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Northwest Justice Project / CLEAR

What They Provide: free civil legal help, legal advice, limited legal assistance, legal referrals, legal representation when available, help with housing, family safety, public benefits, health care, consumer issues, education, and other non-criminal legal problems
Website: nwjustice.org/get-legal-help
Phone: CLEAR: 888-201-1014; CLEAR Senior: 888-387-7111; TTY: 888-201-9737
Address: Spokane Office, 1702 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: CLEAR intake hours vary; check website or call for current hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake required
Documents Needed: Documents related to the legal issue, notices, court papers, benefit letters, lease or housing paperwork, debt collection letters, identification, income information if requested, and deadline information
Application Process: Apply online through Northwest Justice Project or call CLEAR to request legal help; seniors age 60 and older can call CLEAR Senior
Eligibility: Low-income Washington residents with civil legal problems; CLEAR Senior serves Washington residents age 60 and older
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State; Spokane office serves the local region
Languages / Accessibility: TTY available; call to request interpreter services or accessibility support
Important Notes: This is for civil legal issues, not criminal defense. Contact as early as possible if there is a court date, eviction deadline, benefit deadline, or other urgent timeline.

Spokane County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Program

What They Provide: pro bono civil legal help, legal advice clinics, legal education, attorney referral connection, help connecting low-income community members with volunteer attorneys and legal professionals
Website: vlp.spokanebar.org
Phone: 509-477-2674
Address: 1116 W Broadway Ave, 4th Floor Annex, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: Call or check website for current clinic and intake hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake or clinic registration may be required
Documents Needed: Documents related to the legal issue, court papers, notices, income information if requested, identification, and any paperwork needed for the clinic or appointment
Application Process: Contact the Volunteer Lawyers Program or review the website for current clinics, intake instructions, and eligibility requirements
Eligibility: Low-income Spokane-area residents needing civil legal help; eligibility may vary by clinic or legal issue
Cost: Free when eligible for pro bono services
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County and surrounding area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter services and accessibility support
Important Notes: Services depend on attorney availability, clinic capacity, and case type. This program does not guarantee full representation.

Gonzaga University Legal Assistance

What They Provide: free legal assistance, legal advice, legal representation when accepted, clinical law services, general public practice support, Indian law clinic, elder law clinic, tax law clinic, LGBTQ+ rights clinic, business and intellectual property clinics
Website: gonzaga.edu/school-of-law/clinic-centers/law-clinic
Phone: 509-313-5791
Address: Gonzaga University School of Law, 721 N Cincinnati St, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm current clinic hours and application availability
Appointment / Referral Required: Application required
Documents Needed: Legal clinic application, photo ID, documents related to the legal issue, court papers, notices, contracts, benefit letters, housing documents, income information if requested, and any records connected to the case
Application Process: Complete the appropriate clinic application and email it to lawclinic@gonzaga.edu or call 509-313-5791 to request an application
Eligibility: Low-income community members needing legal help; eligibility, case types, and availability vary by clinic
Cost: Free when accepted for services
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane area; some clinics may have specific service-area or case-type requirements
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter services and accessibility support
Important Notes: Legal work is completed by law students under attorney supervision. The clinic may not be able to accept every case.

Inland Empire Legal Aid

What They Provide: civil legal education, legal advice clinics, pro bono legal connection, family law help, consumer law help, life planning support, legal resource navigation
Website: inlandempirelegalaid.org
Phone: Contact through website
Address: Spokane-area legal aid organization; contact through website for current service access
Hours of Operation: Clinic and event schedules vary
Appointment / Referral Required: Clinic registration or intake may be required
Documents Needed: Documents related to the legal issue, court papers, notices, identification, income information if requested, and any documents required for the specific clinic or event
Application Process: Review current clinics, events, and service options on the website; apply for services or contact the organization for current intake information
Eligibility: Low-income community members needing help with civil legal matters; eligibility may vary by clinic, event, and case type
Cost: Free or low-cost depending on clinic or service
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Eastern Washington, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Call or contact through website to ask about interpreter services and accessibility support
Important Notes: Services may focus on clinics, education, and pro bono connection rather than ongoing representation. Check current clinic availability before relying on a specific service.

