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Family Law Center – Seattle U Law |
https://law.seattleu.edu/centers-and-institutes/family-law-center/ 206-398-4289 We Advocate + Educate. Find free legal help with: Domestic Violence Family Law | 04/18/2023 | Community Resources, Legal Resources | |
Whatcom County Law Library |
https://www.whatcomcounty.us/306/Law-Library 360-778-5790 311 Grand Avenue Hours of Operation: The Law Library is open to the public Wednesday through Friday 10 am to 4:30 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday. Our hours are subject to change at short notice so you are encouraged to call ahead to make sure there is staffing. Assistance to Library Users: Library staff cannot give legal advice or interpret materials, but can assist in locating and using legal research materials in print and electronic formats. Subscription Databases: The library provides free access to a wide range of WestLaw® subscription databases for legal research. Public Access Computers & Copier/Scanner: Six computers are available to access legal research databases or work on legal pleadings. A photocopier/scanner is available for public use (cash only). Legal Research The Law Library maintains a website of legal research links, including free sources for statutes, case law, and public records. | 04/18/2023 | Community Resources, Legal Resources | |
Washington Wills |
(206) 203-1950 Assemble Law Group, PLLC The free online library to help residents of Washington State draft their own last will and testament. Write your own simple will and other basic estate plan documents with our free forms and instructions. Look up the meaning of the legal terms you’ll commonly encounter on Washington Wills. Browse answers to frequently asked questions about estate planning and Washington Wills. | 04/18/2023 | Community Resources, Legal Resources | |
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services (DVSAS) |
360.715.1563 Mailing Address: 1407 Commercial St. Bellingham, WA 98225 With one-to-one support and advocacy counseling, DVSAS can help you plan for your safety, answer legal questions, connect you with services like housing and counseling, and stand by you as you recover and heal from domestic violence and sexual assault. 24 Hour Helpline: 360.715.1563 | 04/18/2023 | Community Resources, Emergency & Disaster Resources, Financial Resources, Food Resources, Housing Resources, Legal Resources | |
Washington Courts Self Help Resources |
https://www.courts.wa.gov/newsinfo/index.cfm?fa=newsinfo.displayContent&theFile=content/selfhelp Find self-help resources on: Consumer Protection | 04/18/2023 | Community Resources, Legal Resources | |
Whatcom County World Relief |
https://worldrelief.org/western-wa/about-us/whatcom/ 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: Contact Us: Our Location: | 03/03/2023 | Community Resources, Emergency & Disaster Resources, Housing Resources, Legal Resources | |
LAW Advocates – Whatcom Legal Assistance |
https://lawadvocates.org/ 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 just those who can afford a lawyer. | 03/03/2023 | Community Resources, Legal Resources | |
City of Bellingham Identity Theft Resources |
https://cob.org/services/safety/police-services/reporting/identity-theft-tips | 03/03/2023 | Community Resources, Financial Resources, Fraud & Scam, Legal Resources | |
Washington State Senior Fraud |
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 knowing they have spent a lifetime earning their savings. Con criminals go wherever they can to find money to steal. They use everyday tools—the mailbox, the telephone, the Internet—to reach into your pocketbook. You can help educate your friends, parents, and others by becoming familiar with some of the more common scams and how they operate. Then share that information with others. Find resources specific to protecting seniors from fraud and scams here. | 03/03/2023 | Community Resources, Financial Resources, Fraud & Scam, Legal Resources | |
Washington State Identity Theft / Privacy |
https://www.atg.wa.gov/guardit.aspx Find resources to help: PROTECT my personal information LEARN about: ATTEND a free shredding event | 03/03/2023 | Community Resources, Financial Resources, Fraud & Scam, Legal Resources | |
AARP Fraud Watch Network |
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 targeted by scams or fraud, you are not alone. Our trained fraud specialists provide support and guidance on what to do next and how to avoid scams in the future. The AARP Fraud Helpline, 877-908-3360, is free and available to anyone. We also offer online support sessions for further emotional support. Looking for resources in Spanish? Go to www.aarp.org/fraude | 03/03/2023 | Community Resources, Financial Resources, Legal Resources | |
Washington Connection: Your Link to Services | Website: https://www.washingtonconnection.org/home/ Washington Connection offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as Food, Cash, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs. Individuals that are age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance. | 01/09/2023 | Community Resources, Education Resources, Emergency & Disaster Resources, Employment Resources, Financial Resources, Food Resources, Health & COVID 19 Resources, Housing Resources, Legal Resources, Weather & Flood Resources | Disaster Recovery, DSHS, Food, Health, Money, Relief, Services |
Recovering or Replacing Personal Documents |
DisasterAssistance.gov resources: https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/moving-forward/your-official-documents | 06/17/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency & Disaster Resources, Legal Resources, Weather & Flood Resources | Damaged, Disaster Recovery, Documents, Lost, Paperwork, Replace |
DSHS Emergency Programs Application for Benefits | Website: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/node/62 | 06/17/2022 | Community Resources, Emergency & Disaster Resources, Food Resources, Health & COVID 19 Resources, Housing Resources, Legal Resources, Weather & Flood Resources | Disaster Recovery, Food, Health, Money, Relief, Services |
CLEAR Hotline | https://nwjustice.org/clear-hotline 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 weekdays 8:00 am – 6:00 pm. 2 1 1 will identify and refer you to the appropriate legal aid provider. Seniors (age 60 and over) can also call CLEAR*Sr at 1-888-387-7111 (statewide) Facing Eviction? Call 1-855-657-8387 Facing Foreclosure? Call 1-800-606-4819 Deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired callers can call CLEAR or 2 1 1 (or toll-free 1-877-211-9274) using the relay service of their choice. 2 1 1 and CLEAR will provide interpreters. | 05/05/2022 | Community Resources, Legal Resources | |
Dementia Legal Planning | https://www.probonocouncil.org/dementia-legal-planning 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:
This program serves those who are 60 and over, people living with dementia of any age, or those under 60 with a family history of dementia. | 05/05/2022 | Community Resources, Legal Resources | Power of Attorney, Pro Bono |
Northwest Justice Project | https://nwjustice.org/home 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 State. Learn about NJP’s racial justice commitments. | 04/08/2022 | Community Resources, Legal Resources | |
Washington LawHelp | https://www.washingtonlawhelp.org/ Self-help resources for many legal topics: | 04/08/2022 | Community Resources, Legal Resources |