The LGBT Bar Association of Greater New York (LGBT Bar NY) believes that the true test of any community is the extent to which it takes care of its members in times of collective struggle for justice, as well as in the seemingly ordinary struggles of our daily lives. To that end, LGBT Bar NY provides free holistic consultations and referrals across a wide spectrum of legal matters.
Free Legal Clinics & Direct Services
The Center (13th St)
Every Tuesday | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Intake: Arrive 5:30 – 5:45 p.m.
208 West 13th Street, Manhattan
Inquire at front desk for room assignment
Virtual Clinic
Tuesdays | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Confidential Remote Video or Phone
St. Luke in the Fields
LGBTQ+ Youth & Young Adults
Monthly Saturdays
During the Art & Acceptance program
Church of St. Luke in the Fields
487 Hudson Street, Greenwich Village
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of legal help is offered?
The clinic is staffed by volunteer attorneys available to provide general guidance and legal referrals, but not full legal representation. Each visitor receives a dedicated 15-to-20-minute consultation with our volunteer attorneys to evaluate their legal questions and discuss next steps.
Do I need an appointment?
No appointment is necessary for our in-person clinics. However, to ensure that you can be seen by an attorney volunteer, please arrive for intake between 5:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday evenings at The Center. Consultations are conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Who runs the legal clinic?
The LGBT Bar Association Foundation of Greater New York (LGBT Bar NY) is pleased to provide these pro bono legal clinics devoted to serving the LGBTQ+ community of New York City and beyond.
How can I get matched with ongoing representation?
While clinic volunteers do not take on ongoing representation at the clinic table, matters may be referred to partner legal services organizations or distributed through our Lawyer Referral Network to solo practitioners and law firms offering pro bono or fee-paying services.