Support Justice for Generations and the 900 Ferry Street Capital Campaign with your gift at www.givencw.org from Thanksgiving to December 31st. Bonus: No fees, and Monday donations could win an extra $1,000 to give!
CDCVAS is fundraising for the purchase and renovations of the 900 Ferry Street building. The total fundraising goal is $1,320,000.
Learn more about the capital project, FAQs, budget and goals here.
A 20+ Year History of CDCVAS
Gifts of Justice #1, 2022
Gifts of Justice #2, 2023
A Story of Success, 2024
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Need Legal Help?
If you are living in or have a case in Chelan or Douglas counties, call our office at 509-663-2778 to find out if you qualify for free civil legal help.
Are you facing eviction? Call the Eviction Defense Screening Line at 855-657-8387
OR call the Washington State Civil Legal Aid hotline CLEAR Monday-Friday from 9:10am-12:25pm. For best results, call first thing in the morning!
Toll-free call: 1-888-201-1014
Seniors call: 1-888-387-7111
More legal aid resources HERE
The Need is Great
Each year, the demand increases, and thanks to the generosity of donors and contributors like you, hundreds of families in Chelan and Douglas counties gain access to a brighter future.
Get Involved
Volunteer attorneys change lives and give hope to those facing intimidating legal problems. You can help someone hold their child again, keep their home, find relief from creditors, or even safety from their abuser.
CDCVAS is seeking volunteer attorneys, interpreters and clinic support to ensure that every person can receive the legal help they need in a way that works for them.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Our Mission:
The mission of Chelan Douglas County Volunteer Attorney Services is to bridge the justice gap by facilitating high-quality, equitable, and free civil legal services to people in Chelan and Douglas counties experiencing poverty.
Our Vision:
We envision a thriving community where every person has fair and equitable access to justice.
Achieving Our Mission:
CDCVAS accomplishes this mission by enlisting the help of lawyers throughout Chelan and Douglas Counties who are willing to volunteer their time on a pro bono basis. Volunteer and contract attorneys assist clients who have been screened and meet CLEAR/CDCVAS eligibility standards.
Who’s Eligible?
The potential client’s household must be low-income; AND the potential client must either live in and/or have a case pending in Chelan or Douglas County.
WE LOVE OUR VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS!
A special THANK YOU to all of our current volunteer attorneys who are dedicated to bridging the justice gap and improving the community by offering pro-bono legal services!
Volunteer Attorney
of the Month!
Read a statement from our board and staff outlining our commitments and progress towards greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Funding for Chelan Douglas County Volunteer Attorney Services is provided by generous individuals and the following foundations and grantors: