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Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Adams County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 339-4218. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 416-7083
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 486-9545
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    Local Phone: 608-269-8690 Toll Free Phone: 888-339-7854
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 740-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 365-1587
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 537-4261
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 472-8008
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 273-2001
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (920) 448-4300
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 219-1043 Benefits, long term care, senior services, prevention and wellness information and activities.
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    855-417-6892, (608) 240-7400 Disability Benefit Specialists (DBS) assist individuals between the ages of 18 and 59 who have physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, mental health issues and/or substance abuse issues
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 883-5378.
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 663-3607
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 538-3031
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 485-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 739-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 400-6920
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 578-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 742-9233
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 794-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 492-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 924-6407 or (920) 386-3580
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 828-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 946-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (715) 232-4006
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (715) 839-4735
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 528-2372 or (715) 528-4890
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 435-7335 or (920) 929-3400.
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 699-6704
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 514-0066
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (414) 289-6660
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 273-0804
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 920-2525
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 741-3600
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 372-2333
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 886-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 677-2372
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 306-3030
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    Local Phone: 715-284-3978 Toll Free Phone: 844-493-4245
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    Local Phone: 608-785-5700 Toll-Free Phone: 800-500-3910
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    Local Phone: 608-637-5201 Toll-Free Phone: 888-637-1323
  • Ashland County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 682-7019. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases
  • Bankruptcy Assistance Program
    (608) 204-9642 Assists individuals with Chapter 7 bankruptcy questions.
  • Bankruptcy Pro Se Help Desk
  • Bar Association Free Legal Clinic
    Volunteer attorneys and paralegals meet with visitors for 15 minutes and answer legal and procedural questions.
  • Barron County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 537-6220. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Basic Estate Planning Clinic
    (608) 243-2881 Helps low-income individuals prepare basic estate planning documents. Schedule and appointment information are on their website.
  • Bridge to Hope
    (715) 235-9074 (24 Hour Hotline: 800-924-9918) The Bridge to Hope offers free and confidential services to victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking in Dunn and Pepin Counties, Wisconsin.
  • Calumet County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 849-1438 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Canopy Center
    (608) 241-4888 A child abuse treatment and prevention agency serving the Dane County community.
  • CAP Services
    (800) 472-3377 Assistance for low-income individuals undergoing a family crisis and victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.
  • CASA for Kids
    (608) 781-2783 Provide court-based advocacy for children who are under court jurisdiction due to of abuse or neglect.
  • CASA for Kids
    (608) 781-2783 Provide court-based advocacy for children who are under court jurisdiction due to abuse or neglect.
  • CASA of Brown County
    (920) 437-2272
  • CASA of Rock County
    (608) 305-0187 Provide court-based advocacy for children who are under court jurisdiction due to of abuse or neglect.
  • Catholic Charities of Green Bay
    (877) 500-3580 ext. 8234, or (920) 272-8234 Legal services to immigrants.
  • Catholic Charities of La Crosse
    (888) 212-4357. Legal services to immigrants.
  • Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services
    (414) 643-8570 Provides legal representation and resources for persons who need assistance with their legal status for living in the United States.
  • Center Against Sexual & Domestic Abuse (CASDA)
    (800) 649-2921 Assists with criminal justice, restraining orders, victims of abuse, family and civil law, immigration.
  • Center Point Counseling
    (608) 638-7420 Provides mediation services for family law cases.
  • Centro Hispano Immigration Services
    Call to make an appointment: (608) 442-4012
  • Centro Legal
    (414) 384-7900 Serves clients with family law and criminal misdemeanor defense cases
  • Child Support Agency Pro Se Clinic
    (414) 615-2587. Services available Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. regarding pro se stipulation motion forms and health insurance obligations.
  • Chippewa County Bar Association Free Legal Clinic
    Fourth Wednesday of every month; 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Chippewa Falls Public Library in Chippewa Falls.
  • Chippewa County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 726-7733 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services
    (800) 261-5998, (920) 235-5998 Assist individuals in preparing and obtaining TRO/Injunctions, prepare individuals for court proceedings and testimony and attend court hearing with victims.
  • Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services
    (800) 261-5998, (920) 235-5998
  • Clean Slate Milwaukee
    (414) 627-0067 Helps individuals to expunge eligible court criminal records. This clinic meets periodically. Check their website or Facebook page for upcoming events and related handouts.
  • Community Advocates
    (414) 449-4777 Serving people in need of urgent help, victims of domestic violence, people living with mental illness, and people dealing with substance abuse. Services include assistance with housing, utilities, health care, SSI and disability, homelessness and mental illness, and family violence.
  • Community Immigration Law Center
    (608) 640-4444 Offers brief consultations on basic legal immigration issues on a first come, first serve basis. Case assessment and legal advice provided by our volunteer immigration lawyers. Assistance with immigration forms and fillings.
  • Community Justice Incorporated
    (608) 204-9642 Represents low-income families and individuals in cases involving landlord/tenant, disability and mental health, employment, family, child welfare, education, discrimination, consumer/credit, land use, environmental issues. New users must call during intake hours: Mon-Thurs 1-4 pm. Be prepared to spend 15-30 mins on the phone.
  • Community Justice Services
    Alternatives to jail and public safety services
  • Community Referral Agency
    (800) 261-7233. Provides advocacy and services for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse.
  • Community Referral Agency
    (800) 261-7233 Advocacy and services for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse.
  • Community Resource Guide
    Social and legal assistance organization directory.
  • Community Resource Guide for Families
    Legal and social services, and community businesses and services directory.
  • Conflict Resolution Center
    (920) 236-4925 Mediators assist with disputes involving small claims, neighbor problems, domestic problems, juvenile disputes, consumer/merchant issues, worksite problems, and personal or business relationships. Located in the Winnebago County Courthouse.
  • Conflict Resolution Center
    Oshkosh: (920) 236-4925, Neenah: (920) 727-2880 Can help mediate disputes involving small claims, neighbor problems, domestic problems, juvenile disputes, consumer/merchant issues, worksite problems, and personal or business relationship disputes.
  • County Bar Association Free Legal Clinic
  • Crawford County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 326-4802 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Dane County Law Library
    (608) 266-6316
  • Disability Rights Wisconsin
    (800) 928-8778 or (715) 736-1232. Disability Rights helps people across Wisconsin gain access to services and opportunity through its advocacy and legal expertise. Legal support addresses access, inclusion, dignity, most-integrated choices and equal rights issues.
  • Disability Rights Wisconsin
    (608) 267-0214 Disability Rights helps people across Wisconsin gain access to services and opportunity through its advocacy and legal expertise. Legal support addresses access, inclusion, dignity, most-integrated choices and equal rights issues.
  • Disability Rights Wisconsin
    (414) 773-4646 Disability Rights helps people across Wisconsin gain access to services and opportunity through its advocacy and legal expertise. Legal support addresses access, inclusion, dignity, most-integrated choices and equal rights issues.
  • Dodge County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 386-3610 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS)
    (608) 251-4445 or (800) 747-4045 Offers crisis intervention and community education/prevention programs, including a 24-hour help line, programming for children from violent homes, legal advocacy, support groups, emergency safety planning, and a domestic violence shelter.
  • Domestic Abuse Project Family & Children's Center
    (608) 637-7052 Provides a trained, experienced advocate for individuals experiencing domestic violence
  • Domestic Violence Center
    (920) 684-5770 (24-hour crisis line) Provides shelter, crisis intervention, and supportive services for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse and their families.
  • Door County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 746-2284 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Douglas County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 395-1349 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Dunn County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 232-1687 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Program offers early intervention.
  • Eau Claire County Restorative Justice Program
    (715) 835-6521. Offers victim offender conferencing, accountability workshops, peace circles, at risk accountability mentoring, and suspension/expulsion re-entry services.
  • Eau Claire County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 839-4795 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Program offers crisis response services.
  • Economic Justice Institute (EJI)
    (608) 890-0678. Serves low-income and other under-represented clients in matters designed to enhance access to justice and economic security. The Economic Justice Institute (EJI) is home to the University of Wisconsin Law School's civil, anti-poverty clinical programs.
  • Embrace
    Serves several counties. Find phone numbers on their website. Assistance in filing restraining orders, preparation for injunction court hearing and support during the hearing. Embrace also provides accompaniment advocacy to law enforcement and prosecution interviews, child forensic interviews, and work with survivors to help them understand their rights when navigating the civil and criminal court systems. Embrace can also assist with referrals to legal assistance programs.
  • Eviction defense clinic
    Call 608-890-0678 or email eji@law.wisc.edu for help. Se habla espa?ol.
  • Eviction Defense Project
    Meets in room 406 of the Milwaukee County Courthouse on Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 12:30PM. Limited Capacity (First Come - First Served)
  • Eviction defense project
    Legal Action of Wisconsin's Eviction Defense Project (EDP) is court-based, FREE legal aid for low-income tenants who are facing eviction. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Dane County clinic is located at 744 Williamson St (same building as Ground Zero and El Dorado Grill). The office hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, and certain Fridays. Call the intake line to schedule an appointment: 855-947-2529.
  • Family Advocates
    (800) 924-2624 Domestic abuse and sexual assault services.
  • Family Court Clinic
    See the current clinic schedule for hours. Meets at the Dane County Courthouse
  • Family Court Program
    (920) 832-5660 Mediation and evaluation services to parents who are unable to resolve legal custody, placement and visitation
  • Family Court Services
    (920) 236-4762 Family Court Services provides mediation services for parents who have disputes concerning child custody and placement issues. Referrals from the Family Court and mediation services are available to all parents who have a Winnebago County Family Court order, as the result of a divorce action or a paternity action.
  • Family Law Assistance Center
  • Family Law Assistance Center
    See the current clinic schedule for hours. Meets at the Dane County Courthouse
  • Family Law Assistance Program
    On certain Tuesday's from noon to 1:00 p.m., in room 1104 of the Justice Center, volunteer attorneys assist Washington County self represented family court litigants by providing forms, written instructions, and checklists. Walk-ins are welcome, and will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Family Law Information Center
    (608) 785-5886. Volunteer attorneys and lay persons assist pro se litigants by directing them to resources and assisting with but not filling out pro se family law forms.
  • Family Law Information Center
    (715) 344-3677 The Family Law Information Center (FLIC) assists litigants with family law issues who are unrepresented by legal counsel. The FLIC is staffed by community volunteers who are trained to help pro se litigants with court forms and legal process.
  • Family Legal Clinic
    (262) 548-7544 The center provides a public access computer and materials for legal research purposes, copy services (for a fee), and family court staff who provide assistance with court forms, procedural information, referrals to community and legal resources.
  • Family Support Center
    (715) 723-1138 or (800) 400-7020 The mission of the Family Support Center is to help women, men and children end domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and other forms of interpersonal violence through education, prevention and intervention services.
  • Florence County Caring House
    (715) 528-5161 Provides domestic violence related services.
  • Florence County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 528-3362 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Fond du Lac County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 929-3050 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Foreclosure Mediation
    (920) 236-4925. Assists homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Calumet County. Mediation is a confidential and voluntary process where you and the lender seeking to foreclose on your home may discuss ways to resolve your foreclosure case, including reinstatement of the loan and possible modification of the loan terms.
  • Foreclosure Mediation
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (877) 721-6262 Assists qualified homeowners in communicating with lenders to discuss settlement alternatives early in the foreclosure process with the goal of reducing the number of foreclosures.
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (920) 683-4025 or (920) 236-4925 Assists homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Manitowoc County. Mediation is a confidential and voluntary process where the homeowner and the lender seeking to foreclose may discuss ways to resolve the foreclosure case.
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (920) 236-4925 Outagamie County's foreclosure mediation program is administered by the Winnebago Conflict Resolution Center, Inc. and is part of the Wisconsin Foreclosure Mediation Network. The Program is available to assist homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Outagamie County.
