Legal Aid Resources

Free and low-cost legal aid organizations across the United States, focused on family, juvenile, and criminal defense matters.

Last Updated: May 1, 2026· Reviewed by our Editorial Review Team

National resources

Legal Services Corporation (LSC) — federally funded directory of local legal-aid offices.
LawHelp.org — searchable national index of free legal services.
American Bar Association Free Legal Answers — online pro-bono Q&A in most states.

Specialty hotlines

RAINN — 1-800-656-HOPE (24/7 sexual assault support).
National Domestic Violence Hotline — 1-800-799-7233.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline — 1-800-422-4453.