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Aug 6
1 min

Non-Parent Seeking Custody?

For individuals seeking custody of a minor, beginning the Non-Parent Custody (3rd Party Custody) process can be overwhelming. The SCBA Vo...

Facing Eviction? Apply for Assistance Through the VLP's Eviction Defense Project

VLP

Jun 15
1 min

Facing Eviction? Apply for Assistance Through the VLP's Eviction Defense Project

Learn about the VLP's Eviction Defense Project and how to apply.

Free Legal Education Videos Now Available Online!

VLP

Jun 9
2 min

Free Legal Education Videos Now Available Online!

The VLP is pleased to announce that legal educational videos are now available for free online. The creation of these videos was made pos...

You're Invited! Justice Breakfast: A Crucial Fundraiser for the SCBA VLP

VLP

Jun 8
1 min

You're Invited! Justice Breakfast: A Crucial Fundraiser for the SCBA VLP

You are cordially invited to the Spokane Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Program’s annual Justice Breakfast. This year, instead of gath...

VLP

Apr 14
1 min

VLP Forms Sales - Now Online!

When the VLP schedules clients for clinics, we ask that they have their paperwork prepared, because this allows our volunteer attorneys t...

COVID-19: What You Need to Know about the Eviction Moratorium

VLP

Apr 3
2 min

COVID-19: What You Need to Know about the Eviction Moratorium

Important information regarding Washington State's eviction moratorium.

VLP

Mar 31
3 min

COVID-19 Family Law Information

Important Information from the Spokane County Superior Court regarding Family Law Orders during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spokane County Bar Association Legal Tools to Navigate COVID-19

VLP

Mar 24
2 min

Spokane County Bar Association Legal Tools to Navigate COVID-19

The Spokane County Bar Assocation Elder, Disability, Estate Planning Section offers easy steps to put your mind at rest.

VLP

Feb 14
3 min

Serving Legal Documents

An overview of Spokane County's methods for serving legal documents.

VLP

Dec 6, 2019
2 min

Wedding Bells

Don't want to spend the time, effort, and money it often takes to plan a traditional wedding ceremony? Consider a courthouse wedding!

What to Expect when You're Expecting a New Name

VLP

Nov 16, 2019
2 min

What to Expect when You're Expecting a New Name

An outline of an Adult Name Change hearing.

VLP

Nov 8, 2019
2 min

Divorce: A Step by Step Guide

Getting a divorce (also called dissolution) is stressful and can be complicated. Knowing the process can make things go smoother...

Guest Contributor

Oct 25, 2019
2 min

A Helping Hand

"The first time I met with the volunteer was the first time in a long time that I felt hope, and I knew I would make it through this."

It's Pro Bono Week! - Join us next year for more fun!

VLP

Oct 21, 2019
1 min

It's Pro Bono Week! - Join us next year for more fun!

The VLP is celebrating Pro Bono Week with games, challenges, and more! Each activity you complete enters you into a drawing for a gift card.

VLP

Oct 18, 2019
1 min

A Snippet of History

Pro Bono Week: Where it came from and why it's important

VLP

Oct 11, 2019
1 min

It's Pro Bono Month!

October is dedicated to acknowledging the need for pro bono services and refocusing on assisting those who don't have access to legal...

VLP

Oct 4, 2019
1 min

Superior Court

Superior Court is the top level of the county court system. Superior Court is a court of general jurisdiction...

VLP

Sep 27, 2019
1 min

District Court

District Court is the mid-level court in the county court system. This court is a court of limited jurisdiction...

VLP

Sep 20, 2019
1 min

So Many Courts

The county court system is made up of three different courts – Municipal, District, and Superior Courts. Learn more about the courts.

VLP

Sep 20, 2019
1 min

Municipal Court

Municipal court is the lowest court in the county court system. This court hears violations of municipal or city ordinances.

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