Pine Tree Legal Assistance - Portland
Pine Tree Legal Assistance
Free civil legal help for low-income Mainers including housing, benefits, family law, and consumer issues.
Who can use this?
Must be low-income (generally at or below 200% of the federal poverty level). Priority given to cases involving basic human needs: housing, safety, income, healthcare.
About this resource
Pine Tree Legal Assistance is Maine's largest free civil legal aid provider, serving low-income individuals and families across the state. The Portland office covers Cumberland, York, and Sagadahoc counties. Services include representation in housing disputes, benefits appeals, family law matters, consumer issues, and more.
Services offered
- Eviction defense and housing law
- Public benefits appeals (MaineCare, SNAP, TANF)
- Family law (protection from abuse orders, custody)
- Consumer debt defense
- Elder law
- Disability rights
What to expect
Walk in Monday or Wednesday mornings (9 AM-noon) for intake, or call during phone hours. An intake specialist will screen your case and determine eligibility. If accepted, you'll be assigned an attorney.
What to bring
Any court papers, notices, or documents related to your legal issue. Proof of income if available.