LAW Advocates provides legal assistance on a wide-range of topics to low-income people in Whatcom County.  Services are provided through a variety of legal clinics and programs, as well as by placing cases with volunteer attorneys.  We do not provide assistance with criminal law matters.

Supports those seeking to expunge a criminal record for drug possession crimes. Services provided are dependent on each individual's unique needs, but may include the following: Eviction prevention, mediate deputes between landlord and tenants.

Provides legal education materials and tools that give basic information on a number of legal problems, and in some cases, detailed instructions and forms to help with self-representation. Provides information on free legal aid programs in Washington, including basic eligibility and contact information. Topics include family law, housing, domestic violence and anti-harassment, immigration, civil rights, consumer and debt, government benefits, health, youth law and education, employment/farm worker rights, Native American issues, and some criminal law issues, including record expungement and victim's rights.

Operates a toll-free, centralized intake, advice and referral service for low-income people seeking free legal assistance with civil legal problems. Provides verbal or written advice; written legal information or forms; resolution through negotiation; may refer to another provider for legal aid. Due to limited resources, lawyers and paralegals are not able to assist every caller. Services are targeted to problems that affect basic needs such as housing, income, medical care and family safety.

Provides individualized safety planning, domestic violence education, legal resources and referrals; court support; and access to community resources for men and women experiencing intimate partner violence.

Call the CLEAR hotline for legal information and advice, and possible referral to this office for assistance with numerous civil (non-criminal) legal issues.

Partnership between Division of Child Support and House of Matthew. House of Matthew hosts employees from Child Support Enforcement who will provide information on how child support works. Will also answer questions on: - How to deal with child support while in prison, - When you should pay - How to obtain or modify a Child Support Order, - Learn the right amount you need to pay, - Know what to do when you can't pay Child Support, - Employment Pipeline offers employment resources to Homeward Bound graduates. Provides information to both the parent receiving support and the parent paying it. Class is held every 4th Monday of the month.

Provides legal information and referrals to low-income parents regarding their rights to public benefits.   Holds workshops for parents and allies to share information, resources and learn leadership skills.   Childcare is provided for meetings.

Main phone number for Northwest Justice Project Everett office.

Helps low-income community members help themselves with civil legal matters by providing legal education through clinics, classes, and in-court volunteers. The VLP's primary focus is Family Law, but the program also assists with certain housing, consumer, and bankruptcy issues.

A volunteer attorney offers a free 20 minute legal consultation for general immigration questions.

Provides free legal assistance by phone for LGBTQ people and their legal advocates. Focuses on helping with custody disputes, separation or divorce, and immigration or asylum. Can potentially assist with other topics as well. Advocates for equitable public policies affecting the LGBTQ community, and conducts community education on LGBTQ issues.

Provides Legal information on the following topics: Divorce, Parenting Plan Modification, Paternity, Third-Party Custody and Protection Orders. Also provides services for Land Lord/Tennant Issues, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Bankruptcy, and Will preparation

The ACLU-WA participates in "impact litigation" designed to protect civil rights and civil liberties for large numbers of Washington residents. Does NOT typically provide legal representation to individual complainants and is not a general legal services provider. Through the Information and Referral Program (IRP), DOES provide: - "Know your rights" and legal self-help literature - Referrals to appropriate agencies and organizations In some areas of ACLU emphasis, is able to provide limited advocacy or more specialized advice. The ACLU is particularly active in the following issue areas: - Freedom of expression and freedom of religion - Police practices and accountability - Student rights, school discipline, and education issues - LGBTQ issues - Voting rights - Houseless issues - Sentencing reform - Health Care - Technology and Privacy

Provides information and referrals in regard to legal matters such as family law, housing issues, access to government benefits, access to medical care and benefits, education rights, employment issues (primarily for agricultural workers), tribal law, and consumer related issues such as bankruptcy, debt collection, or fraud.

Provides over-the-phone legal information and advice for individuals who have criminal, CPS or APS issues.

Rural Resources helps older adults remain as independent and self sufficient as possible through programs including:Information and assistance, Case management, Respite care, and Family Caregiver Support.

Website offers general information regarding family, housing financial, employment issues and more.

The Dispute Resolution Center is a Fair Housing Counselor for Snohomish County and provides information to the public regarding Fair Housing regulations.

Provides free legal assistance and information to people who have been denied unemployment benefits. Services may include representation at unemployment benefits administrative hearings, administrative appeals and Superior Court appeals. Will also provide administrative and Superior Court appeals advice to those who represented themselves at the administrative hearings.

Call the CLEAR*Sr at 1-888-387-7111 hotline for legal information and advice, and possible referral to this office for assistance with numerous civil (non-criminal) legal issues. Seniors (age 60 and over).

Helps families navigate their way through family law court by helping them complete the necessary forms, prepare documents and learn how to represent themselves in court. Provides all the necessary forms as well as free photocopying and technology services. Offers weekend and evening legal workshops and clinics. Interactive, in-person format. At the conclusion of a workshop, the presenter(s) will be available to meet privately with those users who request a private coaching session.

Provides food boxes, pet food, clothing, showers, blood pressure checks, bus passes, legal information services, and benefit and housing resources.