Washington Legal Aid and Lawyer Referral
This page provides information about Legal Aid and Lawyer Referral resources in Washington.
Links are grouped by those that cover courts statewide, for multiple counties, and then by individual county.
Washington - Statewide Courts Legal Aid
Free and Low-Cost Legal Assistance
Search a directory of organizations offering free and low-cost legal assistance by location and legal issue, or view the alphabetical directory. Links to the organizations are provided.
Public Defender Offices
View a list of Washington public defender offices by county, with contact information and links to websites. Public Defenders provide free legal representation to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration, indigent parties facing civil mental health commitment, and indigent parents and juveniles in some juvenile court proceedings.
Free Civil Legal Help
Northwest Justice Project provides free civil legal assistance to income-eligible parties, information about types of cases handled, and video information about various legal topics. Applications are taken by telephone or online form submission.
Lawyer Referral and Legal Assistance
The Washington State Bar Association offers links to lawyer referral services by county, information about organizations providing free and low-cost legal services, and a Moderate Means Program that refers income-eligible parties to lawyers who offer reduced rates.
Lawyer Directory
Search the Washington State Bar Association directory of member attorneys by name, location, status, area of practice, and languages spoken.
Lawyer Discipline Notices
Search the Washington State Bar Association database of lawyer discipline notices by name, keyword, action type, and effective date.
Complaints About Judges
View instructions for filing a complaint about a Washington judge. Additional information is provided, including the link to file online and the complaint form.
Complaints About Lawyers
View instructions for filing a complaint against a Washington lawyer or requesting assistance to resolve a dispute with your lawyer. Complaints may be filed online or by downloadable form to be mailed in hard copy.
Civil Legal Aid Information and Resources
The Washington Office of Civil Legal Aid offers information about civil legal aid and links to providers for income-eligible residents.
Washington Multiple County Courts Legal Aid
Eastern Washington Legal Assistance
The Spokane County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Program provides free civil legal assistance to income-eligible and senior residents of Adams, Ferry, Grant, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, and Whitman Counties.
Benton County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Benton County Public Defender
View information about the Benton County Office of Public Defense, which provides free legal representation to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration or civil mental health commitment, and indigent parents and juveniles in some juvenile court proceedings. Eligibility criteria, complaint procedure, and additional assistance is provided.
Chelan County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Chelan County Victim/Witness Help
The Chelan County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim/Witness Unit provides crime victims and witnesses with information about the criminal process, court accompaniment, case status notification, referrals to community resources, and assistance with victim impact statements, restitution, and victims' compensation applications.
Clallam County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Clallam County Lawyers
View a directory of Clallam County Bar Association members by area of practice, or view the entire directory in alphabetical order.
Clallam County Victim/Witness Help
The Clallam Count Prosecuting Attorney's Victim/Witness Unit provides crime victims and witnesses with information, case status notification, court accompaniment, referrals, and assistance with restitution and victims' compensation applications.
Clark County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Battle Ground Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about Public Defender appointments in Battle Ground Municipal Court, including a downloadable indigency screening form.
Clark County Lawyers
Search a directory of Clark County Bar Association members by name, area of practice, and location. To view the complete directory in alphabetical order, select the "Members" menu item at the top of the page, then click bar at the top of the page, then click "Member Directory."
Clark County Victim Help
The Clark County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim Assistance Unit provides crime victims and witnesses with information, case status notification, court accompaniment, referrals, and assistance with victims' compensation applications, return of property, victim impact statements, and restitution.
Cowlitz County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Cowlitz County Public Defenders
View information about the Cowlitz County Office of Public Defense, which provides free legal representation to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration, and in some juvenile cases.
Cowlitz County Victim Help
The Cowlitz County Prosecuting Attorney's Office provides crime victims with information about the court process and victims' rights, court accompaniment, case status notification, and restitution. An online restitution estimate form and a link to the Children's Advocacy and Justice Center are also provided.
Ferry County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Ferry County Victim/Witness Help
The Ferry County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim Witness Unit provides crime victims and witnesses with information about the criminal process, court accompaniment, case status notification, referrals, and assistance with victim impact statements, restitution, and protection order applications. Links to forms and additional information are in the left column.
Franklin County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Franklin County Public Defender
View information about the Franklin County Office of Public Defense, which provides free legal representation to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration or civil mental health commitment, and indigent parents and juveniles in some juvenile court proceedings. Eligibility criteria, complaint procedure, and additional assistance is provided.