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
    Assists homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Waupaca County. Mediation is a confidential and voluntary process where you and the lender seeking to foreclose on your home may discuss ways to resolve your foreclosure case, including reinstatement of the loan and possible modification of the loan terms.
  • Forest County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 478-3105 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • FRIENDS, Inc
    (262) 334-7298 Offers survivors of Domestic and Sexual violence a 24/7 Crisis Line, Short-Term Emergency Shelter, 1 v1 Supportive Advocacy for Adults and Minors, Legal Advocacy, Information and Referral, Community and Prevention Education, and Support Groups.
  • Golden House
    (877) 431-4321, (920) 432-4244 Domestic violence services and shelter.
  • Grant County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 723-2462 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Green County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 328-9426 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Green Haven Family Advocates
    (608) 325-7711 (Crisis line) or (608) 325-6489 (Business line) Provides domestic abuse and sexual assault services. An advocate may provide Information and referral services for legal services and assist with court forms.
  • Green Lake County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 294-4047 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Harbor House Domestic Abuse Programs
    (800) 970-1171, (920) 832-1666
  • Haven, Inc.
    (715) 536-1300 Advocates provide assistance with obtaining restraining orders, employment, education, housing, medical services, financial services, other legal aid and counseling for victims.
  • Hmong American Friendship Association Sexual Assault Victim Services
    (414) 322-9522 Crisis intervention, ongoing case management, mediation, and support groups, to Southeast Asian (including Hmong) survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
  • Hope House
    (800) 584-6790 (Helpline), (608) 256-9123 (Office) Assist individuals in obtaining temporary restraining orders and injunctions, preparation for pro se family law cases, and navigating the criminal justice system.
  • Hope House
    (608) 356-9123 Volunteers assist individuals in obtaining temporary restraining orders and injunctions, preparation for pro se family law cases, and navigating the criminal justice system.
  • Hope House
    (608) 356-9123 or (800) 584-6790 or (608) 356-7500
  • Hope House
    (800) 584-6790 (608) 356-9123
  • Hope House
    (608) 356-9123
  • Immigration Affairs Department of Human Services
    (608) 242-6260 Providing outreach and resources to immigrants, and refugee communities in Dane County
  • Immigration Legal Services Program (Catholic Multicultural Center)
    608-441-0114
  • Immigration Services at Jewish Social Services
    (608) 442-4081 Make an appointment to consult with staff on your immigration case.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • International Institute of Wisconsin
    (414) 225-6220 Services to immigrants and refugees.
  • Iowa County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 935-0338 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Iron County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 561-5671 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Jackson County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 284-0239 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Jefferson County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 674-7220 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Juneau County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 847-9388 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Justiceworks, Ltd.
    (715) 344-3677 The Family Law Information Center (FLIC) assists litigants with family law issues who are unrepresented by legal counsel. The FLIC is staffed by community volunteers who are trained to help pro se litigants with court forms and legal process.
  • Kenosha County Legal Clinic
    (262) 652-5545 Volunteer attorneys provide legal advice on family, housing, guardianship, and consumer issues. The clinic is at the Center and is available on the first and third Fridays of the month. Contact the center to sign up.
  • Kenosha County Victim/Witness Services
    (262) 653-2400 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Kewaunee County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 388-7173 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Kids Matter Casa
    Provide court-based advocacy for children who are under court jurisdiction due to of abuse or neglect.
  • Lac Du Flambeau Domestic Abuse Program
    (715) 588-7660 Assist individuals in obtaining TRO/Injunctions in domestic abuse cases, and attend court proceedings with victims.
  • Lafayette County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 776-4846 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Langlade County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 627-6269 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 537-6265 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 743-5181 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 849-1414 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (608) 266-4311 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 232-2611 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 839-3762 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (608) 328-9433 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 294-4142 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 284-0213 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (608) 847-9356 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 627-6215 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 536-0319 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 683-4025 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 261-1300 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (414) 278-5295 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 369-6157 or (715) 369-6200 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 832-5131 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    715-273-6741 ext. 6405 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 532-2108 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 459-3063 or (920) 459-3094 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 748-1435 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 538-2311 ext. 240 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (608) 637-5340 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 236-4848 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 421-8520 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Court
    (715) 634-4886 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Law Library, La Crosse Public Library
    (608) 789-7100 Provides primary law reference materials, such as Wisconsin and Federal statutes and opinions. Also includes consumer oriented titles, State Bar of Wisconsin books, and Wisconsin Pleading and Practice. Provides access to WestlawNext.