Washington LawHelp

What They Provide: free legal information, self-help legal guides, court forms, Washington Forms Online, civil legal topic library, housing information, family law information, public benefits information, consumer law information, protection order information
Website: washingtonlawhelp.org
Phone: Online legal information resource
Address: Online resource
Hours of Operation: Online information available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use the website
Documents Needed: None to use online information; legal help or court processes may require court papers, notices, benefit letters, leases, financial records, police reports, medical records, or other documents
Application Process: Search the website by legal topic, read guides, use Washington Forms Online when available, download forms, and use referral information when legal advice is needed
Eligibility: Washington residents looking for free civil legal information or self-help resources
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State
Languages / Accessibility: Some resources available in Spanish; website includes accessibility and text-size tools
Important Notes: This is legal information, not legal advice. People with urgent deadlines, court dates, evictions, benefit terminations, or safety concerns should contact a legal aid provider directly.

Washington State Office of Civil Legal Aid

What They Provide: civil legal aid information, legal help referral guidance, CLEAR hotline information, Washington LawHelp connection, eviction defense resource information, statewide civil legal aid access information
Website: ocla.wa.gov/find-legal-help
Phone: CLEAR: 888-201-1014; CLEAR Senior: 888-387-7111
Address: Online statewide resource
Hours of Operation: Online information available anytime; CLEAR phone hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online information; legal aid intake required for direct help
Documents Needed: None to use online information; legal aid intake may require documents related to the legal issue
Application Process: Review the Find Legal Help page to identify the right legal aid starting point; call CLEAR, CLEAR Senior, or use listed referral options depending on the issue
Eligibility: Washington residents looking for civil legal aid or legal information; eligibility for direct services depends on provider rules
Cost: Free to use information and referral resources
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State
Languages / Accessibility: Call listed providers to request interpreter services or accessibility support
Important Notes: This is a statewide legal aid navigation page, not a direct law office. It is helpful when someone needs to know where to start for civil legal help.


Spokane County Family Court Facilitator

What They Provide: family law procedure information, self-represented court support, divorce forms information, parenting plan forms information, child support forms information, paternity/parentage forms information, form review for completeness
Website: spokanecounty.gov/1403/Family-Court-Facilitator
Phone: 509-477-7612
Address: Spokane County Courthouse, 1116 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–4:30 PM
Appointment / Referral Required: Appointment required for scheduled facilitator assistance
Documents Needed: Court case number if there is an existing case, court forms already started if available, court notices, parenting plan or child support documents, income information for child support issues, and any documents related to the family law matter
Application Process: Call 509-477-7612 to schedule a 20-minute appointment or ask about current family law facilitator services
Eligibility: People representing themselves in Spokane County Superior Court family law matters
Cost: Call to confirm current facilitator fees or fee waiver options
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Contact Spokane County Superior Court to ask about interpreter services, accessibility support, or accommodations
Important Notes: The facilitator is not an attorney and cannot give legal advice. This office can explain procedures, forms, and court processes for self-represented family law cases.

Northwest Justice Project / CLEAR

What They Provide: free civil legal help, family law legal advice, legal referrals, domestic violence-related family law support, parenting plan help, custody-related legal information, divorce-related legal information when eligible
Website: nwjustice.org/get-legal-help
Phone: CLEAR: 888-201-1014; CLEAR Senior: 888-387-7111; TTY: 888-201-9737
Address: Spokane Office, 1702 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: CLEAR intake hours vary; check website or call for current hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake required
Documents Needed: Court papers, protection order paperwork if applicable, parenting plan documents, divorce papers, child support orders, custody or parentage documents, notices, deadlines, identification, and income information if requested
Application Process: Apply online through Northwest Justice Project or call CLEAR to request legal help; seniors age 60 and older can call CLEAR Senior
Eligibility: Low-income Washington residents with civil legal problems; eligibility and service availability depend on case type and legal issue
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State; Spokane office serves the local region
Languages / Accessibility: TTY available; call to request interpreter services or accessibility support
Important Notes: This is for civil legal issues, not criminal defense. Family law help may be limited based on case type, safety concerns, income, deadlines, and available legal resources.

