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Included in this list are organizations that provide free or low-cost legal services to victims and survivors of abuse, as well as to others who qualify. Even if the organization does not have a lawyer available to represent you in court, you may want to ask if there is a lawyer with whom you can consult to obtain advice. We list the organizations by the county where the office is located, but many offices serve multiple counties. We indicate the “counties served” whenever possible. You can click “View All” to look through the complete list of organizations.
Please note: WomensLaw does not have a relationship with or promote the organizations listed on these pages. Because we include thousands of resources, we cannot review them regularly or vouch for the information or services they provide. We share these resources to help all victims and survivors of abuse find essential direct services and support their needs and safety concerns.
King
Eastside Legal Assistance Program
Bellevue, WAPhone: (425) 747-7274 (English)
Phone 2: (425) 620-2778 (español)
Fax: (425) 747-7504
URL: https://elap.org/
Email: info@elap.org
The Eastside Legal Assistance Program (ELAP) provides free legal help and resources on civil legal issues to low-income residents in King County. Staff attorneys provide legal services to domestic violence survivors who have been referred to ELAP by a domestic violence program or other service provider. Services offered could include legal advice, help obtaining a protection order, support during court processes, referrals for additional service, and representation in court. ELAP also holds free monthly legal clinics in the county on a variety of topics including domestic violence/family law, housing, immigration, employment, and more. At the domestic violence clinic, they can help draft protection orders and provide one-time legal advice on divorce, custody, and parenting plans. Call their office to make an appointment at one of their legal clinics.
Family Violence Appellate Project
1239 120th Avenue NE, Suite JBellevue, WA 98005
Phone: (360) 680-1030
URL: https://fvaplaw.org/
Email: infowa@fvaplaw.org
Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal representation to domestic violence survivors at the appellate level. They focus on cases where trial court decisions leave survivors and their children at serious risk of further abuse. Interpretation and translation services are available. FVAP serves everyone regardless of immigration status.
King County Bar Association Pro Bono Services
1200 5th Avenue, Suite 700Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 267-7100
URL: https://www.kcba.org/?pg=Free-Legal-Assistance
The Pro Bono Services department works with volunteer attorneys, paralegals, law students, and community members to provide free legal assistance to eligible, low-income King County residents. Legal advice and services are available in a various areas of law including housing, debt/bankruptcy, family law, and vacating criminal records. Their Domestic Violence Legal Advocacy Project offers direct representation in protection order cases and family law cases; for these services call 211 or ask a domestic violence organization to refer you. Interpreter services are available upon request.
Legal Voice
907 Pine Street, Suite 500Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 682-9522
URL: https://legalvoice.org/
Legal Voice aims to protect the legal rights of women and LGBTQ people in the Northwest by providing extensive legal information. Their website offers publications and links to resources on legal issues affecting women and families, including gender-based violence, family law, and more.
Neighborhood Legal Clinics
King County Bar Association1200 5th Ave, Suite 700
Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 267-7070
URL: https://www.kcba.org/?pg=Neighborhood-Legal-Clinics
The Neighborhood Legal Clinics program (NLC) offers free, limited legal advice and referrals to eligible King County and Washington residents with legal issues in King County. NLC provides free consultations of 30-60 minutes for civil legal issues with volunteer attorneys. They also hold legal clinics throughout King County for general legal topics, family law, debt/bankruptcy, and civil rights, which are listed on the website. Attorneys will determine whether the client has a legal problem, suggest possible options, and provide referrals if needed. These attorneys will not represent clients in court. To make an appointment, complete the online intake form or call their office.
Northwest Justice Project - Kent Satellite Office
124 4th Avenue South, Suite 240Kent, WA 98032
Phone: (253) 480-6125 or (855) 682-0795
Fax: (253) 852-6050
URL: https://nwjustice.org/home
Northwest Justice Project (NJP) provides eligible low-income individuals with free legal help including legal advice, education, limited legal services, self-help materials, referrals, and representation. NJP has several specialized programs that serve distinct populations such as survivors of domestic violence, Native Americans, farm workers, persons over 60 years of age, and others. In some cases, clients may be asked to help pay some of the costs of a court case, and this will be discussed beforehand. For legal issues in King County, call 2-1-1 to be referred to a legal aid provider or apply for services by completing the online application on the NJP website. Persons aged 60 and over can call CLEAR*Sr at (888) 387-7111.
Northwest Justice Project - Main Office
401 Second Avenue South, Suite 407Seattle, WA 98225
Phone: (206) 464-1519 or (888) 201-1012
Fax: (206) 624-7501
URL: https://nwjustice.org/home
Northwest Justice Project (NJP) provides eligible low-income individuals with free legal help including legal advice, education, limited legal services, self-help materials, referrals, and representation. NJP has several specialized programs that serve distinct populations such as survivors of domestic violence, Native Americans, farm workers, persons over 60 years of age, and others. In some cases, clients may be asked to help pay some of the costs of a court case, and this will be discussed beforehand. For legal issues in King County, call 2-1-1 to be referred to a legal aid provider or apply for services by completing the online application on the NJP website. Persons aged 60 and over can call CLEAR*Sr at (888) 387-7111. This office serves King County.
Protection Order Advocacy Program
Maleng Regional Justice Center 4014th Avenue North, Room 2B
Kent, WA 98032
Phone 2: (206) 477-3758
URL: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/pao/courts-jails-legal-system/protection-orders
The Protection Order Advocacy Program is a program of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Program advocates provide free assistance to individuals seeking a domestic violence protection order and are available for in-person and virtual appointments. The program website provides information about the different types of protection orders in Washington and the protection order process. The website also links to the King County Protection Order Portal, which has tools, helpful videos, and resources for filing electronically for a protection order.
Protection Order Advocacy Program
King County Courthouse516 3rd Avenue, Room C213
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: (206) 477-1103
URL: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/pao/courts-jails-legal-system/protection-orders
The Protection Order Advocacy Program is a program of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Program advocates provide free assistance to individuals seeking a domestic violence protection order and are available for in-person and virtual appointments. The program website provides information about the different types of protection orders in Washington and the protection order process. The website also links to the King County Protection Order Portal, which has tools, helpful videos, and resources for filing electronically for a protection order.
Kitsap
Northwest Justice Project - Bremerton Satellite Office
400 Warren Avenue, Suite 350Bremerton, WA 98337
Phone: (360) 377-6378
Phone 2: (888) 201-1014 (CLEAR intake line)
Fax: (360) 627-9256
URL: https://nwjustice.org/home
Northwest Justice Project (NJP) provides eligible low-income individuals with free legal help including legal advice, education, limited legal services, self-help materials, referrals, and representation. NJP has several specialized programs that serve distinct populations such as survivors of domestic violence, Native Americans, farm workers, persons over 60 years of age, and others. In some cases, clients may be asked to help pay some of the costs of a court case, and this will be discussed beforehand. Apply for services by completing the online application on the NJP website, or call their intake and referral hotline called CLEAR (Coordinated Legal Education Advice and Referral). Persons aged 60 and over can call CLEAR*Sr at (888) 387-7111.
