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Free Legal Aid in Rochester<\/h1>\n
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Rochester is a great place to live, but just like in any city or town, getting legal help may mean spending more money than the average citizen wants to. Are you looking for a free or low-cost lawyer, but aren\u2019t sure where to turn? Here at FindLaw we understand that legal fees can be tough on the pocketbook. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve compiled a list of free or low-cost legal service<\/a> providers in Rochester for you to choose from.<\/p>\n

The main provider is The Legal Aid Society of Rochester<\/a>, but there are several more. Income limits may apply. Contact the specific agency to learn more.<\/p>\n

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

    121 North Fitzhugh Street<\/p>\n \n

    Suite 300<\/p>\n

    \n Rochester,<\/span>\n NY<\/span>\n 14614<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (716) 454-4334\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<\/b>: All client intake is handled by phone, mail, or e-mail only (geneseevalley@nyclu.org). Make sure to write \u201cClient Services\u201d in the subject line. Write a one or two page detailed description of the events that have led you to file a complaint, who was involved, the current status of your case and what you would like the civil liberties union to do. They do not accept criminal or family court cases.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Empire Justice Center\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    One West Main Street<\/p>\n \n

    Suite 200<\/p>\n

    \n Rochester,<\/span>\n NY<\/span>\n 14614<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (585) 454-4060\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Family, Domestic Violence, Disability, Consumer Law, Employment, Health, Housing, Immigrant Rights, Public Benefits<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/b>: This organization provides services to low-income residents in Monroe County. If you live outside this area, contact them to find an office near you. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n The Legal Aid Society of Rochester\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    One West Main Street<\/p>\n \n

    Suite 800<\/p>\n

    \n Rochester,<\/span>\n NY<\/span>\n 14614<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (585) 232-4090\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Family, Housing, Immigration, Health, Education, and Juvenile Justice<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/b>: This office offers direct legal services to Monroe County residents. Applicants must qualify for services under financial guidelines. These guidelines are based on household size, income and assets. Most families who receive government benefits or who have minimum wage jobs are eligible for services. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Legal Assistance of Western New York\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    One West Main Street<\/p>\n \n

    4th Floor<\/p>\n

    \n Rochester,<\/span>\n NY<\/span>\n 14614<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (585)325-2520\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Housing, Employment, Criminal Record Expungement, Public Benefits, Senior Legal Services, Wills, HIV\/AIDS\/Cancer Advocacy<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/b>: This organization provides legal services to 14 counties in western New York including: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, Wayne and Yates Counties.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    1 West Main Street<\/p>\n \n

    5th Floor<\/p>\n

    \n Rochester,<\/span>\n NY<\/span>\n 14614<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (585) 232-3051\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Divorces, Family Law, Landlord, Unemployment Insurance, Bankruptcy, Consumer and Wills<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/b>: Volunteer attorneys provide civil legal services free of charge to those who qualify under income guidelines. They also have several legal clinics. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Disability Support<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n Advocacy Services for Abused Deaf Victims\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    P.O. Box 20023<\/p>\n \n

    \n Rochester,<\/span>\n NY<\/span>\n 14602<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (585) 286-2713\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Abuse, Neglect, Domestic Violence, And Sexual Abuse<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/b>: This is a full-service advocacy organization. Services and referral support is free for Monroe County residents who are deaf, deaf-blind, Hard of Hearing, and\/or from Deaf and signing families. <\/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 Alternatives for Battered Women, Inc.\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    PO Box 39601<\/p>\n \n

    \n Rochester,<\/span>\n NY<\/span>\n 14604<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (585) 232-7353\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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

    Good to Know<\/b>: This is a full-service agency providing both legal services and an emergency shelter for battered women and their children. Call to learn more. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    HIV\/AIDS Services<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n Catholic Charities Community Services\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    1099 Jay Street<\/p>\n \n

    Building J<\/p>\n

    \n Rochester,<\/span>\n NY<\/span>\n 14611<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (585) 339-9800\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: HIV\/AIDS, Wills, Guardianships<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/b>: This organization provides legal planning services for those afflicted with HIV\/AIDS and living in Monroe County. <\/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 Cornell Law School Legal Clinics\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    158 Myron Taylor Hall<\/p>\n \n

    \n Ithaca,<\/span>\n NY<\/span>\n 14853<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (607) 255-1030\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Areas of Law: Children’s Rights, Capital Punishment, Criminal Defense, Immigration, Innocence Project, International Human Rights, Juvenile Justice, Labor Law, LGBT Rights, Securities<\/p>\n

    Good to Know<\/b>: The law school only takes on new cases at certain times of the year. Call to learn about intake procedures. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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