Spokane County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Program

What They Provide: family law legal clinics, volunteer attorney advice, forms assistance, divorce help, parenting plan help, custody-related legal support, limited pro bono legal assistance when available
Website: vlp.spokanebar.org
Phone: 509-477-2674
Address: 1116 W Broadway Ave, 4th Floor Annex, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: Clinic and intake hours vary; call or check website for current availability
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake or clinic registration may be required
Documents Needed: Court papers, family law forms, divorce papers, parenting plan documents, child support documents, protection order paperwork if applicable, identification, income information if requested, and deadline information
Application Process: Contact the Volunteer Lawyers Program or review the website for current family law clinic options, intake instructions, and eligibility requirements
Eligibility: Low-income Spokane-area residents needing civil legal help; eligibility may vary by clinic, case type, and attorney availability
Cost: Free when eligible for pro bono services
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County and surrounding area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter services and accessibility support
Important Notes: Services depend on volunteer attorney availability and clinic capacity. Full representation is not guaranteed.

Gonzaga University Legal Assistance

What They Provide: free legal assistance, clinical law services, family law help when accepted, general public practice support, legal advice, legal representation when available, law student assistance supervised by attorneys
Website: gonzaga.edu/school-of-law/clinic-centers/law-clinic
Phone: 509-313-5791
Address: Gonzaga University School of Law, 721 N Cincinnati St, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm current clinic hours and application availability
Appointment / Referral Required: Application required
Documents Needed: Legal clinic application, photo ID, documents related to the legal issue, court papers, parenting plan documents, divorce papers, custody or parentage documents, income information if requested, and any records connected to the case
Application Process: Complete the appropriate clinic application and email it to lawclinic@gonzaga.edu or call 509-313-5791 to request an application
Eligibility: Low-income community members needing legal help; eligibility, case types, and availability vary by clinic
Cost: Free when accepted for services
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane area; some clinics may have specific service-area or case-type requirements
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter services and accessibility support
Important Notes: Legal work is completed by law students under attorney supervision. The clinic may not be able to accept every family law case.

Inland Empire Legal Aid

What They Provide: family law forms help, family law clinics, legal education, legal advice clinics, paperwork review, hearing preparation support, pro bono legal connection when available
Website: inlandempirelegalaid.org
Phone: Contact through website
Address: Spokane-area legal aid organization; contact through website for current service access
Hours of Operation: Clinic and event schedules vary
Appointment / Referral Required: Clinic registration or intake may be required
Documents Needed: Court papers, family law forms, divorce papers, parenting plan documents, child support documents, protection order paperwork if applicable, identification, income information if requested, and hearing or deadline information
Application Process: Review current family law clinics, forms help, events, and service options on the website; apply for services or contact the organization for current intake information
Eligibility: Low-income community members needing help with family law matters; eligibility may vary by clinic, event, and case type
Cost: Free or low-cost depending on clinic or service
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Eastern Washington, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Contact through website to ask about interpreter services and accessibility support
Important Notes: Direct representation for family law cases is not guaranteed. Services may include paperwork review, hearing preparation, next-step planning, or clinic-based support.

Washington LawHelp

What They Provide: family law information, divorce forms, parenting plan forms, custody information, parentage information, child support information, domestic violence and protection order information, Washington Forms Online
Website: washingtonlawhelp.org
Phone: Online legal information resource
Address: Online resource
Hours of Operation: Online information available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use the website
Documents Needed: None to use online information; court processes may require court papers, parenting plan information, income information, child support documents, protection order paperwork, marriage information, parentage documents, and other case records
Application Process: Search the website by family law topic, read legal guides, use Washington Forms Online when available, download forms, and contact legal aid if legal advice is needed
Eligibility: Washington residents looking for free family law information, forms, and self-help resources
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State
Languages / Accessibility: Some resources available in Spanish; website includes accessibility and text-size tools
Important Notes: This is legal information, not legal advice. People with urgent court deadlines, safety concerns, domestic violence, complicated custody issues, or contested divorce matters should contact legal aid or an attorney directly.


