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Philadelphia Legal Assistance

Philadelphia Legal Assistance

Free legal help for Philadelphia residents who cannot afford a lawyer.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Use the intake hotlines or online form linked from Get Legal Help.

  1. 01

    Use the intake hotlines or online form linked from Get Legal Help.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Philadelphia residents.

  • PA

What it offers

Assistance with housing, family, unemployment, taxes and public benefits within supported practice areas.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Low-income residents; eligibility varies by legal issue.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

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Contact information

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Last updated
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