Franklin County Victim/Witness Help
The Franklin County Prosecutor's Crime Victim Witness Division provides crime victims and witnesses with information, crisis intervention, case status notification, court accompaniment, referrals, and assistance with restitution and protection order applications.
Grant County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Grant County Victim/Witness Help
The Grant County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim/Witness Unit provides crime victims and witnesses with information, case status notification, court accompaniment, referrals, and assistance with restitution and victim impact statements.
Island County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Island County Lawyers
View a directory of Island County Bar Association members in alphabetical order with contact information and links to websites.
Island County Public Defender
View information about applying for a Public Defender in Island County.
Island County Victim/Witness Help
The Island County Prosecuting Attorney's Office Victim-Witness Coordinator provides crime victims and witnesses with information, court accompaniment, case status notification, referrals, and assistance with victim compensation applications. Select the "Victim Resources" link in the left column for additional information about victim compensation, domestic violence resources, protection orders, and notification programs.
Jefferson County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Jefferson County Attorneys
View a list of Jefferson County attorneys and their contact information.
King County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
East King County Civil Legal Help and King County Domestic Violence Legal Help
The Eastside Legal Assistance Program offers free civil legal help and legal clinics to low-income residents of east King County, and free legal assistance for domestic violence victims throughout King County.
East King County Lawyers
Search a directory of East King County Bar Association members by area of law or name, or view the complete membership directory in alphabetical order.
Issaquah Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about obtaining a public defender in Issaquah Municipal Court.
King County Free and Low-Cost Legal Help
The King County Bar Association's Pro Bono Services department offers free Neighborhood Legal Clinics and Volunteer Legal Services representation for low-income residents in civil cases, and assistance with family law, debt, bankruptcy, public benefits, housing, and estate planning matters.
King County Lawyer Referral
The King County Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service by telephone, e-mail, or online request form.
King County Protection Order Help
The King County Protection Order Advocacy Program provides domestic violence victims with information about domestic violence protection orders, the process for obtaining an order, safety planning, and enforcement; assistance with forms and safety plans; hearing preparation and accompaniment; and referrals.
King County Public Defenders
View information about the King County Department of Public Defense, which provides free or low-cost legal representation to income-eligible individuals facing possible incarceration, involuntary mental health commitment, or loss of parental rights.
Lake Forest Park Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about obtaining a public defender in Lake Forest Park Municipal Court, including an application form.
Renton Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about obtaining a Public Defender in Renton Municipal Court, including an application form.
SeaTac Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about obtaining a Public Defender in SeaTac Municipal Court, including downloadable and online application forms.
Seattle Municipal Court Public Defenders
View information and contacts for Public Defenders in Seattle Municipal Court.
Tukwila Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about obtaining a Public Defender in Tukwila Municipal Court, including an application form, a supporting documentation checklist, and complaint process information and form.
Kitsap County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Kitsap County Legal Assistance
Kitsap Legal Services provides free civil legal services for income-eligible residents.
Kitsap County Public Defender
View information about the Kitsap County Office of Public Defense, which provides free legal representation to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration, indigent parties facing civil mental health commitments, and juveniles and parents in some juvenile court proceedings.
Klickitat County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Klickitat County Victim/Witness Help
The Klickitat County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim-Witness Unit provides crime victims and witnesses with information about victims' rights and compensation, case status notification, and assistance with protection orders, victim impact statements, and restitution.
Lewis County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Lewis County Free and Low Cost Legal Assistance
Lewis County Bar Legal Aid provides free civil legal assistance to income-eligible residents, and consultations with an attorney for a nominal fee for those who are not financially eligible for free services. Services include referrals to attorneys and agencies, a Family Law Facilitator, legal representation, legal clinics, and forms.
Pierce County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Gig Harbor Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about public defense services for indigent defendants facing possible incarceration in Gig Harbor Municipal Court.
Pierce County Lawyer Referral and Senior Services
The Pierce County Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service by telephone, which includes an initial consultation for a nominal fee. Legal services for seniors at a reduced rate are also available, including wills, power of attorney, living wills, and community property agreements.
Pierce County Legal Help
The Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association's Volunteer Legal Services Program provides legal services and information for low-income residents, including legal advice clinics, landlord-tenant advice, and a foreclosure clinic. Links to additional resources and agencies are provided.
Pierce County Public Defender
View information about the Pierce County Department of Assigned Counsel, which provides free legal representation to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration, indigent parties facing civil mental health commitments, and indigent parents and juveniles in some juvenile court proceedings.
