New York & Other Legal Assistance Programs
New York State
New York State Courts: COURTHelp
This is a website hosted by the court system in New York state. There is a lot of information on the page! Use the lists or the "QUICK LINKS" (bottom right-hand corner box). We've listed a few helpful links here as well.
Find definitions of legal words.
Forms you can use for issues like guardianship or name change; many forms available in English & Spanish.
Find information about legal topics such as Default Judgments, Problems with Money, and Starting an Appeal.
Help Centers provide free information about the law and court procedure to people who do not have an attorney. Help Center staff do not provide legal advice and are unable to represent you. Help Centers are located across New York.
Information about finding free legal help and paid help. Includes information for veterans.
This helpful website provides background information on many legal topics and offers a directory of organizations providing free or low-cost legal services available in New York State.
There are also links to court/legal forms that you may need.
The entire website is NY focused.