Northwest Justice Project / CLEAR

What They Provide: free civil legal help, public benefits legal advice, DSHS benefits appeal help, food assistance issue help, cash assistance issue help, medical benefits issue help, overpayment issue help, hearing preparation, legal referrals
Website: nwjustice.org/get-legal-help
Phone: CLEAR: 888-201-1014; CLEAR Senior: 888-387-7111; TTY: 888-201-9737
Address: Spokane Office, 1702 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: CLEAR intake hours vary; check website or call for current hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake required
Documents Needed: DSHS letters, benefit notices, denial letters, termination letters, overpayment notices, hearing notices, identification, income information, household information, medical records if related to disability or medical benefits, and deadline information
Application Process: Apply online through Northwest Justice Project or call CLEAR to request legal help with public benefits problems; seniors age 60 and older can call CLEAR Senior
Eligibility: Low-income Washington residents with civil legal problems; CLEAR Senior serves Washington residents age 60 and older
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State; Spokane office serves the local region
Languages / Accessibility: TTY available; call to request interpreter services or accessibility support
Important Notes: Best for public benefits denials, reductions, terminations, overpayments, hearing notices, and appeal deadlines. Contact as soon as a notice is received because some benefits appeals have very short deadlines.

Washington LawHelp

What They Provide: public benefits legal information, DSHS appeal information, food assistance legal guides, cash assistance legal guides, medical benefits legal guides, overpayment information, hearing request information, self-help forms
Website: washingtonlawhelp.org/en/topics/benefits
Phone: Online legal information resource
Address: Online resource
Hours of Operation: Online information available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use the website
Documents Needed: None to use online information; benefits appeals or hearings may require DSHS notices, denial letters, overpayment notices, hearing documents, proof of income, household records, medical records, and other case documents
Application Process: Search the benefits section by topic, read the legal guide that matches the issue, use forms if available, and contact legal aid if legal advice is needed
Eligibility: Washington residents looking for free legal information about public benefits, DSHS issues, appeals, and overpayments
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State
Languages / Accessibility: Some resources available in Spanish; website includes accessibility and text-size tools
Important Notes: This is legal information, not legal advice. It is especially useful for understanding notices, hearing rights, deadlines, benefit reductions, overpayments, and appeal steps.

Washington State Office of Administrative Hearings

What They Provide: public benefits hearing information, administrative hearing process information, hearing notices, DSHS appeal hearing process, interpreter requests, accommodation requests, hearing preparation information
Website: oah.wa.gov
Phone: 800-583-8271
Address: Spokane Valley Office, 16201 E Indiana Ave, Suite 5600, Spokane Valley, WA 99216
Hours of Operation: Call or check website for current office hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Hearing must be requested through the proper agency process after a benefits decision; OAH handles hearings after appeals are filed
Documents Needed: Hearing notice, DSHS decision letter, appeal/request for hearing documents, benefit notices, evidence, witness information, medical or income documents if relevant, and any documents related to the benefits issue
Application Process: Follow the instructions on the DSHS or agency notice to request a hearing by the deadline; once scheduled, follow OAH instructions for evidence, attendance, interpreter requests, and accommodations
Eligibility: People who have requested or been scheduled for an administrative hearing about public benefits or another state agency decision
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State
Languages / Accessibility: Interpreter services and disability accommodations may be available; request support as early as possible before the hearing
Important Notes: OAH does not provide legal advice and does not file the appeal for someone. It manages the hearing process after a hearing has been requested.

DSHS Office of Administrative Hearings Information

What They Provide: DSHS hearing information, public assistance appeal information, hearing request guidance, administrative hearing process explanation, DSHS decision appeal information
Website: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/esa/administrative-hearings/hearing-requests
Phone: DSHS Customer Service Contact Center: 877-501-2233; OAH: 800-583-8271
Address: Online statewide resource
Hours of Operation: Online information available anytime; phone hours vary
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online information; hearing requests must follow the instructions and deadlines on the agency notice
Documents Needed: DSHS notice, denial letter, termination letter, reduction letter, overpayment notice, hearing request information, and any documents supporting the appeal
Application Process: Review the DSHS administrative hearings information and follow the instructions on the DSHS notice to request a hearing by the deadline
Eligibility: Washington residents who disagree with certain DSHS decisions about public assistance or services
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State
Languages / Accessibility: Contact DSHS or OAH to request interpreter services, accessibility support, or alternate formats
Important Notes: Public benefits hearing deadlines can be short. If a notice says benefits will stop, reduce, or change, review the deadline immediately and seek legal help quickly.

