Legal Services

In the wise words of Martin Luther King Jr., “Power at its best is love implementing the demands of justice, and justice at its best is power correcting everything that stands against love.”

The Mission Waco Legal Assistance Program (MWLAP) was founded in 2012 to help remove legal barriers by providing access to affordable legal services for those who are unable to afford a private attorney. MWLAP has since served over 1,000 individuals and families through direct legal advice and free monthly legal advice clinics. Client advocates help connect applicants to other necessary social services and support the community in the creation of lasting solutions to systemic problems.

MWLAP exists to provide affordable, compassionate, holistic and community-driven legal services to individuals and families who are low-income and marginalized, in order to promote an increased quality of life for all people. We offer the following services:

• First Thursday Legal Clinic: Our free legal advice clinic for low-income individuals where applicants meet with volunteer attorneys for 30-minute consultations. This typically takes place on the first Thursday morning of each month at 10:00 a.m. During the summer months of June, July, and August, our clinic will take place on the first Thursday evening of each month at 6:00 p.m., rather than in the morning. Appointments are strongly encouraged to ensure availability of service. Please be aware that if you do not make an appointment, you might not be able to speak with an attorney at this time. Availability for this consultation will depend on the number of applicants on that day, the complexity of your case, and the availability of volunteer attorneys.
• Appointments: Personalized appointments where applicants meet with volunteer attorneys for 30-minute consultations. These appointments are offered alongside the clinic on the first Thursday of each month. Appointments can be scheduled outside of clinic hours with in person and virtual options.  To make an appointment, please call our office at (254) 753-4900 extension 305, or fill out this Legal Intake Form to have a volunteer attorney contact you.

• Holistic Advocacy: Social workers and community advocates are available to help with applicants’ other needs as they come.

Please note: Our volunteer attorneys provide applicants with free legal advice, guidance, and help in connecting with additional resources, if applicable. However, our attorneys cannot represent applicants in their legal matters.

Compelled by the teachings and love of Jesus Christ, Mission Waco Legal Assistance Program serves and empowers people in need regardless of race, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation or national origin.

For interest in legal services, please submit the intake form above. Alternatively, please call Melinda Page, Lead Volunteer, at (254) 753-4900 extension 305 to discuss our legal services.

MWLAP is located at the Meyer Center. Learn more about the Meyer Center's other programs here.

1226 Washington Avenue

Waco, Texas 76707