  • Lawyer Referral and Information Service - Milwaukee Bar Association
    (414) 274-6768 Provides referrals to attorneys and community resources including government or nonprofit agencies when possible. Attorneys are available for a wide variety of legal issues. Attorneys will charge standard fees for services. The first half hour consultation with an attorney will cost $20 or less.
  • Lawyer Referral and Information Service; Waukesha Co Bar Ass'n
    (262) 544-4016 Provides free over the phone referral service for anyone that has a legal question or is seeking to obtain legal counsel.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and prospective students with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations, driver's license recovery, expungement, pardons, gender marker change and name change, and referrals for other legal issues (example: immigration, family law, housing). Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • Legal Advocate Program
    (715) 748-3795 Assist individuals in obtaining TRO/Injunctions in domestic abuse cases, and provide information and referral services.
  • Legal Aid Society
    (715) 344-3677
  • Legal Aid Society of Door County
    (920) 743-3934
  • Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee
    (414) 727-5300 Provides representation in family law, consumer and bankruptcy matters, housing issues, public benefits, HIV issues, elder law, tax controversies, and civil rights.
  • Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee, Children's Court Office
    (414) 257-7159 Provides representation in family law, consumer and bankruptcy matters, housing issues, public benefits, HIV issues, elder law, tax controversies, and civil rights.
  • Legal Assistance Clinic
  • Legal Clinic at Madison College
    Free clinic for a variety of legal issues, including bankruptcy, child support and family law, consumer protection, criminal records, driver's license restoration, expungement, foreclosures, immigration, rental housing, and victims of crimes.
  • Legal Research, Appleton Public Library
    (920) 832-6173 Provides access to Westlaw on one computer and a collection of law-related books, including titles published by the State Bar of Wisconsin.
  • Legal Services in Dane County
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Lincoln County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 536-0339 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Lotus Legal Clinic
    Provides free legal counsel to survivors of gender-based violence and human trafficking regardless of income
  • Low-Cost Legal Assistance in Dane Co
    A directory of free or low cost legal assistance organizations and clinics in Dane County. Also available translated into Chinese, Hmong, and Spanish.
  • Manitowoc County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 683-4074 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Marinette County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 732-7494 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Marquette County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 297-3018 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Marquette Legal Initiative for Nonprofit Corporations (M-LINC)
    Free legal advice for qualifying Wisconsin nonprofits and organizations seeking tax exempt or nonprofit status.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Menominee County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 526-4608 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Metro Milwaukee Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (414) 939-8800 Provides clients with an opportunity to negotiate in a more equal bargaining process, preserve home equity for borrowers, cash flow for lenders, and prevent blight in communities.
  • Milwaukee County Law Library
  • Milwaukee County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (414) 278-4667 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Crisis response program available.
  • Milwaukee Justice Center
    Services include the family law forms clinic, family law appointments for the second half of the divorce process, and a legal advice and referral clinic which covers family law, landlord/tenant, probate, small claims, and large claims questions.
  • Monroe County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 269-8030 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Mortgage Foreclosure Program
    (262) 741-7012 Assists homeowners/borrowers whose 1, 2, 3 or 4-family owner-occupied residential property is the subject of a mortgage foreclosure action.
  • Name Change Project, Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund
    Pro bono legal name change services to low-income TGNCNB (transgender, gender non-conforming, non-binary) people.
  • New Day Shelter
    (800) 924-4132. Provides emergency housing and food to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as crisis intervention and support services.
  • New Horizons Advocacy Program
    (888) 231-0066, (608) 791-2610 ext. 1303. Services to victims of domestic and sexual abuse.
