Legal Clinics at CVRAN’s Office
About the Partnership
VLA and VAAP have partnered with CVRAN and the VT/NH Asylum Support Network to increase the geographic reach of immigration legal services across Vermont. Through this collaboration, regular legal clinic days will be held both virtually and at the CVRAN office, offering accessible, high‑quality support to immigrant community members. CVRAN's office is located at 115 Main Street in the Bethany Church in downtown Montpelier.
How the Clinics Work
A VLA attorney will be available for consultation appointments several times per month, which CVRAN will help schedule and facilitate. Clinic offerings vary based on community needs and the types of appointments requested. Formats may include:
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- General immigration legal clinics with 90‑minute consultations
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- Asylum application packet preparation clinics
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- Employment Authorization Document (EAD) renewal clinics
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- Other specialized clinics tailored to emerging needs
Anyone may request an appointment—you do not need to be a current CVRAN or VAAP client. We encourage community members and service providers to share this opportunity widely. In order to evaluate the demand and ensure equitable access to clinic appointments, we are currently booking people for one-time free consultation, not recurring meetings with a lawyer.
To initiate an appointment, please complete the VAAP intake form and indicate you would like to see a Community Immigration Lawyer through CVRAN. If you need help completing this form, please email us at clinic@cvran.org.
Who These Clinics Support
These clinics are intended for immigrant individuals and families residing in Central Vermont, including Washington County, lower Lamoille County, the Mad River Valley, and potentially clients from more distant areas.
Services may include:
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- Understanding immigration options
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- Preparing asylum applications
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- Renewing work permits
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- Navigating documentation requirements
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- Accessing legal information and referrals
These appointments are not for seeking direct legal representation, and individuals may be referred to the VAAP coordinated intake system. To ensure fair access for the broader community, individuals may not book recurring or repeated appointments.
Spread the Word
We invite community members, partner organizations, and local leaders to help share this resource. Increasing awareness helps ensure that individuals who need legal support can access it close to home.
For questions, contact clinic@cvran.org.