Ballad HealthAppalachian School of LawVirginia Tech
About the Medical Legal Partnership
Helping patients address legal barriers that affect health.
Legal problems can sometimes become health problems. Issues with housing, insurance, disability benefits, family matters, or access to care can create stress and affect daily life. The Medical Legal Partnership connects healthcare and legal support so patients can receive help addressing these challenges.
How we help
We work with eligible patients who may need support with:
- Housing and utility issues
- Insurance and healthcare access
- Disability and benefits support
- Family and civil legal matters
- Other challenges affecting health and stability
No cost for eligible patientsConfidential supportHealthcare connected
Our partners
Ballad Health
Patient referrals and care coordination
Appalachian School of Law
Supervising attorneys and legal advocacy support
Virginia Tech
Research, program development, and community collaboration
