D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center

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Family Law Attorney

3.6(29 Google reviews)

901 4th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Information last updated October 22, 2026

Practice Areas

Immigration Civil Litigation Family Law

About D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center

The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center is an independent nonprofit organization established in 1978. It operates as the largest provider of pro bono legal assistance in the District of Columbia, serving over 20,000 individuals, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses annually. The Center's mission is to transform lives by mobilizing volunteer lawyers to offer free legal services.

The Pro Bono Center provides assistance through various clinics, resource centers, and programs. These include the Bankruptcy Clinic, Family Law Assistance Network, Housing Right to Counsel Project, and Immigration Legal Advice & Referral Clinic. The Center also offers legal assistance programs for nonprofits and small businesses, as well as a Future Planning and Probate Program. Additionally, it operates an Advocacy & Justice Clinic and a Consumer Law Resource Center. Through these initiatives, the Center aims to help D.C. residents avoid eviction, protect their families, and secure vital benefits. The organization is entirely supported by voluntary contributions.

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: Taiwo Adeniyi — Staff Attorney
Anitra Ash-Shakoor — Managing Attorney
Meagan Cooper — Staff Attorney
Paul Di Blasi — Managing Attorney
Bev Diaz-Kenyon — Staff Attorney
Janice Johnson Hunter — Pro Bono Support Attorney
Jenadee Nanini — Managing Attorney
Martina Watson Pickett — Staff Attorney
Murray Scheel — Managing Attorney
Ana Zaragoza Scoular — Staff Attorney
Amha Sertsu — Staff Attorney
Services listed: Nonprofit Legal Assistance, Small Business Legal Assistance, Bankruptcy, Family Law, Immigration Legal Advice & Referral, Future Planning and Probate, Advocacy & Justice, Consumer Law
Founded: 1978
Fees: The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center provides free legal assistance to individuals, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses through volunteer lawyers.
Offices: 901 4th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001

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

Hours of Operation

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Details & Amenities

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center located?+

D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center is located at 901 4th St NW, Washington, DC 20001. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center handle?+

D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center handles Immigration, Civil Litigation, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center?+

Call D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center at (202) 737-4700 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center well rated?+

D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center has a 3.6-star rating based on 29 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

5 reviews

Candice Wright· via Google
They don't help you with anything and I mean nothing. I really don't see the purpose of this program.
3 years ago
Chase· via Google
Get there before it opens and your experience should be good.
2 years ago
N adams· via Google
Excellent, She was very professional and had a mound of helpful information and guidance to help me. I see myself talking to her in the future
5 years ago
Ashley Early· via Google
These reviews are lies its hard to get help from them don't trust what you see, they are liars and i never gotten or seen or heard of them helping anyone , don't believe these reviews.
6 years ago
Allies Netwo· via Google
We are very pleased to receive specific and useful answers to our practical questions from Daryl! Thank you so much for your valuable guidance! You are very helpful! We appreciate the important services provided by DC Bar ProBono! Many thanks!🙏😃
7 years ago

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