  • Oconto County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 834-6832 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Office of the Staff Judge Advocate
    (608) 242-3071 Military members seeking legal advice may consult the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate.
  • Oneida County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 369-6133 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • People Against Domestic Abuse
    (800) 228-7232, (920) 674-6768 Crisis line for domestic and sexual abuse.
  • Pepin County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 672-8939 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Pierce County Legal Clinic
    Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Currently all meetings are being held over the phone. Please visit the Pierce County Facebook page for details.
  • Price County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 339-3095 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Pro Se Legal Clinic
    (920) 929-3404. For family court and probate.
  • Racine County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 636-3858 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Early response program is available.
  • Red Cliff Tribal Legal Resources
  • Rental Housing Center
    Rent and utilities help for tenants, landlord/tenant dispute resolution, relocation assistance.
  • Restorative Justice Program
    Program offers victim offender conferencing, family conferencing, a youth restitution program and a youth educational shoplifting prevention program.
  • Restorative Justice Project
    (608) 262-2240 Provides mediation services between victims/survivors of crime and criminal offenders throughout the State of Wisconsin.
  • Restraining Order & Survivor Advocacy Clinic
    See the current clinic schedule for hours. Meets at the Dane County Courthouse
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608)-256-1015 Family law, immigration law, and other related practice areas.
  • Salvation Army Legal Clinic
    Legal consultations are available at The Salvation Army every second and fourth Thursday of each month from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sign in by 2 p.m. Located at 710 Pennsylvania Ave. (East entrance), Sheboygan.
  • Sauk County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 355-4357 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Self-Help Center
    Contact the Self-Help Center to confirm hours of availability at 920-968-2965 or the Family Court Commissioner's Office at 920-832-5057. Assistance for individuals in stipulated divorce actions. Staffed by a coordinator and non-attorney volunteers.
  • SeniorLAW
    Free legal assistance to Milwaukee County residents who are 60 and older
  • Sexual Assault Center / Family Services
    (920) 846-2111 24 hour, confidential, free services for victims of sexual assault or abuse, and their families and friends.
  • Sexual Assault Crisis Center
    (800) 722-7797, (920) 733-8119
  • Shawano County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 526-4608 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Small Claims Clinic
    See the current clinic schedule for hours. Meets at the Dane County Courthouse
  • Small Claims Mediation
    (715) 386-4636
  • Sojourner Family Peace Center
    (414) 276-1911; (414) 933-2722 Domestic Violence Hotline Provides "courthouse advocacy and restraining order clinic, legal emergency assistance, children's advocacy" and a 24-hour domestic violence hotline.
  • St. Croix County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 386-4666 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases
  • St. Croix Valley Bar Free Legal Clinic
    (715) 246-3800 Attorneys on hand to meet with individuals for approximately 10 minutes to provide general information in the following areas of law: employment law, family law, landlord/tenant and small claims, criminal/traffic, estate planning/elder law/probate, real estate, business law, and debtor/creditor. Meets the third Wednesday of every month from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Currently all meetings are being held virtually and the connection link is on the website.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Stepping Stones, Inc
    (715) 748-3795 Assists individuals in obtaining temporary restraining orders (TRO)/injunctions in domestic abuse cases, and provide information and referral services.
  • Stepping Stones, Inc.
    (715) 748-3795 Assists individuals in obtaining temporary restraining orders (TRO)/injunctions in domestic abuse cases, and provides information and referral services.
  • Sunshine Free Legal Clinic
    No fee. Family law, immigration law, employment law, criminal law, landlord/tenant issues, and more. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., every first Thursday of the month at 1632 West Main Street, Sun Prairie 53590 (Sunshine Supper location).
  • Tenant Resource Center
    (877) 238-7368 or 608-257-0006 Offers landlord/tenant mediation and a provides tenants, landlords and social service agency staff with information, referrals and applications for low-cost housing, subsidized housing, transitional housing and emergency shelter services.
  • Tenant Resource Center (UW-Madison location)
    (608) 216-2321 For UW-Madison students. Provides student tenant education, problem resolution assistance, and no cost mediation services for housing issues.
