Community Work & Awards
Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas (VLS) Partnership
Who: Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas (VLS), a nonprofit dedicated to providing free legal assistance to low-income individuals through licensed attorney volunteers. The Mendez Law Group proudly partners with VLS to extend family law support to our community.
What: Free, 30-minute, walk-in family law consultations that include (but not limited to):
Case reviews
Documentation assistance
Resource referrals
Assessment for potential representation through VLS attorneys
When: Every other Wednesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 PM (please check for schedule changes).
Where: Various Austin Public Library locations. Current team schedules and offerings below:
Richard York |Rotating between Austin Public Library’s Ruiz Branch and St. John Branch.
Will occasionally take on pro-bono/start-to-finish cases that are novel legal matters and extend beyond the clinic hours.
Why: Because access to justice should not depend on income. By donating our time and expertise, we help families navigate challenging legal matters, ensuring they feel supported, informed, and empowered.
How: Clients can walk into the clinic during scheduled hours or apply online through VLS. Spanish-speaking interpreters are available, and consultations are conducted in a welcoming, accessible environment. Our attorneys volunteer to review cases, provide legal guidance, and connect individuals with additional resources.
If you or someone you know needs family law assistance, stop by! Let’s build a stronger, more supported community together!!
Award Winning Services
Volunteer Legal Services 2025
Pro Bono Supporter
Through this partnership, we’ve proudly been awarded the Certificate of Recognition for Volunteer Legal Services and the Pro Bono Supporter Award, acknowledging our shared mission to expand access to justice.
By volunteering with VLS, we help ensure that every individual, regardless of financial circumstances, can receive legal advice and advocacy when it matters most. Together, we’re building a stronger, fairer, and more informed community!