How to Find Legal Aid

You're having legal difficulties and you can't afford a lawyer. You don't have to give up without a legal fight. There are lawyers who can help you. Legal aid agencies help individuals who need legal representation. Follow these steps and find legal aid near you.

Instructions

1. Calculate your income. Legal aid is for people who can't afford a lawyer. Find your income level to determine if you fall into the income bracket. Legal aid helps those with low income levels.

2. Talk to others in similar situations. Find a support group and speak to others who understand how you feel. Ask for advice and tips for finding legal aid for your particular circumstances.

3. Check your local phone book. Look in the yellow pages under legal, law or lawyer. Look for legal aid. Check the local government section of the phone book. Some phone books have a special section for government agencies.

4. Call a lawyer. Ask for a free consultation. Some lawyers give you an hour free. You can also ask the lawyer for the name of a legal aid representative or lawyer.

5. Check your local court house or police station. Ask for the number of legal aid. Officials connected to the law often have information available if legal representation is a right in your country.

6. Ask a social worker or case worker. Check with workers compensation or your doctor if you have a legal medical concern. All of these social organizations are connected in some way so those in charge often have the numbers of connected agencies.

7. Search online for maps and directions to your local legal aid organization. You can also find online support groups, web sites and phone books. You can look for help online without even leaving your house.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure the legal advice you get pertains to your country, state or province.

Resources

• This is the site for legal aid Ontario, Canada.
• This is the American legal services site.