Qualified women/men can receive no- or low-cost legal help from a wide variety of organizations across the U.S.
Step2
You may be able to receive pro bono legal help with your divorce, separation, or child custody and support cases. Eligibility requirements vary, but may be based upon your income level, age, disability, ethnicity or the presence of domestic violence in your relationship. There also are programs, including those offered by private law firms, that offer services free of charge based solely upon the characteristics of your case. Thus, even if you doubt you may qualify, be sure to pursue your options before rejecting the possibility.
Step3
To find free or low-cost legal aid programs in your community,try to see if your local state courtwebsite has a list of places. You may also try your local probate court clerks office. Also try your state and local lawyer referral services, if any.