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Free Legal Aid in Indianapolis<\/h1>\n
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Do you have a legal issue, but can\u2019t afford to hire an attorney? There are many free or low-cost legal service<\/a> options for Marion county residents. The main ways are through legal assistance programs such as the Indiana Legal Services<\/a>, <\/b>a nonprofit law firms providing free legal aid to low-income residents, <\/b>or through other programs run by the Indiana State Bar Association<\/a>. There may be income limits that apply for you to qualify for free\/low-cost help. Contact the specific agency to learn more. Below is a list of several organizations available to help you.<\/p>\n

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    \n \n American Civil Liberties Union of Indianapolis\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    1031 E. Washington St.<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46202<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 635-4059 ext. 102\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    <\/b>Areas of Law<\/u>: Discrimination, Election and Voting, Freedom Speech, Freedom of Religion, Immigration Rights, LGBT Rights, Privacy, Police Practices, Jail and Prison Conditions, and other issues of fair treatment by government.<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: <\/b>The ACLU does not usually assist in the following types of cases: criminal defense or post-conviction appeals, divorce or child custody disputes, property disputes, tax problems, workers compensation issues, consumer complaints, landlord-tenant disputes, building code issues and complaints about lawyers or judges.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n Ask a Lawyer (Indiana Bar Association)\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    135 N. Pennsylvania St., Suite 1500<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46204<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 269-2000\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law<\/u>: Criminal and Civil<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: This is a one-day event put on by the state bar. You can meet with an attorney to ask basic legal questions for free. Call to find specific dates and times.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Heartland Pro Bono Council\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    151 North Delaware, Suite 1800<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46204<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 614-5304\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law<\/u>: Civil and Family Law<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: Heartland provides legal assistance to income-eligible clients.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Indiana Legal Services\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    151 North Delaware, Suite 1800<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46204<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 631-9410\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law<\/u>: Family law, Consumer law, Senior law, Housing issues, Public benefits, Migrant Farm Workers<\/a>, Homeless Representation<\/a>, Immigration<\/a><\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: This is a nonprofit law firm serving low-income residents of Marion County. Legal fees are based upon income. Call for more details.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Indianapolis Legal Aid Society (William E. English Building)\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    615 N. Alabama, Suite 122<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46204<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 635-9538\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law<\/u>: Bankruptcy, Domestic Violence, Family law, Consumer law, Senior law, Housing issues, Public benefits  Good to Know: Legal services are free for those who are income-eligible. A person who does not financially qualify for representation is referred panel of private attorneys who accept cases from on a reduced-fee basis.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n Indianapolis Bar Association Legal Aid Line\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    135 N. Pennsylvania St., Suite 1500<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46204<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 269-2000\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law<\/u>: Most areas of the law are covered by the aid line.<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: Volunteer attorneys are available to answer basic legal questions via phone free of charge. Hours are limited.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic \n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    3333 N Meridian Street, Suite 201<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46208<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 429-4131\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law<\/u>: <\/b>Landlord\/Tenant, Immigration, <\/b>Bankruptcy, <\/b>Housing\/Foreclosure<\/a>, <\/b>Wills\/Estates, Public Benefits, Discrimination, <\/b>Consumer\/Debt, <\/b>Tax Controversies <\/b>Criminal Records Expungement, Driver\u2019s License Issues, Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: This clinic does not accept family law or criminal cases. All services are on a first come, first served basis. Arrive early. Space is limited.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Bankruptcy<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n Bankruptcy Legal Help Line (Indiana Bar Association)\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    135 N. Pennsylvania St., Suite 1500<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n Indiana<\/span>\n 46204<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 269-1910\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Good to Know<\/u>: This is a telephone only service. You may call for free legal advice during designated times.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Civil Rights<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n NAACP Indiana (Branch Office)\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    300 E. Fall Creek Parkway North Dr.<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46205<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317)925-5127\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law<\/u>: Civil Rights, Employment, Housing, Public Benefits, Police Misconduct, and more.<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: Legal services are available to low-income African Americans and other minority groups.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Domestic Violence and Family Law<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n Protective Order Pro Bono Project (Center for Victim and Human Rights)\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    201 N. Illinois Street, 16th Floor, South Tower<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46204<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 610-3427\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Area of Law<\/u>: Domestic Violence<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: <\/b>This is a free legal services to victims of domestic violence. Income limits apply. To be considered, you must fill out the intake form.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n The Julian Center\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    2011 North Meridian Street <\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46202<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 941-2200\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Area of Law<\/u>: Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: Julian Center offers supportive services including emergency shelter, outreach, counseling, transitional housing, affordable housing, advocacy, education,  and case management. Call to learn more.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Family Law<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n Marion County Superior Court Self-Represented Litigant Divorce Workshop (City-County Building, Family Resource Center)\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    200 E. Washington Street, Room W-125<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46204<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (317) 269-2222\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law<\/u>: Divorce                            \n<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: <\/b>This is a free divorce workshop for those who qualify based on income. You must be registered and prescreened. All screenings happen in person. No phone calls.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Immigration Law<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n Muslim Alliance of Indiana (Indi\u00adana Inter\u00adchurch Cen\u00adter)\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    1100 W. 42nd St., Suite 125<\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46208<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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    Area of Law<\/u>: Domestic Violence, Immigration<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: <\/b>Services are by referral only. Call to learn more.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Wills and Power of Attorney<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n Low Asset Wills Program (Indiana Bar Association)\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    135 N. Pennsylvania St., Suite 1500 <\/p>\n \n

    \n Indianapolis,<\/span>\n IN<\/span>\n 46204<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (414) 276-5931\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Area of Law<\/u>: Wills, Power of Attorney<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/u>: Qualified individuals can meet privately with an attorney who will draft a last will & testament and advance directives for them.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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