Find Legal Aid in Worcester, MA: Free Legal Help for Low-Income Residents

LegalAidOffices.com provides a comprehensive list of all legal aid offices in Worcester, Massachusetts, including their contact information, addresses, and the types of legal services they offer.

Our listings include such as type of law (Domestic violence, family law, housing rental evictions or home foreclosures, public assistance such as medicaid, food stamps, SSI Disability, SSDI benefits, public housing evictions, disability beneifts, etc.).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is legal aid?
Legal aid is free or low-cost legal assistance for people who cannot afford to hire a private lawyer. Legal aid organizations can help people with a wide range of legal problems, including family law, criminal law, civil law, and immigration law.

Who is eligible for legal aid?
Eligibility for legal aid varies depending on the specific legal aid organization and the type of legal problem. However, most legal aid organizations have income guidelines that must be met. Some legal aid organizations also have other eligibility requirements, such as residency requirements or citizenship requirements.

How much does legal aid cost?
Legal aid services are free or low-cost. The amount you pay will depend on your income and the type of legal services you receive.

How do I apply for legal aid?
To apply for legal aid, you will need to contact a legal aid organization and complete an application form. The application form will ask you for information about your income, assets, and the legal problem you are facing.

How long does it take to get legal aid?
The amount of time it takes to get legal aid varies depending on the legal aid organization and the type of legal problem you have. However, most legal aid organizations will try to process applications as quickly as possible.

Choose from the list below to find a legal aid office that can help you.

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  Community Legal Aid, Inc. - Worcester Office Email Website Learn more 405 Main Street
  Worcester, MA - 01608
  (855) 252-5342
  Community Legal Aid, Inc. (CLA) provides free civil legal services to low-income and elderly residents of central and western Massachusetts. We do not help with the following legal problems: criminal cases, personal injury, workers compensation, real estate sales, probating of wills and estates, CHINS, care and protection cases, and certain other legal issues. You can apply online or by phone. Call Toll-Free (855) CLA-LEGAL (855) 252-5342 Telephone Intake Hours: Monday: 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Wednesday: 1:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m....See Full Details
  

Area Legal Aid Offices

Due to the low number of listings in Worcester, we have added area listings below. All listings are within 30 miles of Worcester.

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  MetroWest Legal Services Email Website Learn more 63 Fountain Street
  Framingham, MA - 01702
  (508) 620-1830
  MetroWest Legal Services provides free civil legal aid to low-income people who would be denied justice without our help. Our priority practice areas include: Family Law, Housing, Homeless Advocacy, Government Benefits (including Social Security), Education, Elder Law & Immigration. With the exception of the Community Enterprise Project, your income cannot exceed 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. If you think you meet our eligibility requirements you can apply online or by phone at 508-620-1830 or 1-800-696-1501 and an intake worker will determine whether we can help you. Hours of ope...See Full Details
  Legal Aid Location:: 19 miles from Worcester
  

Tips for Getting Free Legal Aid

Contact the legal aid offices from the list above.

1. Apply for government programs.
There are a number of government programs that provide legal assistance to low-income individuals and families.

2. Check with local law schools.
Many law schools have legal clinics that offer free or low-cost legal services to the public.

3. Ask for pro bono help.
Pro bono is Latin for "for the good of the public." Pro bono lawyers are lawyers who volunteer their time to provide free legal services to low-income individuals and families. To find a pro bono lawyer, you can contact a legal aid organization or the State of Massachusetts Bar.

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