Legal Voice secures legal protections for women and families, but we know those rights have little impact if individuals do not know how to use them to advocate for themselves and their families. To help you better understand your rights and the legal system, we offer a variety of tools and resources, including free know-your-rights materials about several legal issues.
Some of our publications are available in Spanish, Chinese, and/or Russian. At this time, our publications are limited to Washington State law only.
Resources
General Legal Information and Referral Services
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CLEAR Hotline: For low-income people outside King County. (King County residents, call 2-1-1)
By phone: 1-888-201-1014 (M-F 9:15 am to 12:15 pm)
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CLEAR*Sr: For all Washington State residents age 60+. No income or county restrictions.
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By phone: 1-888-387-7111
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Washington LawHelp: Legal information and do-it-yourself instructions and forms on a wide range of legal issues.
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Washington Information Network 2-1-1: For health and human service information and referrals and other assistance to meet your needs, including legal services.
By phone: 2-1-1; toll-free 1-877-211-9274
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"Legal Help” – Chapter 14 of Handbook for Washington Seniors: Legal Rights and Resources, by Legal Voice: Lists legal services in Washington State as well as information on representing yourself. Information is relevant to people of all ages.
Lower-Cost Legal Help
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Moderate Means Program: Connects middle-income earners with lawyers who offer legal assistance at a reduced cost.
By phone: 1-855-741-6930
Lawyers and Legal Clinics
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How to Find a Lawyer and Other Legal Resources in Washington State, by Legal Voice
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Working With a Lawyer, by Legal Voice
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Office of Public Defense: For a list of public defenders by county.
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King County Bar Association Bilingual Spanish Clinic: Second Wednesdays at 6pm at El Centro de la Raza. First come first served.
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King County LGBTQ Legal Clinic: 30-minute consultations by appointment only.
By phone: 206-267-7070
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MAPS-MCRC Legal Clinic: 30-minute consultations by appointment only. Clinic held at the Muslim Association of Puget Sound in Redmond.
Civil Rights and Discrimination Help
Also see General Legal Information and Referral Services
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“Age and Disability Discrimination" – Chapter 10 of Handbook for Washington Seniors: Legal Rights and Resources, by Legal Voice: Lists legal services in Washington State as well as information on representing yourself. Information is relevant to people of all ages.
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Disability Rights Washington (DRW)
By phone: 206-324-1521 or 1-800-562-2702 (toll-free); TTY: 7-1-1
Consumer Help
Also see General Legal Information and Referral Services
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“Consumer Guide” – Chapter 6 of Handbook for Washington Seniors: Legal Rights and Resources, by Legal Voice: Lists legal services in Washington State as well as information on representing yourself. Information is relevant to people of all ages.
Family Law Help
Also see General Legal Information and Referral Services
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Family Law Facilitators (aka Courthouse Facilitators)
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“Family Relationships” – Chapter 8 of Handbook for Washington Seniors: Legal Rights and Resources, by Legal Voice: Lists legal services in Washington State as well as information on representing yourself. Information is relevant to people of all ages.
Gender-Based Violence Help
Also see General Legal Information and Referral Services
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API Chaya: Advocacy and support services for API survivors of abuse.
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Consejo Counseling and Referral Service: Advocacy and support services for Latinx survivors of abuse.
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“Elder Abuse” – Chapter 11 of Handbook for Washington Seniors: Legal Rights and Resources, by Legal Voice: Lists legal services in Washington State as well as information on representing yourself. Information is relevant to people of all ages.
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King County Sexual Assault Resource Center: Offers sexual-assault related services.
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National Domestic Violence Hotline: Offers resources and support from trained advocates.
By phone: 1-800-799-SAFE; TTY: 1-800-787-3224
On videophone: 1-855-812-1001
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NW Network: Offers support services to LGBTQ survivors of abuse.
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Refugee Women’s Alliance: Offers support services to refugee survivors of abuse.
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Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV): For referrals and crisis assistance.
Housing Help
Also see General Legal Information and Referral Services
Immigration Help
Also see General Legal Information and Referral Services
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“Immigration” – Chapter 12 of Handbook for Washington Seniors: Legal Rights and Resources, by Legal Voice: Lists legal services in Washington State as well as information on representing yourself. Information is relevant to people of all ages.
Public Benefits Help
Also see General Legal Information and Referral Services
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“Financial Benefit Programs” – Chapter 3 of Handbook for Washington Seniors: Legal Rights and Resources, by Legal Voice: Lists legal services in Washington State as well as information on representing yourself. Information is relevant to people of all ages.
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Seattle Community Law Center: Helps people with disabilities obtain and maintain the Social Security benefits they are entitled to, with a focus on those who are a facing the risks and reality of homelessness.