Attorneys who provide legal services pro bono do not expect payment for their time and legal expertise. Attorneys, like other professionals, want to use their specialized knowledge to help people and help their communities. They have a special interest in making sure that the legal system provides justice for all.

In the state of Connecticut, Statewide Legal Services acts as the clearinghouse for most pro bono inquiries. To find out if you qualify for free legal counsel on civil (non criminal) issues, call:

1-800-453-3320, or visit their website at www.slsct.org

The following agencies use Statewide Legal Services for client intake:

Greater Hartford Legal Assistance
New Haven Legal Association
Connecticut Legal Services (Bridgeport, New Britain, New London, Stamford, Waterbury, Willimantic)
AIDS Legal Network for Connecticut
Again, the contact for Statewide Legal Services is www.slsct.org

For specialized services you may also try:

Connecticut Women’s Education & Legal Fund (1-800-479-2949)
Child Support Hot Line (1-800-228-KIDS)
Legal Assistance to Medicare Patients (1-800-413-7796)