Mass Law Reform Institute

The Massachusetts Law Reform Institute, also known as MLRI, is a nonprofit legal services organization. It focuses on the promotion of social and economic justice through advocacy, education and legal action. The organization helps thousands of low-income people in attaining basic human needs. The Massachusetts Law Reform Institute also protects people living in poverty from harmful policies and practices. The organization is governed by a board of trustees that includes attorneys and individuals who are eligible for legal service assistance. The board s responsibilities include fiscal oversight, program development and general support. In addition, the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute publishes advocacy guides on poverty law, campaigning reports, legal information materials, sample forms and letters for low-income people, as well as online legal resources for advocates and human service workers. It is located in Boston, Mass.