Solid Ground Benefits Legal Assistance

What They Provide: legal help with public benefits, cash assistance issue help, food assistance issue help, medical benefits issue help, child care benefits issue help, benefits denial help, termination help, reduction help, overpayment help
Website: solid-ground.org/get-help/health-care-and-public-benefits
Phone: Contact through website
Address: Seattle-based organization; services may be phone-based or limited by program availability
Hours of Operation: Intake hours vary; check website for current access
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake required
Documents Needed: Benefit notices, DSHS letters, denial or termination notices, overpayment notices, income information, household information, medical records if relevant, and deadline information
Application Process: Review the Benefits Legal Assistance information on the website and follow current intake instructions
Eligibility: Washington residents with problems getting or keeping cash, food, medical, or child care benefits; service availability may vary
Cost: Free when eligible
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State; local availability may vary
Languages / Accessibility: Contact through website to ask about interpreter services and accessibility support
Important Notes: Helpful for public benefits issues, especially reductions, terminations, denials, and overpayments. Confirm current intake availability before relying on this resource.

DSHS Food, Cash, and Medical

What They Provide: public benefits information, food assistance information, cash assistance information, medical program information, TANF information, EBT information, eligibility screening information, application information
Website: dshs.wa.gov/food-cash-medical
Phone: 877-501-2233
Address: Spokane CSO, 1313 N Atlantic St, Suite 2000, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Call or check website for current CSO hours
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online information; applications, interviews, or eligibility reviews may be required for benefits
Documents Needed: Identification, Social Security numbers if available, proof of income, household information, rent or housing cost information, utility costs, immigration information if applicable, medical information if relevant, and any documents requested by DSHS
Application Process: Apply online through Washington Connection, call DSHS, or visit a Community Services Office to apply for food, cash, or medical assistance
Eligibility: Washington residents applying for or receiving DSHS benefits; eligibility varies by program
Cost: Free to apply
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Medical benefit programs may involve Apple Health / Medicaid; DSHS can explain medical assistance application options
Service Area: Washington State
Languages / Accessibility: Interpreter services, TTY, accessibility support, and alternate formats may be available by request
Important Notes: This is the benefits agency, not legal help. Use this resource to apply, renew, or ask agency questions; use legal aid resources if benefits are denied, reduced, terminated, delayed, or overpaid.


Northwest Justice Project / CLEAR

What They Provide: free civil legal help, consumer debt legal help, debt collection legal help, garnishment issue help, debt lawsuit help, consumer fraud issue help, bankruptcy-related legal referrals, legal advice when eligible
Website: nwjustice.org/get-legal-help
Phone: CLEAR: 888-201-1014; CLEAR Senior: 888-387-7111; TTY: 888-201-9737
Address: Spokane Office, 1702 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: CLEAR intake hours vary; check website or call for current hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake required
Documents Needed: Court papers, debt collection letters, garnishment notices, creditor information, account statements, income information, bank account information, benefit award letters if applicable, bankruptcy notices if applicable, identification, and deadline information
Application Process: Apply online through Northwest Justice Project or call CLEAR to request legal help with consumer debt, collection, garnishment, or bankruptcy-related issues; seniors age 60 and older can call CLEAR Senior
Eligibility: Low-income Washington residents with civil legal problems; CLEAR Senior serves Washington residents age 60 and older
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State; Spokane office serves the local region
Languages / Accessibility: TTY available; call to request interpreter services or accessibility support
Important Notes: Best for debt lawsuits, garnishments, collection issues, consumer fraud, and questions about legal rights. Bankruptcy representation may be limited, but they may provide advice or referrals.

