Legal Resources

Whatcom County World Relief

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https://worldrelief.org/western-wa/about-us/whatcom/360-320-6407805 W Orchard Dr Ste 5, Bellingham, WA 98225 World Relief’s Whatcom County location was approved by the U.S. State Department in September 2021. Shortly after the fall of Kabul and amidst many Afghans arriving to the U.S., our team began welcoming families in Bellingham and beyond. Services in Whatcom:Refugee ResettlementYouth & Family ServicesImmigration Legal … Read more

LAW Advocates – Whatcom Legal Assistance

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https://lawadvocates.org/360-671-60791415 Commercial St., Bellingham, WA 98225 LAW Advocates provides free legal assistance to low-income individuals and families in Whatcom. This vital work is accomplished through the volunteer service of local lawyers, paralegals, students, and community members. Equal justice is a fundamental principle of democracy. Our laws guarantee basic rights and protections for all of us—not … Read more

Washington State Senior Fraud

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https://www.atg.wa.gov/senior-fraud 1125 Washington St SE, PO Box 40100, Olympia, WA 98504 Consumers lose billions of dollars each year to fraud. People over age 50 are especially vulnerable and account for over half of all victims, according to a study conducted by AARP. People who commit these types of crimes, “con criminals,” often target older people … Read more

Washington State Identity Theft / Privacy

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https://www.atg.wa.gov/guardit.aspx1125 Washington St SE, PO Box 40100, Olympia, WA 98504 Find resources to help: PROTECT my personal informationRECOVER from identity theft or fraud and/or report a crimeIMPROVE security and privacy practices for my business or organization LEARN about:common scamsAGO initiativesData Security Breaches Affecting Washington Residents ATTEND a free shredding event

AARP Fraud Watch Network

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https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/about-fraud-watch-network/ The AARP Fraud Watch Network is a free resource for all. With AARP as your partner, you’ll learn how to proactively spot scams, get guidance from our fraud specialists, and feel more secure knowing that we advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to protect consumers and enforce the law. If you’ve been … Read more

CLEAR Hotline

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https://nwjustice.org/clear-hotline 1-888-201-1014 401 Second Avenue S, Suite 407 Seattle, WA 98104 CLEAR (Coordinated Legal Education, Advice and Referral) is a toll-free legal hotline for people with low incomes. Outside of King County, call the CLEAR Hotline at 1-888-201-1014 weekdays between 9:15 am – 12:15 pm. In King County call 2-1-1. 2 1 1 is open … Read more

Dementia Legal Planning

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https://www.probonocouncil.org/dementia-legal-planning 1239 120th Ave NE, Suite J Bellevue, WA 98005 If you are a Washington State resident and need help navigating the completion of dementia legal documents, you may be able to connect with a legal professional who will guide you through them. Attorneys can help talk through: Powers of attorney for finances and health … Read more

Northwest Justice Project

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https://nwjustice.org/home 401 Second Avenue S, Suite 407 Seattle, WA 98104 Northwest Justice Project (NJP) provides free legal assistance to address fundamental human needs such as housing, family safety, income security, health care, education, and more. Our work challenges structural and racial inequities to promote the long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families and communities across Washington … Read more