Statewide Legal Aid Organizations
1. Legal Aid of West Virginia (LAWV)
- Services: Free civil legal assistance for low-income individuals (housing, family law, public benefits, consumer rights, etc.).
- Website: legalaidwv.org
- Contact: Statewide intake hotline: 1-866-255-4370
2. West Virginia State Bar Lawyer Referral Service
- Services: Reduced-cost legal referrals for private attorneys.
- Website: wvbar.org (Navigate to “Public Resources” > “Lawyer Referral Service”)
3. West Virginia Free Legal Answers
- Services: Online portal for qualifying individuals to ask attorneys civil legal questions for free.
- Website: abafreelegalanswers.org (Select West Virginia)
4. West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WVCADV)
- Services: Legal support and referrals for survivors of domestic violence.
- Website: wvcadv.org
- Contact: 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
5. West Virginia Senior Legal Aid
- Services: Free legal help for West Virginians aged 60+.
- Website: legalaidwv.org/seniors
6. West Virginia Child Advocacy Network (WVCAN)
- Services: Legal advocacy and support for children affected by abuse.
- Website: wvcan.org
7. Disability Rights of West Virginia
- Services: Legal assistance for disability-related issues (discrimination, access, benefits).
- Website: disabilityrightswv.org
- Contact: 1-800-950-5250
8. WV Access to Justice Commission
- Services: Directory of legal aid providers and self-help resources.
- Website: wvajc.org
9. West Virginia University (WVU) College of Law Clinics
- Services: Free legal help through law students (family law, immigration, veterans’ benefits).
- Website: law.wvu.edu/clinics
10. West Virginia Judiciary Self-Help Resources
- Services: Free legal forms, guides, and court information.
- Website: courtswv.gov/self-help
11. Veterans Assistance
- Services: Legal aid for veterans via Legal Aid WV and state programs.
- Website:
- Legal Aid WV Veterans: legalaidwv.org/veterans
- WV Department of Veterans Assistance: veterans.wv.gov
12. Pro Bono Referral Programs
- Services: Free legal help through volunteer attorneys (availability varies by county).
- Contact: Check with Legal Aid WV or local bar associations.
Additional Resources
- Legal Aid WV Hotline: 1-800-642-8279 (for specific issues like domestic violence).
- 211 West Virginia: Dial 211 for referrals to legal and social services.
Note: Always confirm eligibility and service availability directly with the organization. Many offices prioritize urgent cases (e.g., evictions, domestic violence). For criminal cases, contact the Public Defender’s Office.