Q: Struggling financially and have 30 days to respond to the court, need some legal help pro-bono. How do I find lawyers
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If you’re facing financial difficulties and need to respond to the court within 30 days, finding legal help is crucial. Here are some steps you can take to find a pro-bono or low-cost lawyer:
Legal Aid Organizations: Start by contacting local legal aid organizations in your area. These organizations provide free or low-cost legal services to individuals who qualify based on income. In Nevada, for example, you can reach out to Nevada Legal Services or the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada.
State Bar Association: The Nevada State Bar offers a lawyer referral service that can connect you with attorneys who offer pro-bono services or work on a sliding scale based on your ability to pay. They can also provide a list of resources for low-income individuals seeking legal assistance.
Law School Clinics: Many law schools have legal clinics where law students, supervised by licensed attorneys, provide free legal help to the community. These clinics can assist with various legal matters, including court responses.
Pro-Bono Networks: Some law firms and attorneys volunteer their time through pro-bono networks. You can inquire with local law firms to see if they have attorneys who participate in such programs.
Non-Profit Organizations: Certain non-profits focus on specific legal issues and may offer free or low-cost legal assistance. Research any organizations related to your specific legal matter.
It’s important to act quickly, given your 30-day deadline. If you need further assistance or guidance on where to start, feel free to contact our office at 702-979-1455, and we can help point you in the right direction.
Tim Akpinar agrees with this answer
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This is not my area of practice, but you describe being in a time crunch of 30 days. It would be best to speak with the attorneys here who are knowledgeable in this area. But until you speak with one of them, here is a link to Pro Bono NJ -
https://www.probononj.org/
They are operated by Legal Services of New Jersey as a public service to expand and support pro bono civil legal assistance to disadvantaged New Jerseyans, according to their website.
They are a resource outside of this Q & A Forum and the Justia website. Therefore, it is up to you to verify things. Any arrangements you may enter into are between you and them, or the law firms and entities they are affiliated with.
Good luck
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