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These Self-Help Resources are provided by the King County Bar Association only as general educational and informational guidelines. They are not intended to, and do not, constitute legal advice to the reader. They are not intended to or designed to advise the reader on any particular course of action, nor are they intended to create an attorney- client relationship between the reader and either KCBA or the authors of the resources. The reader is advised to consult his or her attorney for legal advice regarding the specific facts and circumstances of their case. To hire an attorney, contact the KCBA Lawyer Referral Service. For a free consultation with a volunteer attorney, contact Neighborhood Legal Clinics.
The LRTC is free to the public and has 6 computers equipped with Internet Explorer and MS Word. All computers have dedicated connections to legal research databases & may be used for up to 2 hours per day per patron. Law librarians are available to assist patrons in legal research.
Links to information on numerous legal topics. Site is currently under construction, but some content is currently available. Sponsored by Northwest Justice Project, Washington State Access to Justice Network, Legal Services Corporation, Columbia Legal Services, and the Washington Courts.
On-line pamphlets on numerous legal topics, including lawyer-client relationships, alternatives to court, family law, estate planning, real estate, and more.
The mission of the lawforwa website is to give the people of Washington easy access to information on the law, the courts, the government, and civic rights and responsibilities. It is a public service of the Council on Public Legal Education and the University of Washington
A catch all site to search the Revised Code of Washington, Washington Administrative Code, Washington State, County & City Municipal Codes. A service of Municipal Research & Services Center of Washington, a non-profit.
Information on legal rights of consumers, including an introduction to the legal system,
advice on choosing a lawyer, and information about responding to defective products.
Sponsored by the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association.
A non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing free legal advice and money management to individuals and families throughout the State of Washington. Program provides Personal Financial Management classes required by the new bankruptcy laws. The website outlines the range of their programs, projects and resources.
Pamphlet giving general information on the criminal justice system. Includes rights of persons accused with crimes. Sponsored by Washington State Bar Association.
Washington state's program for providing financial assistance for crime victims. Includes downloadable forms. Sponsored by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
Washington state agency responsible for the collection and distribution of child support. Brochures available in many languages; information is available on the child support program, hearing rights, modifications, paternity, interstate child support, options for victims of domestic violence, employer guidelines, child support and foster care, direct deposit, and automatic support payments.
Home page of the Family Law Section of the American Bar Association. Includes links to family law magazines and publications, reports, committees. Highlights recent changes in the area of family law.
Assistance for victims of domestic and sexual assault and those who provide services for them. Includes self-help ideas, training and related information.
A national resource with information on the prevention, identification, and treatment of child abuse and neglect. Sponsored by the US Department of Health and Human Services.
An organization of lawyers representing individual employees in cases involving employment discrimination, wrongful termination, employee benefits, and other employment related matters.
Provides assistance to those in need, including assistance and advocacy for obtaining shelter, food, transportation, and communication. Offers special assistance for the elderly and disabled.
The largest non-profit agency serving older people in Washington. Services include: Meals-on-Wheels, Volunteer Transportation, Homesharing, Minor Home Repair, African American Outreach, Senior Information and Assistance, Senior Rights Assistance as well as neighborhood senior centers and adult day health programs.
Provides assistance and referrals to street youth that face a variety of legal problems, including family issues, educational problems, mental health issues, and difficulty accessing state and federal entitlements such as housing and financial assistance.
Explanation of the laws regarding the rights of students in public schools, with special attention to school discipline. Sponsored by the ACLU of Washington.
