LSC-Funded Legal Aid Organizations
128 organizations across 51 states. Free civil legal assistance for low-income Americans, funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
About This Category
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) is the single largest funder of civil legal aid in the United States. LSC-funded organizations provide free legal representation to low-income individuals in civil matters including foreclosure defense, debt collection defense, housing disputes, public benefits, family law, and consumer protection. They do not handle criminal cases.
Certification
Each organization receives federal funding through LSC competitive grants under the Legal Services Corporation Act (42 U.S.C. § 2996). Grantees must serve clients at or below 125% of the federal poverty level. Services are provided at no cost to eligible clients.
Who Should Use This
Low-income individuals facing foreclosure who need legal representation, anyone being sued by debt collectors, tenants facing eviction, people with consumer protection issues, or anyone who needs a lawyer but cannot afford one. Call to ask about income eligibility.
Jump to State
Alabama (1)
Legal Services Alabama, Inc.
Also HUD-ApprovedAlaska (1)
Arizona (2)
Arkansas (1)
California (11)
Colorado (1)
Connecticut (1)
Delaware (1)
District of Columbia (1)
Florida (7)
Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, Inc.
Also HUD-ApprovedGeorgia (2)
Hawaii (1)
Legal Aid Society of Hawaii
Also HUD-ApprovedIdaho (1)
Illinois (3)
Indiana (1)
Iowa (1)
Kansas (1)
Kentucky (4)
Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky
Also HUD-ApprovedKentucky Legal Aid
Also HUD-ApprovedLegal Aid of the Bluegrass
Also HUD-ApprovedLouisiana (2)
Maine (1)
Maryland (1)
Massachusetts (4)
Michigan (5)
Minnesota (4)
Mississippi (2)
Missouri (4)
Montana (1)
Montana Legal Services Association
Also HUD-ApprovedNebraska (1)
Nevada (1)
New Hampshire (1)
New Jersey (5)
New Mexico (2)
New York (7)
North Carolina (1)
North Dakota (1)
Ohio (5)
Oklahoma (1)
Oregon (1)
Pennsylvania (8)
Rhode Island (1)
South Carolina (1)
South Dakota (2)
Tennessee (3)
Texas (3)
Utah (1)
Vermont (1)
Virginia (6)
Washington (1)
West Virginia (1)
Wisconsin (2)
Wyoming (1)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I qualify for free legal aid?
LSC-funded organizations generally serve individuals and families with incomes at or below 125% of the federal poverty level. Each organization has its own intake process and may have additional criteria. Call and ask about eligibility — many will still help or refer you even if you're slightly above the income threshold.
What types of cases do legal aid organizations handle?
Civil cases including foreclosure defense, debt collection lawsuits, housing disputes, eviction defense, public benefits (SNAP, Medicaid, SSI), family law, consumer protection, and immigration. They do NOT handle criminal cases.
How much does legal aid cost?
Nothing for eligible clients. LSC-funded organizations provide free legal representation. There are no hidden fees. Services include legal advice, document preparation, negotiation, and full courtroom representation.
Can legal aid help me fight a foreclosure?
Yes. Foreclosure defense is one of the most common services legal aid organizations provide. They can review your loan documents for servicer errors, represent you in court, negotiate with your lender, challenge improper foreclosure procedures, and help you explore alternatives like loan modification.
What is the Legal Services Corporation?
The LSC is an independent nonprofit established by Congress in 1974 to fund civil legal aid programs for low-income Americans. It is the single largest funder of civil legal aid in the United States, providing grants to 132 independent nonprofit legal aid programs across all 50 states and U.S. territories.