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Free Legal Aid in Albuquerque<\/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 residents in Bernalillo County. Some of the main providers are New Mexico Legal Aid<\/a>, a nonprofit civil legal advocacy organization providing free legal aid to low-income residents and seniors, <\/b>or through the State Bar of New Mexico<\/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 New Mexico\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    P.O. Box 566<\/p>\n \n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87109<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 266-5915\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: 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: 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, complaints about lawyers or judges, or tribal law matters. To apply, fill out the intake form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Courthouse Booth Lawyer Referral Service\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    Albuquerque Bar Association<\/p>\n \n

    540 Chama St NE <\/p>\n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87108<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 256-0417\/(505) 256-0417 \n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Case Types: Child Custody, Dissolution of Marriage, Domestic Violence, Housing, Wills, Name Change, Landlord\/Tenant, Small Claims-Civil<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: Call to learn dates and times.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Bridge to Justice Referral Program\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    State Bar of New Mexico<\/p>\n \n

    5121 Masthead NE<\/p>\n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87109<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 797-6066\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Civil Rights, Community Development, Consumer, Debt\/Credit\/Bankruptcy, Disability, Education, Elder Law, Employment, Family & Juvenile, Foreclosure, Health, HIV\/AIDS, Homeless, Housing, Immigration & Naturalization, Life Planning, Nonprofit Organizations, Prisoners, Public Benefits, Taxes, Veterans<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This is not a free service. You will get a 30-minute consultation with an attorney for $30.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n New Mexico Legal Aid\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    301 Gold Avenue, SW<\/p>\n \n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87125<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 243-7871 \n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Landlord\/Tenant disputes, Family law, Public Benefit, Housing and Job Discrimination, Domestic Violence and Child Abuse, Employee Rights, Elder Law,<\/p>\n

    Mental Health and Disability Issues, Native American, Immigration<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This organization provides free legal services to qualifying low-income New Mexico residents. They do not handle any criminal matters.<\/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 \n Consumer Debt\/Bankruptcy Clinic\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    State Bar of New Mexico <\/p>\n \n

    5121 Masthead NE <\/p>\n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87109<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 797-6094 \n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Bankruptcy, Consumer Debt<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This office offers bankruptcy assistance for low-income residents of Bernalillo County. Workshops begin with a presentation by volunteer attorneys, followed by a question and answer period. After the lecture, attorneys meet with individuals for a free one-on-one consultation to discuss specific bankruptcy and consumer debt issues.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Disability Law<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n Disability Rights of New Mexico\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    720 Louisiana Blvd. NE<\/p>\n \n

    Suite 204<\/p>\n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87110<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 256-3100 \n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Disability, Abuse, Neglect, Benefits Assistance, and Employment, Access to Public Accommodations, Special Education, Negotiation, and Mediation.<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This is a statewide program providing legal representation to those with mental and physical disabilities throughout New Mexico. Your legal issue must directly relate from your disability.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Elder Law<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n Lawyer Referral for the Elderly\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    New Mexico State Bar Association<\/p>\n \n

    5121 Masthead NE<\/p>\n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87109<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 797-6005 \n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Civil Medicare\/Medicaid, Social Security, Powers of Attorney \/ Advance Healthcare Directives, Guardianships\/Conservatorships, Long-Term Care, Foreclosure, Renters and Homeowners issues, Employment, Consumer Protection, Grandparent Caregivers, Creditor Problems, Transfer on Death Deeds, Estate Planning<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: Volunteer attorneys are available to answer basic legal questions via phone free of charge for New Mexico residents age 55 and over. They can also provide attorney referrals for more complex legal issues.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Domestic Violence<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n Enlace Comunitario\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    PO Box 8919<\/p>\n \n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87198<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 246-8972\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Family, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: Domestic violence services are offered in Spanish and free of cost to victims of domestic violence and their children, regardless of their legal immigration status. Attorneys represent clients in civil domestic violence and domestic matters cases.<\/p>\n

    Important: If you are in immediate danger, please call 911 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).<\/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 \n New Mexico Family Legal Assistance\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    505 Marquette Avenue NW, (P.O. Box 25486)<\/p>\n \n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87102 <\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: 1 (866) 416-1922\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Family Law, Domestic Violence, Landlord\/Tenant, Small Claims<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: NMFLAG provides free legal assistance to unrepresented litigants. Dates and times vary. Call to learn intake procedure.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Pegasus Legal Services for Children\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    3201 Fourth Street NW<\/p>\n \n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87107 <\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 244-1101\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Family, Child Abuse, Neglect, Foster, Health care, Education, Guardianship<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This is a free legal resource for children, youth, and their caregivers. Call to learn about intake procedures.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Southwest Women\u2019s Law Center\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    1410 Coal Avenue SW<\/p>\n \n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87104<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 244-0502\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Gender discrimination, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Worker\u2019s Rights<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This organization takes a small number of cases. They generally assist in locating legal resources and referrals. They will NOT able assist in obtaining protective orders if you are a victim of domestic violence or with matters involving family law, including child support and child custody.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Homeless Rights<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n Homeless Legal Clinic\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    Healthcare for the Homeless<\/p>\n \n

    1217 1st St. NW<\/p>\n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87102<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 766-5197\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Area of Law: Homeless rights, Housing, Veterans, Public Benefits<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This clinic is run through the State Bar and has limited hours. Call to learn about the intake procedure.<\/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 Catholic Charities Legal Services of New Mexico\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    Center for Immigration and Citizenship Legal Assistance<\/p>\n \n

    2010 Bridge SW<\/p>\n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87105<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 724-4662\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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

    Good to Know: This organization handles a range of immigration-related issue. Services are free, but they do not handle cases that would involve the Immigration Court in El Paso, which are generally those involving deportation, removal, or serious criminal offenses.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n El Centro de Igualdad y Derechos\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    714 4th St SW<\/p>\n \n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87102<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 246-1627\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Worker\u2019s Compensation, Labor Rights, Housing, Drivers\u2019 Licenses, and Healthcare<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This organization operates an immigrants\u2019 rights hotline and information center. Call to learn more.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Public Benefits<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n The New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    924 Park Avenue, SW<\/p>\n \n

    Suite C<\/p>\n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87102<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 255-2840\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Civil, Public Benefits<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This organization provides legal advocacy for low-income New Mexicans who need representation in state administrative systems, the legislature and the courts regarding public benefits. Call to learn more.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Military\/Veterans Assistance<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n Legal Assistance to Military Personnel (LAMP)\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    5121 Masthead NE<\/p>\n \n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87109<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 797-6067\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Area of Law: Civil<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: This is a legal service for active military personnel and their families, including Reservists and National Guardsmen. Fees are determined on a case-by-case basis, depending on the condition of soldier\u2019s deployment, the legal issue, and household income.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Law School Clinics<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n University Of New Mexico School Of Law\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    1117 Stanford NE<\/p>\n \n

    MSC11 6070<\/p>\n

    \n Albuquerque,<\/span>\n NM<\/span>\n 87131<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (505) 277-2342\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: <\/b>Small Business, Housing, Domestic Violence, Immigration, Native American and Tribal Law<\/p>\n

    Good to Know: Cases are only accepted at certain times of the year or by referral from a judge. Call for consideration. To qualify you must be low-income. Contact the individual program for more information.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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