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EspañolThe Eastside Legal Assistance Program (ELAP) provides free legal help and resources on civil legal issues to low-income residents in King County. Staff attorneys provide legal services to domestic violence survivors who have been referred to ELAP by a domestic violence program or other service provider. Services offered could include legal advice, help obtaining a protection order, support during court processes, referrals for additional service, and representation in court. ELAP also holds free monthly legal clinics in the county on a variety of topics including domestic violence/family law, housing, immigration, employment, and more. At the domestic violence clinic, they can help draft protection orders and provide one-time legal advice on divorce, custody, and parenting plans. Call their office to make an appointment at one of their legal clinics.
Legal Assistance
Included in this list are organizations that provide free or low-cost legal services to victims of abuse and others who qualify. Even if the organization does not have a lawyer available to represent you in court, you may want to ask if there is a lawyer who you can consult with to get advice. Please note that we list the organizations by the town/city or county where the office is located – however, many offices may likely serve multiple counties. We indicate the “counties served” whenever possible. You can click “View All” to look through the complete list of organizations. You can also contact law schools in your area to ask if they have a legal clinic.
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Eastside Legal Assistance Program
Family Violence Appellate Project
Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal representation to domestic violence survivors at the appellate level. They focus on cases where trial court decisions leave survivors and their children at serious risk of further abuse. Interpretation and translation services are available. FVAP serves everyone regardless of immigration status.
King County Bar Association Pro Bono Services
The Pro Bono Services department works with volunteer attorneys, paralegals, law students, and community members to provide free legal assistance to eligible, low-income King County residents. Legal advice and services are available in a various areas of law including housing, debt/bankruptcy, family law, and vacating criminal records. Their Domestic Violence Legal Advocacy Project offers direct representation in protection order cases and family law cases; for these services call 211 or ask a domestic violence organization to refer you. Interpreter services are available upon request.
Legal Voice
Legal Voice aims to protect the legal rights of women and LGBTQ people in the Northwest by providing extensive legal information. Their website offers publications and links to resources on legal issues affecting women and families, including gender-based violence, family law, and more.
Neighborhood Legal Clinics
The Neighborhood Legal Clinics program (NLC) offers free, limited legal advice and referrals to eligible King County and Washington residents with legal issues in King County. NLC provides free consultations of 30-60 minutes for civil legal issues with volunteer attorneys. They also hold legal clinics throughout King County for general legal topics, family law, debt/bankruptcy, and civil rights, which are listed on the website. Attorneys will determine whether the client has a legal problem, suggest possible options, and provide referrals if needed. These attorneys will not represent clients in court. To make an appointment, complete the online intake form or call their office.
Northwest Justice Project - Kent Satellite Office
Northwest Justice Project (NJP) provides eligible low-income individuals with free legal help including legal advice, education, limited legal services, self-help materials, referrals, and representation. NJP has several specialized programs that serve distinct populations such as survivors of domestic violence, Native Americans, farm workers, persons over 60 years of age, and others. In some cases, clients may be asked to help pay some of the costs of a court case, and this will be discussed beforehand. For legal issues in King County, call 2-1-1 to be referred to a legal aid provider or apply for services by completing the online application on the NJP website. Persons aged 60 and over can call CLEAR*Sr at (888) 387-7111.
Northwest Justice Project - Main Office
Northwest Justice Project (NJP) provides eligible low-income individuals with free legal help including legal advice, education, limited legal services, self-help materials, referrals, and representation. NJP has several specialized programs that serve distinct populations such as survivors of domestic violence, Native Americans, farm workers, persons over 60 years of age, and others. In some cases, clients may be asked to help pay some of the costs of a court case, and this will be discussed beforehand. For legal issues in King County, call 2-1-1 to be referred to a legal aid provider or apply for services by completing the online application on the NJP website. Persons aged 60 and over can call CLEAR*Sr at (888) 387-7111. This office serves King County.
Protection Order Advocacy Program
The Protection Order Advocacy Program is a program of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Program advocates provide free assistance to individuals seeking a domestic violence protection order and are available for in-person and virtual appointments. The program website provides information about the different types of protection orders in Washington and the protection order process. The website also links to the King County Protection Order Portal, which has tools, helpful videos, and resources for filing electronically for a protection order.
Protection Order Advocacy Program
The Protection Order Advocacy Program is a program of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Program advocates provide free assistance to individuals seeking a domestic violence protection order and are available for in-person and virtual appointments. The program website provides information about the different types of protection orders in Washington and the protection order process. The website also links to the King County Protection Order Portal, which has tools, helpful videos, and resources for filing electronically for a protection order.
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Northwest Justice Project - Bremerton Satellite Office
Northwest Justice Project (NJP) provides eligible low-income individuals with free legal help including legal advice, education, limited legal services, self-help materials, referrals, and representation. NJP has several specialized programs that serve distinct populations such as survivors of domestic violence, Native Americans, farm workers, persons over 60 years of age, and others. In some cases, clients may be asked to help pay some of the costs of a court case, and this will be discussed beforehand. Apply for services by completing the online application on the NJP website, or call their intake and referral hotline called CLEAR (Coordinated Legal Education Advice and Referral). Persons aged 60 and over can call CLEAR*Sr at (888) 387-7111.
