Who does Legal Aid help? Am I eligible?

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Legal Aid helps low-income people.  People with income less than 125% of the federal poverty guidelines are eligible and may qualify for assistance. Sometimes people with less than 200% of the federal poverty guidelines can qualify.

Family size: Annual Income (125%) Annual Income (200%)
1 $14,363 $22,980
2 $19,388 $31,020
3 $24,413 $39,060
4 $29,438 $47,100
5 $34,463 $55,140
6 $39,488 $63,180
7 $44,513 $71,220
Each additional person add: $5,025 $8,040

Because of our limited staff , everyone is not able to receive help from Legal Aid.  Contact us to see if your case is one we can handle.

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