Maine Free Legal Answers
American Bar Association
A free virtual legal advice clinic where low-income Mainers post civil legal questions online and receive answers from volunteer attorneys. Covers family law, housing, consumer rights, employment, health, disability, and more.
Who can use this?
Household income must be less than 250% of federal poverty level. Liquid assets must not exceed $6,000. Must be an adult Maine resident. Civil matters only. Limit of 3 questions per year.
About this resource
Maine Free Legal Answers is a virtual legal advice clinic run by the American Bar Association where qualifying users post civil legal questions at no cost to be answered by volunteer Maine-licensed attorneys. Users may submit up to 3 questions per year.
Services offered
- Free legal advice on civil matters
- Family law questions
- Housing and eviction guidance
- Consumer rights advice
- Employment and unemployment questions
- Health and disability law
- Civil rights questions
What to expect
Create an account on the website, answer eligibility questions, then post your legal question. A volunteer attorney will respond within 35 days.
What to bring
Internet access. Have details of your legal situation ready to describe clearly in writing.