Spokane County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Program

What They Provide: pro bono legal help, consumer debt legal clinics, bankruptcy-related legal support when available, debt collection issue help, civil legal referrals, volunteer attorney advice
Website: vlp.spokanebar.org
Phone: 509-477-2674
Address: 1116 W Broadway Ave, 4th Floor Annex, Spokane, WA 99260
Hours of Operation: Call or check website for current clinic and intake hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake or clinic registration may be required
Documents Needed: Court papers, debt collection letters, creditor notices, garnishment paperwork, bankruptcy documents if applicable, income information, identification, and any documents related to the legal issue
Application Process: Contact the Volunteer Lawyers Program or review the website for current consumer debt, bankruptcy, or civil legal clinic options
Eligibility: Low-income Spokane-area residents needing civil legal help; eligibility may vary by clinic, case type, and attorney availability
Cost: Free when eligible for pro bono services
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane County and surrounding area
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter services and accessibility support
Important Notes: Services depend on volunteer attorney availability, clinic capacity, and case type. Full representation is not guaranteed.

Washington LawHelp

What They Provide: debt collection information, debt lawsuit information, garnishment information, bankruptcy information, medical debt information, credit report information, consumer protection guides, self-help legal forms
Website: washingtonlawhelp.org/en/topics/debt
Phone: Online legal information resource
Address: Online resource
Hours of Operation: Online information available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use the website
Documents Needed: None to use online information; legal processes may require court papers, collection letters, garnishment notices, creditor information, income records, bank records, benefit letters, medical bills, or bankruptcy documents
Application Process: Search the debt section by topic, read legal guides, use available forms, and contact legal aid if legal advice is needed
Eligibility: Washington residents looking for free legal information about debt, collections, garnishment, bankruptcy, medical debt, and consumer protection issues
Cost: Free
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State
Languages / Accessibility: Some resources available in Spanish; website includes accessibility and text-size tools
Important Notes: This is legal information, not legal advice. It is especially useful for understanding debt collection rights, how to respond to debt lawsuits, what income may be protected, and what bankruptcy can and cannot do.

United States Bankruptcy Court — Eastern District of Washington

What They Provide: bankruptcy court information, Chapter 7 filing information, filing without an attorney information, bankruptcy forms, court fee information, electronic self-representation tool, bankruptcy basics, pro bono resource information
Website: waeb.uscourts.gov
Phone: Spokane Clerk’s Office: 509-458-5300
Address: 920 W Riverside Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, excluding federal holidays
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online information; court filings must follow court rules and procedures
Documents Needed: Bankruptcy forms, credit counseling certificate, income information, asset information, debt information, creditor list, tax records, bank statements, court fee or fee waiver/installment application if applicable, and any documents required by the bankruptcy court
Application Process: Review the court’s bankruptcy resources and filing without an attorney information; people filing without an attorney may use the Electronic Self-Representation tool for Chapter 7 if eligible
Eligibility: Individuals and businesses filing bankruptcy in the Eastern District of Washington; eligibility for bankruptcy chapters depends on federal bankruptcy law
Cost: Court filing fees apply unless a fee waiver or installment payment plan is approved
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Eastern District of Washington, including Spokane County
Languages / Accessibility: Contact the court for interpreter information, accessibility support, or accommodation requests
Important Notes: Court staff cannot give legal advice. Bankruptcy can have serious financial and legal consequences, so people considering bankruptcy should speak with an attorney or legal aid provider when possible.

Washington State Bar Association Moderate Means Program

What They Provide: reduced-fee lawyer referral, consumer law attorney connection, debt-related legal help referrals, bankruptcy-related legal help referrals when available, housing law referrals, family law referrals
Website: https://www.courts.wa.gov/guardianportal/cpg/content/docs/ModerateMeansBrochure.pdf
Phone: 855-741-6930
Address: Online and phone-based statewide referral program
Hours of Operation: Call or check website for current intake hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Application required
Documents Needed: Household income information, household size, legal issue details, court papers if applicable, debt or bankruptcy documents if applicable, and any information requested during referral screening
Application Process: Apply through the Moderate Means Program or call 855-741-6930 to ask about reduced-fee legal referral options
Eligibility: Moderate-income Washington residents who do not qualify for free legal aid but cannot afford full-price legal services; eligibility depends on income, household size, legal issue, and attorney availability
Cost: Reduced-fee; this is not free legal help
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State
Languages / Accessibility: Contact the program to ask about language access and accessibility support
Important Notes: This may be useful when someone earns too much for free legal aid but still cannot afford standard attorney rates. Attorney availability is not guaranteed.

