89501, Reno, Nevada Phone: 775.329.2727 Website: washoelegalservices.org Free Legal Answers – If you have a low income and are eligible for the program, you can direct your civil law questions to the American Bar Association. Volunteer lawyers provide answers free of charge. They will not talk about criminal prosecution. The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), the Policy Office, the Office of Legal Access Programs (OLAP) manage the pro bono list of legal service providers or the “List”. The list is published quarterly (January, April, July and October). The list is at the heart of EOIR`s efforts to improve the scope and quality of representation before its arbitrators, and it is an essential tool for informing individuals in proceedings before EOIR of the pro bono legal services available. The rules for qualified organizations, pro bono money transfer services, and attorneys to be included in the list are found in the Code of Federal Regulations, 8 C.F.R. § 1003.61 et seq. (80 Fed. Reg. 59503). For tips on how to find the right lawyer, questions to ask when hiring a lawyer, and how to avoid fraud, check out our free legal information.
of low-income families will have at least one civil law problem per year. National Disability Rights Network – Find one legal advisor per state for people with disabilities. The email should include an explanation of the requested change(s) and your contact information. The list is updated quarterly (January, April, July and October) and all update requests must be submitted at least 4 weeks before the end of the quarter in which you request an update. Providers whose application is pending or who are currently on the list must notify OLAP in writing within 10 business days if the provider`s contact information has changed, if any restrictions on the provision of pro bono legal services have changed, or if the provider is no longer eligible to be added to the list. See 8 C.F.R. § 1003.66. If OLAP is not notified, the vendor name can be removed from the list.
See 8 C.F.R. § 1003.65. Pro bono legal services are “unremunerated legal services provided to impoverished strangers or to the public good without any direct or indirect remuneration being expected, including agency fees (excluding registration fees or photocopying and shipping costs).” 8 C.F.R. § 1003.61(a)(2). The list may not be used by organizations or lawyers to solicit paid legal services. Everyone should have access to a lawyer to help them resolve legal issues. With a holistic approach, Legal Aid of North Carolina provides free legal assistance when people need it most, because everyone deserves a lawyer when their home, health, or livelihood is at stake. Find out how the Supreme Court`s decision in Roe v.
Wade influences your options and who you can call for more answers, support, or legal advice related to accessing quality abortion care. Visit our reproductive rights resource. Individual lawyers (also called lawyers) are experts in various areas of law. Some lawyers specialize in a specific area of law, such as: Economic, civil, criminal or juvenile law. You need to determine what type of lawyer is right for your legal situation. Once you`ve found a lawyer, ask about their experience, areas of expertise, and questions such as “How would you handle my case?” and “What do you charge for your services/what is your fee structure?” Immigration Legal Services – Look in your state for free legal service providers. for persons in immigration proceedings. The City Bar Justice Center (CBJC) provides free legal services to low-income New Yorkers through a variety of projects. CBJC also strives to give self-advocates the support they need to successfully protect their legal rights. For more information, call 212-626-7383, Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m.
to 1 p.m., or you can request help online by completing the online application. Pro bono programs match low-income clients with pro bono lawyers who agree to take on their cases free of charge. Monday Night Law — the legal advice program held on Mondays at the New York City Bar Association and other days at the New York County Lawyers Association — has been canceled until further notice. Please check here for updates on future program dates. We apologize for any inconvenience. Check out our Rental and Eviction Assistance Guide to find rent assistance and legal aid in your area. Armed Forces Legal Assistance – Find nearby military facilities with legal counseling offices. Legal Services Corporation (LSC) – Find legal help for low-income individuals and families.
NC Legal Aid`s team of lawyers, paralegals, social workers, staff and volunteers are dedicated, hard-working and resourceful. But they can`t do it alone. They need you to be with them to increase their service and support capacity. LawHelpNY.org provides legal information to New Yorkers who cannot afford a lawyer. LawHelpNY lists more than 600 free legal services projects and organizations with their contact and registration information, as well as more than 4,000 knowledge of your rights and self-help resources covering 16 areas of law. LawHelpNY.org is also available in Spanish. Upsolve – Find free legal help to file for bankruptcy.