Who We Help
GBLS provides free civil legal help to people who cannot afford to hire a private lawyer but need legal assistance to access the basic necessities of life, including housing, safe job conditions, immigration assistance, and protection from domestic violence.
We serve community members including seniors, veterans, people with disabilities, families with children, immigrants, and others facing urgent legal challenges.
GBLS advocates provide legal representation and advice to our clients, fighting for safe housing, financial stability, immigrant protections, family safety, and more. Explore all of our service areas.
GBLS works to improve laws and strengthen protections for the communities we serve. Learn how our advocacy work helps drive systemic change.
GBLS' attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals work alongside communities to improve lives. Explore our open positions.
Help GBLS strengthen our community across Greater Boston. Your gift ensures that individuals and families facing crisis have a trusted advocate by their side.
Justice takes a community. There are many ways to support GBLS and expand access to civil legal aid across Massachusetts.
Client Voices: Discover the Impact of GBLS
Meet the families and individuals who are part of the GBLS community and whose lives have improved after receiving legal advocacy and support.
In the Community. In the Courts. In the News.
Stay informed about our legal victories and policy advocacy, community partnerships, impact reports, and upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
Our Partners
