here.

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    19 May 2025

    EmPower All Housing Expungement Clinic

    Attorney Janet James with Legal Aid in Norfolk has partnered with Empower All…

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    16 May 2025

    Eviction Expungement Workshop - Calvert Square

    Do you need evictions removed from your record? Join us Saturday, May 24 at 10…

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