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Legal Aid Programs
The Lawyer Referral Service programs operated by the State Bar of Michigan and various local bar associations are a good place to start if you want to find a lawyer. Many arrange low cost or free consultations of approximately 15 to 30 minutes as part of the initial service. Some individuals find the consultation sufficient to get direction or answers for the issues they face. After the initial consultation, if you wish to engage the attorney, you must make payment arrangements for services directly with the attorney. If you want legal assistance or dispute resolution assistance but cannot afford a lawyer you may be eligible for free legal services. All Michigan communities are also served by dispute resolution centers that may be helpful in certain disputes. To apply for free help or learn more, check with some of the programs below to see if you are eligible. The lists below
are formatted as PDF files. You
will need Adobe Acrobat to read them, which you can download free. Please click on the icon below. Legal Aid Programs and Services (programs throughout the state assisting individuals and families who have incomes near the federal "poverty" levels with various civil - not criminal - legal needs) Legal Services for Senior Citizens Non-Profit, Community, & Law School-Related Legal Services & Advocacy Programs (a collection of legal service and advocacy programs, helping individuals facing a wide range of legal issues) Dispute Resolution Centers/Mediation and Community Dispute Resolution Program Overview |
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