Pierce County Victim/Witness Help
The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim Witness Assistance Services Unit provides crime victims and witnesses with information, case status notification, court accompaniment, referrals, and assistance with restitution, victims' compensation, and victim impact statements.
San Juan County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
San Juan County Victim Help
The San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim Services Program provides crime victims with information, court accompaniment, case status notification, referrals, and assistance with protective orders, return of property, restitution, victims' compensation, and victim impact statements.
Skagit County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Anacortes Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about public defense services for indigent defendants facing possible incarceration in Anacortes Municipal Court.
Burlington Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about public defense services for indigent defendants facing possible incarceration in Burlington Municipal Court.
Mount Vernon Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about public defense services for indigent defendants facing possible incarceration in Mount Vernon Municipal Court.
Skagit County Lawyers
Search a directory of Skagit County Bar Association members by practice area or name, or view the complete directory.
Skagit County Office of Assigned Counsel
View information about the Skagit County Office of Assigned Counsel, which handles eligibility screening for the Public Defender's Office. Contact information is provided.
Skagit County Public Defender
View information about Skagit County Public Defender's Office, which provides legal representation to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration, indigent parties facing civil mental health commitments, and indigent parents and juveniles in some juvenile court proceedings. Application must be made through the Office of Assigned Counsel; some applicants may be required to pay a portion of the cost of their defense.
Skagit County Victim/Witness Help
The Skagit County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim Witness Division provides crime victims and witnesses with information, case status notification, and assistance with protection orders and victims' compensation applications.
Snohomish County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Marysville Municipal Court Public Defender Information
View information and instructions for parties requesting a court-appointed attorney in Marysville Municipal Court, with links to the application form and a list of required information.
Snohomish County Lawyer Referral
The Snohomish County Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service by telephone or online form, which includes an initial consultation for a nominal fee.
Snohomish County Public Defender
View information about the Snohomish County Office of Public Defense, which assigns counsel to indigent defendants facing possible loss of liberty, mental health commitment proceedings, and some juvenile offenders.
Spokane County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Cheney Municipal Court Public Defender
View guidelines, instructions, and an application form for a Public Defender in Cheney Municipal Court.
Spokane County Lawyer Referral
The Spokane County Bar Association offers an online lawyer referral service by area of law and specific legal issue.
Spokane County Public Defender
View information Spokane County Public Defender's Office, which provides legal representation to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration, indigent parties facing civil mental health commitments, and indigent parents and juveniles in some juvenile court proceedings.
Spokane County Victim/Witness Help
The Spokane County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim-Witness Unit provides crime victims and witnesses with information about victims' rights and court procedure, court accompaniment, case status notification, and assistance with victims' compensation, victim impact statements, and restitution. Links to additional information are in the left column.
Spokane Municipal Court Public Defender
View information about the public defense services for indigent defendants facing possible incarceration in Spokane Municipal Court.
Thurston County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Thurston County Lawyers
Search a directory of Thurston County Bar Association members by area of practice, view the entire directory, and view lawyers who will work pro bono.
Thurston County Public Defenders
Thurston County Public Defense (Office of Assigned Counsel) provides free legal representation to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration, indigent parties facing civil mental health commitments, and indigent parents and juveniles in some juvenile court proceedings.
Thurston County Victim Help
The Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim Advocates provide crime victims with information about protective orders and domestic violence, explanation of the court process, court accompaniment, case status notification, referrals, and assistance with victim impact statements, victims' compensation applications, return of property, and restitution.
Whatcom County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Bellingham Municipal Court Public Defenders
View information about the Bellingham Municipal Court assigned counsel program, which provides legal services to indigent defendants facing possible incarceration.
Whatcom County Free and Low-Cost Legal Assistance
Legal Advocates of Whatcom County refers low-income residents to attorneys who provide free or low-cost civil legal assistance.
Whatcom County Public Defender
View information about the Whatcom County Public Defender's Office, which provides free legal representation to indigent adult and juvenile defendants facing possible incarceration, and indigent parties facing civil mental health and alcohol commitments.
Whatcom County Public Defender Applications
View instructions for obtaining a Public Defender in criminal actions before Whatcom County Superior Court, Juvenile Court and District Court. A link to the required form is included.
Whitman County - Courts Legal Aid Resources
Whitman County Legal Assistance
Find information about legal assistance for indigent parties in Whitman County.
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