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The following organizations can provide lawyers who can assist you directly in the categories specified. Justice Bridge Legal Center <\/strong>– www.justice-bridge.org<\/a> \u2013 (508) 449-9296 – provides discounted legal services at $50 to $75 per hour for clients falling within 200 to 225% of the Federal Poverty Level (approximately $48,600 in annual income for a family of four). It provides consultation and advice, as well as limited attorney representation (LAR) and full legal representation, in these areas \u2013 housing (including evictions and breach of warranty law), debt collection and re-finance, bankruptcy, probate, immigration (special immigrant juvenile status\/SIJS, unaccompanied minors), family law (including divorce, custody, alimony, child support, modifications), employment law, and education law (including special education appeals).<\/p>\n We Can<\/strong> \u2013 www.wecancenter.org<\/a> – 508-430-8111 \u2013 Offers a variety of services to women (sorry, guys). We Can offers free 30-minute, one-to-one consultations with an attorney to help you get targeted advice on legal issues, so you can know your rights. Our volunteer attorneys each know different types of law. Legal topics include: Family Law, Wills and Estates, Landlord-Tenant, Immigration, Bankruptcy.Elder Law, Business Law, Grandparent\u2019s Rights, Real Estate.<\/p>\n Elder Services of Cape Cod <\/strong> – www.escci.org<\/a> – 800-244-4630 – Information and Referral The I & R Department is a central source of information on all services available to older adults on Cape Cod. A call to their toll-free number will help you find the assistance that you need. Services include Long Term Care Screening<\/a> \u2013 required screenings for individuals seeking Medicaid reimbursed services such as nursing home care, adult day health programs. Options Counseling<\/a>, a short-term decision support process to assist consumers of any income (elders age 60 or older, or individuals over the age of 18 with any disability) and their family members, caregivers or others in making an informed choice about long term services. Protective Services<\/a> provides 24\/7 assistance for anyone 60 or older who has been abused, neglected, financially exploited or is at risk of harm due to self-neglect. Long Term Care Ombudsman Program<\/a> has trained advocates who visit nursing and rest homes on a weekly basis to monitor conditions and to meet with residents to discuss their concerns about their care.<\/p>\n These resources can help you find attorneys who may be able to help you. MassLegalHelp<\/strong> – www.masslegalhelp.org<\/a> \u2013 no phone, must contact online \u2013 a clearing house for low cost\/no cost legal services.<\/p>\n FOR CIVIL LAWSUITS<\/p>\n Small Claims Court – <\/strong>www.mass.gov\/small-claims<\/a> – Small claims can handle consumer complaints against businesses and others, typically up to $7,000 in damages. You do not need a lawyer to use this forum.<\/p>\n CRIMINAL DEFENSE<\/p>\n Committee for Public Counsel Services (Legal Aid) <\/strong>\u2013 508-862-8034 \u2013 Provides free attorneys in in all matters in which require the appointment of counsel. This includes representation in criminal, delinquency, youthful offender, child welfare, mental health, sexually dangerous person and sex offender registry cases, as well as related appeals and post-conviction matters. They also handle immigration consequences for non-citizens clients.<\/p>\n OTHER RESOURCES INCLUDE:<\/p>\n Consumer Assistance Council<\/strong> \u2013 www.consumercouncil.com<\/a> \u2013 508-771-0700. The Council handles consumer complaints against businesses, and deals with automotive, home improvement, landlord-tenant and many other issues. It offers free mediation services and is available to all without regard to income.<\/p>\n Barnstable County Dept. of Human Services<\/strong> \u2013 www.bchumanservices.net<\/a> \u2013 508-375-6628. This agency handles public health issues, aging and disability, mental health, housing and other issues.<\/p>\n Community Action Committee<\/strong> \u2013 www.cacci.cc<\/a> \u2013 508-771-1727 \u2013 The CAC assists lower income individual and families on matters relating to health care, homeless prevention, educational support for seniors and other services.<\/p>\n LEGAL INFORMATION \u2013 General<\/p>\n Barnstable Law Library<\/strong> – www.mass.gov\/locations\/barnstable-law-library<\/a> – 508-362-8539. Not just for lawyers, the Barnstable Law Library offers many services to consumers; in fact, about 75% of the people it serves are private citizens with questions about the law. You can call them, email them, or have an online chat with a reference librarian. You can also text your question to their special text line, 866-885-6277.<\/p>\n LANDLORD\/TENANT & MORTGAGE-RELATED ONLY<\/p>\n Cape Cod Housing Assistance Corp<\/strong> \u2013 www.haconcapecod.org<\/a> \u2013 508-240-1717 ext. 104 \u2013 Provides rental assistance for tenants and landlords.<\/p>\n State Emergency Rental and Mortgage Assistance<\/strong> \u2013 www.mass.gov\/covidhousinghelp<\/a> – can provide assistance to those struggling to pay rent or mortgages.<\/p>\n MassLandlords Helpline<\/strong> \u2013 www.masslandlords.net<\/a> – 774-314-1896.<\/p>\n Legal Assistance for Landlords<\/strong> \u2013 Volunteer Lawyer Project<\/a> – 617-603-1700.<\/p>\n More Useful Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n Ask a Law Librarian<\/a> Law by Subject<\/strong><\/p>\n Law About Over 100 Topics<\/a> Laws, Regulations & Cases<\/strong><\/p>\n Mass. 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\nSouth Coastal Counties Legal Services<\/strong> \u2013 www.sccls.org<\/a> \u2013 800-244-9023 \u2013 will provide free legal counsel to citizens below certain income and asset thresholds, and to the elderly regardless of income. It handles unemployment, social security, eviction and many other issues.<\/p>\n
\nMassachusetts Bar Legal Referral Service<\/strong> \u2013 www.MassLawHelp.com<\/a> \u2013 617-654-0400; email LRS@massbar.org<\/a>. This is one of the largest legal referral services in the country. You can get help 24\/7 and schedule online. They do not offer free advice, but typically charge of $25 for a half-hour consult.<\/p>\n
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