Tulane Law Students Step Up to Support the Community During Tax Season

As tax season approaches, Tulane Law students are once again stepping beyond the classroom to provide vital support to the New Orleans community through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. 

The VITA Clinic offers free tax preparation services to individuals and families who might otherwise be unable to afford professional assistance. Since 1992, Tulane Law students have donated well over 14,000 hours of service through the program, helping hundreds of taxpayers each year navigate the complexities of filing their returns. 

Students assist with basic tax returns for eligible taxpayers, including individuals with disabilities, elderly taxpayers, and limited English-speaking individuals. In addition to serving members of the Tulane University community, the clinic welcomes local residents who meet the income requirements. 

2026 VITA Clinic Schedule and Location 

The Tulane Law VITA Clinic will operate every Saturday from February 21 through April 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Tulane Law School, 6329 Freret Street. 

Eligibility 

To receive assistance, taxpayers must meet one of the following criteria: 

• Earn less than $69,000 annually, or 

• Be a person with a disability, or 

• Be a limited English-speaking taxpayer 

 Clients should bring the following documents: 

• All tax documents (W-2s, 1099s, etc.) 

• Photo ID 

• Social Security card 

Additional documentation may be required for certain taxpayers: 

• No Tax on Tips: Statement from employer verifying tips earned 

• No Tax on Overtime: Most recent pay stub showing year-to-date overtime 

• No Tax on Car Loan Interest: Car registration and statement from the lender 

 For more information, contact the VITA Clinic at vita@tulane.edu.