Community Legal Aid Society

Verified

Family Law Attorney

3.9(44 Google reviews)

840 Walker Rd, Dover, DE 19904

Information last updated October 22, 2026

Practice Areas

Immigration Social Security & Disability Family Law

About Community Legal Aid Society

Community Legal Aid Society, Inc. (CLASI) is Delaware's oldest and largest civil legal aid organization, established in 1946. It is a statewide nonprofit committed to achieving equal justice through civil legal advocacy. CLASI provides free legal services to eligible Delaware residents, including individuals with low incomes, people with disabilities, those aged 60 and older, and victims of violence and crime.

The organization assists clients with a range of civil legal issues, focusing on practice areas such as housing, domestic violence, immigration, public benefits, family law, disability law, and elder law. CLASI operates through offices located in Wilmington, Dover, and Georgetown, serving individuals and families across Delaware.

CLASI's work encompasses both individual case representation and broader impact advocacy. Through individual assistance, the firm helps clients secure shelter, government benefits, educational and medical services, protection orders, and legal immigration status. Its impact advocacy efforts involve litigation, community education, and legislative and policy advocacy to address systemic issues and promote broader change. CLASI does not handle criminal or personal injury cases.

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: John Whitelaw — Advocacy Director, Managing Attorney, Elder Law Program and Public Benefits Unit
Daniel G. Atkins — Executive Director
Marissa L. Band — Project Director, Disability Rights Delaware
Tara Blakely — Managing Attorney, Sussex County Office
Jayce Lesniewski — Managing Attorney, Kent County Office
Megan Mahle — Managing Attorney, Family Representation Unit
Jennifer R. Pérez — Managing Attorney, Housing Unit
Gilberte Pierre — Managing Attorney, New Castle County Office
Sarah Spangler Rhine — Deputy Director
Kym Davis Rogers — Legal Director, Disability Rights Delaware
Mallary Willatt — Managing Attorney, Medical-Legal Partnership, Domestic Violence, and Immigration
Elizabeth Booth — Supervising Attorney, Disability Rights Delaware
Services listed: housing, domestic violence, immigration, public benefits, family, disability, elder law, Disability Rights Delaware, Domestic Violence Unit, Elder Law Program, Family Representation Unit, Housing Unit
Founded: 1946
Fees: CLASI provides free legal services to eligible Delaware residents.
Offices: Community Service Building 100 W. 10th St., Suite 801 Wilmington, DE 19801
840 Walker Road Dover, DE 19904
Georgetown Professional Park 20151 Office Circle Georgetown, DE 19947
Awards & recognition: Top Workplace Recognition for Ninth Time
Delaware "Top Lawyers" of 2025

Source: declasi.org · checked October 22, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Details & Amenities

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Community Legal Aid Society — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Community Legal Aid Society located?+

Community Legal Aid Society is located at 840 Walker Rd, Dover, DE 19904. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Community Legal Aid Society handle?+

Community Legal Aid Society handles Immigration, Social Security & Disability, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Community Legal Aid Society?+

Call Community Legal Aid Society at (302) 674-8500 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Community Legal Aid Society well rated?+

Community Legal Aid Society has a 3.9-star rating based on 44 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

5 reviews

Dorene Brown· via Google
Mrs.Hope and Attorney Mr.Cole Adams great experience and nice,polite need legal work such as power of attorney or AHCD I was pleased and relieved
2 years ago
Tanya Rullán· via Google
Never answer phones, I've been calling for over a year with the same case to try and get representation and the same excuse was that they had too many cases to deal with. And that's been their answer all the times that I've called in just a year span.
7 years ago
Susan Leavell· via Google
These people are absolutely phenomenal in the helping the citizens in the Dover Community. Thank you for ALL the help!! Expectations exceeded my every day assumptions! United Way funded, paralegals & lawyers are OUTSTANDING. May everyone there have continued successes, be Blessed in all you do! 🙏🙏 Thank you again!! 😊😊👍
7 years ago
Darren Blanchett· via Google
The Waitresses are very friendly. They greet you as soon as you walk in, and bring you your food and drink before you even know it. They have all the games on so you can either watch your favorite team or watch all the teams. They also have a pool table so you can play pool if you would like. You can't beat the atmosphere it is so wonderful I've been going there for two years now. It's a great place to go where everybody knows everybody it reminds me of the TV show Cheers. I give this place my highest recommendation.
6 years ago
Jennifer Nicholson· via Google
I can't speak highly enough for Community Legal Aid Society. Starting with Sandy, she was so friendly and professional, when I called I was so upset and she made me feel so much better. Kate was an awesome lawyer, I'm so happy and thankful she represented me. Everything went so smoothly and was so much better than I thought. I really want to thank them so much for helping me with a tough situation. I appreciate them so much!
2 years ago

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