Legal Assistance offered at Benton Franklin Legal Aid Society
Provides free legal assistance for low-income individuals who would otherwise be denied access to the legal system because of the inability to pay. Potential clients are screened to determine income and case eligibility. Referrals are made to local attorneys who volunteer their time. Provides legal assistance with the following: Family Law (includes family law class to anyone who is seeking help in having their family law court documents reviewed), Debtor-Creditor, Bankruptcy, Social Security/ Disability, Wills/Power of Attorneys, Guardianship, Landlord/Tenant, Child Support, Immigration, and Protection Order. * Does not assist with: Criminal matters (of any kind including traffic infractions), Termination of Parental Rights, or Adoptions.
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Physical Address
5219 West Clearwater Avenue, Kennewick, WA 99336
Hours
M-Th, 9am-2pm.
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Application process
Visit website and fill out legal aid application. The applicant usually gets a call within a business day. Call office number for more details.
Fee
There may be a small fee in some cases. Call for details.
Eligibility
People who have an income of 200% below poverty level. Does not assist with criminal cases, parental rights, or adoptions.
Languages
Spanish
Agency info
Benton Franklin Legal Aid Society
Legal assistance provided at no charge for low-income persons who would otherwise be denied access to the legal system because of the inability to pay. Potential clients are screened to determine income and case eligibility. Referrals are made to local attorneys who volunteer their time.