  • Trans Law Help
    Provides assistance to the transgender community by helping individuals obtain corrected identity documents (birth certificates, driver's licenses, passports, etc.) reflecting their authentic name and gender.
  • Transgender and Non-binary services
    Includes name change workshops for transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming individuals and assistance with filing forms at the Courthouse.
  • Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc.
    (800) 236-1222 or (715) 362-6841 Provides shelter, crisis intervention, and support services for victims of domestic abuse and sexual abuse and their families.
  • Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc.
    (800) 236-1222 or (715) 362-6841 Provides shelter, crisis intervention, and support services for victims of domestic abuse and sexual abuse and their families.
  • Turningpoint
    (715) 425-6751 Offers legal advocacy to victims of domestic and sexual abuse who are seeking legal support or assistance.
  • Unemployment Appeals Clinic
    (608) 255-5909 Unemployment compensation hearings and LIRC appeals.
  • United Migrant Opportunity Services
    (414) 389-6000 Adjustment of Status, U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions
  • University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Legal Clinic
    Assistance for currently enrolled University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students, with some limitations.
  • Urban League of Greater Madison
    Receive free criminal record reviews with an attorney. Provides advice regarding your eligibility for arrest removal and correction; expungement; and pardon. Assistance with paperwork and filing court documents IF eligible. Information about your rights related to employment and criminal records. Advice for answering job application and job interview questions about your background. Job leads & information about FREE career training opportunities.
  • Veterans Service Office
    (608) 266-4158
  • Victim / Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 448-4371
  • Victim / Witness Unit
    (608) 266-9003 Staff assists victims and witnesses throughout the criminal court process by answering questions, keeping victims and their families informed of case development, providing information and referrals to community service providers, assisting with restitution, and offering personal assistance when possible.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 685-6236. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 373-6111. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 743-5270 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 349-2164. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 785-9608 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 832-4615 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 238-8387 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 273-6749 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 485-9211 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 346-1300 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 647-3493
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 532-2159 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 459-0380 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 748-1450 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 538-2311 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 637-5359 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 479-3614 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 741-7194 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 468-4675 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 548-7071 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Mobile victim assistance program available.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 258-6445 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 787-0410 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 236-4977 Provides information to victims about their rights and how to exercise their rights and about services.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 421-8580 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Victim/Witness Program
    (715) 261-1111
  • Violence Intervention Project, Inc.
    (877) 847-3223 for 24-hour helpline. Provides support for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
  • Voces de la Frontera
    Worker's rights and immigration matters. Legal clinic is held Saturdays from 9-11am, at Voces de la Frontera 1027 S. 5th St. Milwaukee, WI 53204.
  • Volunteer Guardian Program
    (715) 537-6261
  • Volunteer Legal Advocates and Court Watch
    (715) 349-7272 Assists individuals to obtain TRO/Injunctions and attend court proceedings in domestic and sexual abuse cases
  • Washington County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 335-4475 A source of information and support for victims of adult and juvenile crime. A mediator and advocate for victims of crime in the criminal justice system.
  • Westlaw Access at University of Whitewater Library
    Westlaw is available to users in the library.
  • Wills for Heroes
    (608) 250-6177 Volunteer attorneys and support personnel participate in clinics around the state at which the volunteer attorneys prepare simple wills and other basic estate planning documents at no charge for eligible first responders and their spouses or domestic partners.
  • Winnebago Conflict Resolution Center
    Mediation and conflict resolution.
  • Wisconsin Foreclsoure Mediation Network
  • Wisconsin Legal Assistance For Military Personnel
    Legal help for service members, veterans, and their families.
  • Women and Children's Horizons
    (800) 853-3503 The legal advocacy program offers advocates that assist victims with restraining orders and family court issues such as divorces, legal separations, and child custody/placement issues.
  • Women's Community
    (715) 842-7323, (888) 665-1234 Counseling and other services for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault.
  • Worker Justice Wisconsin
    Help with workplace issues. Call or email to make an appointment. English and Spanish.

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