Upsolve

What They Provide: free Chapter 7 bankruptcy education, bankruptcy screening tool, document preparation tool for simple Chapter 7 cases, bankruptcy filing guides, debt relief information
Website: upsolve.org/wa
Phone: Online resource
Address: Online resource
Hours of Operation: Online tool available anytime
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online information or screening tool
Documents Needed: Income information, debt information, creditor list, asset information, tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, vehicle and housing information, and other documents needed for bankruptcy screening and forms
Application Process: Use the online screening tool to see if the free Chapter 7 tool may be available, complete required steps, and review generated forms carefully before filing
Eligibility: People with simple Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases who meet Upsolve’s screening criteria
Cost: Free to use the tool; court filing fees may still apply unless waived by the bankruptcy court
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Online resource available in Washington
Languages / Accessibility: Website-based resource
Important Notes: This is not a law firm and does not replace legal advice. It may not work for complicated cases, higher-income households, homeowners with equity, recent transfers, business debt, or people at risk of losing property.


Catholic Charities Eastern Washington

What They Provide: immigration legal consultations, immigration legal assistance, citizenship and naturalization help, adjustment of status help, family-based immigration help, humanitarian immigration support, educational resources
Website: cceasternwa.org/legal-services
Phone: 509-455-4961
Address: 12 E 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm current appointment and office hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Appointment required
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, immigration documents, notices from USCIS or immigration court, passport or birth certificate if available, green card or work permit if applicable, marriage or family documents if applicable, criminal court records if applicable, and any documents related to the immigration issue
Application Process: Call 509-455-4961 to schedule a confidential immigration legal appointment
Eligibility: Documented and undocumented immigrants of all nationalities, ethnicities, and religions seeking immigration legal help
Cost: Call to confirm current consultation or service fees
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Eastern Washington / Spokane area
Languages / Accessibility: Spanish-language interpreter listed; other translation services may be available
Important Notes: Immigration legal help should come from a licensed attorney or accredited representative. Avoid notarios or anyone who promises guaranteed immigration results.

Manzanita House

What They Provide: immigrant legal aid, help completing immigration forms, USCIS filings, asylum interview representation, immigration court representation, Board of Immigration Appeals representation, immigrant and refugee community support
Website: manzanitahousespokane.org
Phone: 509-309-8404
Address: 201 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Call or check website for current legal aid hours and appointment availability
Appointment / Referral Required: Appointment or intake required
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, immigration documents, USCIS or immigration court notices, passport or birth certificate if available, work permit or green card if applicable, family documents if applicable, criminal court records if applicable, and any documents related to the immigration issue
Application Process: Contact Manzanita House by phone, email, or website to ask about immigrant legal aid intake and appointment availability
Eligibility: Immigrants and refugees needing immigration legal assistance; eligibility and availability may depend on case type and program capacity
Cost: Call to confirm current costs or low-cost service options
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane area / Inland Northwest
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter services, language support, and accessibility accommodations
Important Notes: Manzanita House provides Spokane-based immigrant legal aid. Immigration cases can have strict deadlines, especially court, asylum, removal, or USCIS notice deadlines.

World Relief Spokane

What They Provide: immigration legal services, legal consultations, citizenship and naturalization help, family reunification support, green card support, DACA-related support, refugee and immigrant services, community integration support
Website: worldrelief.org/spokane/our-work/ils
Phone: Immigration Legal Services: 509-381-0832; Main Office: 509-484-9829
Address: 1522 N Washington St, Suite 200, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm current legal services hours and appointment availability
Appointment / Referral Required: Appointment or intake required
Documents Needed: Photo ID if available, immigration documents, USCIS notices, immigration court notices if applicable, passport or birth certificate if available, green card or work permit if applicable, family documents if applicable, and any documents related to the immigration issue
Application Process: Call 509-381-0832 or email ilsspokane@wr.org to ask about immigration legal services and current intake availability
Eligibility: Immigrants, refugees, and newcomers seeking immigration legal assistance; eligibility and availability may depend on case type and program capacity
Cost: Call to confirm current consultation or service fees
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane area / Eastern Washington
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter services, language support, and accessibility accommodations
Important Notes: World Relief Spokane also provides immigrant and refugee support services beyond legal help. Immigration legal service availability may change based on staffing and program capacity.

