Can any lawyer accept an indigent form to take a case?

Question

I have been looking for attorney's for a little over two weeks now. I haven't had any luck as of yet. I had an option of one lawyer who wanted 750 dollars to retain him. I am indigent and don't have that kind of money. I am on SSI for being blind. So if any of you know anything let me know...Thanks Rochelle

Answer 1

There are a couple of options.

If there is a law school near you, see if they have a legal aid clinic. They will often help with such cases and provide free advice and counsel.

Look for Legal Aid organizations. Lawyers get brownie points for doing pro bono work with such groups as a community service. Most larger communities will have something along these lines.