Get Involved

DONATE TO EXPAND ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE LEGAL SERVICES

Donate now or become a monthly supporter! For every dollar donated, $.89 goes back to programming. There are several ways to give:

VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME OR TALENTS

Whether you are a skilled musician, photographer, communications expert, or can offer translation/interpreter help, every volunteer is greatly needed and appreciated.

BECOME A CORPORATE PARTNER

By partnering with CLA, you are giving back to our community by supporting our mission. Every partner benefits from recognition in the community through our events and marketing opportunities.

EXTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES at CHARLESTON LEGAL ACCESS

Applications are only accepted during the following periods:

  • Fall Semester: Due by July 15

  • Spring Semester: Due by December 15

  • Summer Semester: Due by April 15

Please do not inquire or submit applications outside of these timeframes.


General Externship 
The General Extern will support CLA attorneys in providing sliding-scale legal services to low- and moderate-income clients across a broad range of civil matters, including housing, family law, probate, wage theft, immigration and more.

Externs will conduct initial intake interviews, screen for eligibility, gather relevant facts, and assess case merits. They will maintain records in CLA’s database, follow up with potential clients, and report findings to supervising attorneys. Additional responsibilities include legal research, drafting pleadings and discovery, preparing court filings, and attending client meetings and court proceedings.

This is a valuable opportunity for students interested in public interest law and gaining experience across multiple practice areas.


Housing Externship 
The Housing Extern will support CLA attorneys with Housing Court activities in Berkeley and Dorchester Counties. Externs will gain hands-on experience with eviction proceedings, housing law, and access to justice by assisting with client intake, court hearings, and case management.

Responsibilities include screening clients, attending court, maintaining case records, conducting legal research, and tracking outcomes. Externs may also join client meetings, consultations, and community events.

This is a great opportunity for students interested in public interest law and housing justice.


To apply for either opportunity:
Submit resume, cover letter, unofficial transcript, and your available hours to mary@charlestonlegalaccess.org

Please address cover letter to:
Charleston Legal Access 
Mary Vosburgh, Esq.
1816 Success St., Building A, Suite 102
North Charleston, SC 29405

CREATE A FUNDRAISER

By creating a fundraiser for CLA, you will help individuals with modest means who do not qualify for free legal aid but cannot afford a private attorney, and you'll help your friends feel good about supporting a great cause!

HOST A CLA HOUSE PARTY

Rally your friends, family, and network to support CLA. Host a party at your house where CLA can share more about their mission with your network!

FACEBOOK FUNDRAISER

Celebrate your birthday by helping others! Dedicate your Facebook birthday fundraiser to Charleston Legal Access.

Have an idea for how to support that you don’t see listed?

Connect with Rachael Hochberg, Director of Development, to see how we can incorporate your ideas!