Transfer on Death Deed (ToDD) Clinic

ALAt SALSA’s TODD Clinic, volunteer attorneys assist low-income homeowners in protecting their homes and securing generational stability by preparing Transfer on Death Deeds (TODDs). This legal document allows a home to pass to a designated beneficiary without the need for probate.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

-Meet with pre-screened clients during scheduled appointments

-Review basic property and ownership information

-Draft a Transfer on Death Deed for eligible clients

-Provide limited legal advice related to property title, as needed

What You Need to Know:

-No prior experience in real estate or probate law is required

-SALSA provides training materials, on-site support, and experienced mentors

-Volunteers are covered by SALSA’s malpractice insurance for the scope of the clinic

-The clinic is a limited-scope opportunity and typically runs half a day

Impact:

-For many clients, a TODD is the only way they can legally transfer their home to a loved one

-A few hours of your time can prevent a family from losing their home or facing expensive probate proceedings