Find Legal Aid in Tacoma, WA: Free Legal Help for Low-Income Residents

LegalAidOffices.com provides a comprehensive list of all legal aid offices in Tacoma, Washington, 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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    Northwest Justice Project - Tacoma Office Email Website Learn more 715 Tacoma Avenue South
    Tacoma, WA - 98402
    (253) 272-7879
    NJPs mission is to secure justice through high quality legal advocacy that promotes the long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families, and communities. As a dynamic statewide law firm, we pursue our mission through legal advice and representation, community partnerships, and education to empower clients and combat injustice in all its forms. NJP generally handles civil legal problems facing low income people due to lack of income, problems with education, employment or loss of employment, disabilities, discrimination, consumer abuse or illegal business practices, physical or famil...See Full Details
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    TPCBA - VLS - Pierce County AIDS Foundation Wills Project Email Website Learn more 3009 S 40th St
    Tacoma, WA - 98409
    (253) 383-2565
    The Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association Volunteer Legal Services Program sponsors free legal advice clinics which can provide a private appointment with a volunteer attorney when you need advice on civil (non-criminal) legal issues. Appointments are approximately 1/2 hour in length. Pierce County AIDS Foundation Wills Project -- Third Thursday of each month, at the Pierce County AIDS Foundation, 2-4 p.m. Sponsored by TPCBA Volunteer Legal Services and the Pierce County AIDS Foundation. Call PCAF at (253) 383-2565 to make an appointment. This clinic is focused on wills, powers of attorney and...See Full Details
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    TPCBA - VLS - Urban Indian Legal Clinic Email Website Learn more 2316 S State St
    Tacoma, WA - 98405
    (253) 572-5134
    The Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association Volunteer Legal Services Program sponsors free legal advice clinics which can provide a private appointment with a volunteer attorney when you need advice on civil (non-criminal) legal issues. Appointments are approximately 1/2 hour in length. Urban Indian Legal Clinic -- Second Wednesday of each month, Noon-1:30 p.m., SPIPA, 2316 S State St, Tacoma, WA 98405. This clinic focuses on the needs of Native American and First Nations people living in our community; all civil legal issues welcome. Call VLS at (253) 572-5134 for more information or to make an...See Full Details
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    TPCBA - VLS - Pierce County Courthouse Email Website Learn more 930 Tacoma Ave S
    Tacoma, WA - 98402
    (253) 572-5134
    The Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association Volunteer Legal Services Program sponsors free legal advice clinics which can provide a private appointment with a volunteer attorney when you need advice on civil (non-criminal) legal issues. Housing Justice Project: Appointments are approximately 1/2 hour in length. Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon at the Pierce County Courthouse. If you have an eviction hearing HJP volunteer attorneys may be able to represent you or help negotiate with opposing counsel. Walk-ins encouraged, low-income tenants only. HJP attorneys are located i...See Full Details
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    TPCBA - Volunteer Legal Services Office Email Website Learn more 621 Tacoma Ave S
    Tacoma, WA - 98402
    (253) 572-5134
    The Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association Volunteer Legal Services Program sponsors free legal advice clinics which can provide a private appointment with a volunteer attorney when you need advice on civil (non-criminal) legal issues. Appointments are approximately 1/2 hour in length. Immigration Clinic: 2nd Tuesday of each month, 9:30 a.m. at the Volunteer Legal Services office. Clients receive advice and counsel regarding immigration matters. Please call (253) 572-5134 for an appointment. Bankruptcy Clinic:The 3rd Tuesday and 4th Wednesday of each month at the Volunteer Legal Services office...See Full Details


Area Legal Aid Offices

Due to the low number of listings in Tacoma, we have added area listings below. All listings are within 30 miles of Tacoma.
  • Kitsap Legal Aid Services Email Website Learn more 500 Pacific Ave,
    Bremerton, WA - 98337
    (360) 479-6125
    Kitsap Legal Services provides assistance to low-income residents of Kitsap County with civil (non-criminal) legal matters. Services: EMERGENCY EVICTION DEFENSE DEBT/COLLECTIONS/BANKRUPTCY ESTATE PLANNING (WILLS, POWER OF ATTORNEY, HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVES, PROBATE, ETC.) Family Law: Provide advice and limited assistance completing paperwork for the family law matters. They DO NOT provide representation or appear in court. Some examples include:     Divorce     Custody     Support     Parenting Plans     Minor Guardianship (non-parental custody) LANDLORD/TENANT: Provide adv...See Full Details
    Legal Aid Location:: 24 miles from Tacoma
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    Northwest Justice Project - Bremerton Satellite Office Email Website Learn more 216 6th Street
    Bremerton, WA - 98337
    (360) 377-6378
    NJPs mission is to secure justice through high quality legal advocacy that promotes the long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families, and communities. As a dynamic statewide law firm, we pursue our mission through legal advice and representation, community partnerships, and education to empower clients and combat injustice in all its forms. NJP generally handles civil legal problems facing low income people due to lack of income, problems with education, employment or loss of employment, disabilities, discrimination, consumer abuse or illegal business practices, physical or family...See Full Details
    Legal Aid Location:: 24 miles from Tacoma
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    Northwest Justice Project - Seattle - Main Office Email Website Learn more 401 Second Avenue S
    Seattle, WA - 98104
    (206) 464-1519
    NJPs mission is to secure justice through high quality legal advocacy that promotes the long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families, and communities. As a dynamic statewide law firm, we pursue our mission through legal advice and representation, community partnerships, and education to empower clients and combat injustice in all its forms. NJP generally handles civil legal problems facing low income people due to lack of income, problems with education, employment or loss of employment, disabilities, discrimination, consumer abuse or illegal business practices, physical or family...See Full Details
    Legal Aid Location:: 25 miles from Tacoma
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    Northwest Justice Project - Kent Satellite Office Email Website Learn more 124 4th Ave S
    Kent, WA - 98032
    (253) 480-6125
    NJPs mission is to secure justice through high quality legal advocacy that promotes the long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families, and communities. As a dynamic statewide law firm, we pursue our mission through legal advice and representation, community partnerships, and education to empower clients and combat injustice in all its forms. NJP generally handles civil legal problems facing low income people due to lack of income, problems with education, employment or loss of employment, disabilities, discrimination, consumer abuse or illegal business practices, physical or family...See Full Details
    Legal Aid Location:: 14 miles from Tacoma
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    KCBA Neighborhood Legal Clinics - Southwest Email Website Learn more 2801 SW Thistle St.
    Seattle, WA - 98126
    (206) 267-7070
    The purpose of the Neighborhood Legal Clinics program (NLC) is to offer free, limited legal advice and referrals to King County residents and Washington State residents with legal issues in King County who might otherwise have no access to the legal system. It is a goal of the program to make the clinics accessible regardless of barriers such as income, education, language or disability. Attorneys determine whether the client has a legal problem, suggest possible options, and provide appropriate referrals. These attorneys will not represent you in court. NLC attorneys may not have expertise i...See Full Details
    Legal Aid Location:: 20 miles from Tacoma

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 Washington Bar.

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Important Information

Legal Aid Funding
Legal aid professionals and organizations oftentimes receive government funding for taking on cases with those who cannot afford attorneys. For the most part, funding is limited so legal aid entities can only take on a limited amount of cases. Qualifications are often rigid.

Resources

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Difference Between Pro Bono Attorneys and Legal Aid Attorneys