West Virginia free Legal Aid

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.).
  • Websitelegalaidwv.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.
  • Websitewvbar.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.
  • Websiteabafreelegalanswers.org (Select West Virginia)

4. West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WVCADV)

  • Services: Legal support and referrals for survivors of domestic violence.
  • Websitewvcadv.org
  • Contact: 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

5. West Virginia Senior Legal Aid


6. West Virginia Child Advocacy Network (WVCAN)

  • Services: Legal advocacy and support for children affected by abuse.
  • Websitewvcan.org

7. Disability Rights of West Virginia

  • Services: Legal assistance for disability-related issues (discrimination, access, benefits).
  • Websitedisabilityrightswv.org
  • Contact1-800-950-5250

8. WV Access to Justice Commission

  • Services: Directory of legal aid providers and self-help resources.
  • Websitewvajc.org

9. West Virginia University (WVU) College of Law Clinics

  • Services: Free legal help through law students (family law, immigration, veterans’ benefits).
  • Websitelaw.wvu.edu/clinics

10. West Virginia Judiciary Self-Help Resources


11. Veterans Assistance


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 Hotline1-800-642-8279 (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.

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