California Indian Legal Services (CILS) provides free and low-cost legal services to respond to the needs of the Native American community in the state. This location offers services pertaining to federal Indian law, in addition to services specifically for survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and stalking. Those services include: help with restraining orders, child custody, mediation preparation, child and spousal support, criminal law victim advocacy, and divorce and separation guidance. This office offers domestic violence services to residents of Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, Siskiyou, and Trinity counties.
Legal Assistance
Included in this list are organizations that provide free or low-cost legal services to victims of abuse and others who qualify. Even if the organization does not have a lawyer available to represent you in court, you may want to ask if there is a lawyer who you can consult with to get advice. Please note that we list the organizations by the town/city or county where the office is located – however, many offices may likely serve multiple counties. We indicate the “counties served” whenever possible. You can click the blue “View All” button to look through the complete list of organizations. You can also contact law schools in your area to ask if they have a legal clinic.
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California Indian Legal Services - Northern Office
Legal Services of Northern California - Eureka Office
Legal Services of Northern California provides free civil representation to low-income clients in 23 counties. This location offers limited assistance, through their clinics and pro bono partners, with the following types of cases: separation, custody, support, consumer law, and general civil legal matters. They also handle cases in the following areas: housing, public benefits, health, education rights, and more. Serving Del Norte, Humboldt, and Trinity counties.