Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I get help from Legal Voice?
- I don't have a phone—can you help me?
- I've tried to call your phone line, but I can't get an answer. What's going on?
- What if I live in another state?
- Will Legal Voice represent me in my case?
- What if I need help and can't afford an attorney?
- Does Legal Voice ever help men?
- Can I send an e-mail with my legal problem and have someone respond?
- How can I order one of your books?
- Does Legal Voice take walk-ins?
- How can I support Legal Voice?
- How can I get help from Legal Voice?
If you have a legal question or problem in Washington State, you can call us at the number listed below. Legal Voice volunteer attorneys, paralegals and law students will try to answer your questions and direct you to resources that will be helpful.
Legal Information & Referral phone numbers:
- 206-621-7691
- Toll Free: 866-259-7720
- TTY: 206-521-4317
There are also many resources available here on our website. Click here to see what other resources we have to offer.
return to top » - I don't have a phone—can you help me?
Unfortunately, we can only help you by phone. If there's a place you can receive calls, we will call you there. Access to a phone may also be important to reach the resources to which we will refer you. You may have a relative or advocate call on your behalf, if necessary.
return to top » - I've tried to call your phone line, but I can't get an answer. What's going on?
Our free phone line is very busy—thousands of people call us every year. Unfortunately, we cannot answer every call, but we do answer as many as possible. Our phone line has voice mail, so you can leave a message, and we will do our best to call you back. You can also order free written information by leaving a voice mail.
return to top » - What if I live in another state?
We have specific resource information only about Washington law; however, we can give you resources to start with in other states.
return to top » - Will Legal Voice represent me in my case?
Legal Voice only takes cases that will have a public impact—cases that will change the law or will affect a very large number of women. We do not have the resources to provide attorneys to represent women and men in their individual cases, so it is doubtful we will be able to take your case. However, we will do our best to direct you to resources that will be helpful.
return to top » - What if I need help and can't afford an attorney?
Many people today cannot afford to pay for an attorney, so we have put together an extensive list of other helpful resources that are free or low-cost. We also have information and court forms that can help you represent yourself in some circumstances. However, if we feel that having an attorney is very important to your case, we will try to help you figure out if there is a way you can afford any of the attorneys on our referral list. Otherwise, we will help you find other resources.
return to top » - Does Legal Voice ever help men?
Yes. While most of our callers are women, men are welcome to—and do—call our Legal Information & Referral telephone line. And some of our volunteers on the phone line are men. Legal Voice has also been involved in court cases in support of men when the outcome of the case will have an impact on laws that affect women.
return to top » - Can I send an e-mail with my legal problem and have someone respond?
No. We have found that we need to have a dialogue to help you, because we usually need to ask many questions to get you the right kind of help. So if you want help with your legal problem, please call our free Legal Information and Referral phone line:
Legal Information & Referral phone numbers:
- 206-621-7691
- Toll Free: 866-259-7720
- TTY: 206-521-4317
return to top » - How can I order one of your books?
Legal Voice has written several legal information books that are available for purchase.
- Options for Grandparents and Other Nonparental Caregivers
- Family Law in Washington State
- Tribal Court Family Law Handbook
If you know which book you want, click here to download the order form. Please mail your completed form along with your payment to:
Legal Voice
907 Pine Street, Ste. 500
Seattle, WA 98101
You can also place your order by calling 206-682-9552.
return to top » - Does Legal Voice take walk-ins?
Legal Voice does not take walk-ins. We do offer free help by phone. Please feel free to call us:
Legal Information & Referral phone numbers:
- 206-621-7691
- Toll Free: 866-259-7720
- TTY: 206-521-4317
We also offer many resources here on our website.
return to top » - How can I support Legal Voice?
There are many ways you can support Legal Voice! You can volunteer, attend one of our events, or make a donation. You can also join our online community and receive updates on our work and other opportunities on how you can help out.
Legal Voice is a 501(c)(3) organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by U.S. law.
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