Northwest Immigrant Rights Project

What They Provide: immigration legal services, deportation defense, asylum support, family immigration support, citizenship support, DACA information, legal resources, Know Your Rights information
Website: nwirp.org/get-help
Phone: Granger Office: 509-854-2100; Toll-Free: 888-756-3641
Address: Granger Office, 121 Sunnyside Ave, Suite 146, Granger, WA 98932
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–4:30 PM; call to confirm current intake hours
Appointment / Referral Required: Intake required
Documents Needed: Immigration documents, USCIS notices, immigration court notices, detention information if applicable, passport or birth certificate if available, work permit or green card if applicable, family documents if applicable, criminal court records if applicable, and any documents related to the immigration issue
Application Process: Call the Granger office or use NWIRP’s Get Help page to find the correct intake path for the immigration issue
Eligibility: Immigrants needing legal help in Washington; eligibility and service availability depend on case type, location, income, and program capacity
Cost: Free or low-cost depending on eligibility and service type
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Washington State; Granger office serves Central and Eastern Washington
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter services, language support, and accessibility accommodations
Important Notes: NWIRP is a statewide immigrant rights legal organization. It is a strong resource for complex immigration issues, including removal defense, humanitarian protection, asylum, and Know Your Rights information.

Gonzaga University Catholic Charities Immigration Clinic

What They Provide: free immigration legal help, immigration law advice, immigration representation when accepted, family reunification support, adjustment of status, naturalization and citizenship help, asylum support, humanitarian protection support, DACA support, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status support
Website: gonzaga.edu/school-of-law/clinic-centers/law-clinic/immigration-clinic
Phone: Gonzaga Legal Assistance: 509-313-5791
Address: Gonzaga University School of Law, 721 N Cincinnati St, Spokane, WA 99202
Hours of Operation: Call to confirm current clinic hours and application availability
Appointment / Referral Required: Application required
Documents Needed: Legal clinic application, photo ID if available, immigration documents, USCIS or immigration court notices, passport or birth certificate if available, family documents if applicable, criminal court records if applicable, and any documents related to the immigration issue
Application Process: Contact Gonzaga Legal Assistance or complete the appropriate clinic application to ask about immigration clinic availability
Eligibility: Low-income individuals and families needing immigration legal help; case acceptance depends on eligibility, case type, and clinic capacity
Cost: Free when accepted for services
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane area; service availability may depend on clinic capacity and case type
Languages / Accessibility: Call to ask about interpreter services and accessibility support
Important Notes: Legal work is completed by law students under attorney supervision in partnership with Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services. The clinic may not be able to accept every case.

City of Spokane Office of Civil Rights, Equity and Inclusion

What They Provide: immigrant and refugee resource information, immigrant rights information, attorney referral list, hate crime and bias incident reporting information, community resource connection
Website: my.spokanecity.org/civilrights/immigrant-and-refugee-affairs
Phone: City of Spokane: 311 or 509-755-2489; Hate Crimes & Bias Incidents Hotline: 855-225-1010
Address: City Hall, 808 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours of Operation: Online information available anytime; City phone hours vary; Hate Crimes & Bias Incidents Hotline listed Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Pacific Time
Appointment / Referral Required: No appointment required to use online resource information
Documents Needed: None to use online resources; legal providers may require immigration documents, ID, notices, or case documents
Application Process: Review the immigrant and refugee affairs page for rights information, attorney referrals, and support resources; call the hate crimes hotline if reporting a hate or bias incident
Eligibility: Immigrants, refugees, families, and community members seeking Spokane-area immigrant rights information or resource connection
Cost: Free to use city information and hotline resources
Insurance / Medicaid / Medicare: Not applicable
Service Area: Spokane
Languages / Accessibility: Hate Crimes & Bias Incidents Hotline lists interpretation in over 240 languages and accepts Relay calls
Important Notes: This is an information and referral resource, not a legal services provider. Use it to locate resources, understand rights, and find attorney referral information.



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