CNY Legal HelpLine

(Program)

Provides free legal advice about civil (non-criminal) legal issues (including consumer problems, housing problems, divorce and other family matters, special education and school issues, domestic violence, employment, disability issues, unemployment benefits, welfare, Medicaid, food stamps, and other public benefits).

Eligibility: Individuals at or below 200% of federal poverty line

Application Process: Call for information and services

Required Documentation: None

Fees: None

Broome, Cayuga, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, and Otsego counties

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Legal Services of Central New York (LSCNY)
(Agency)

Currently available by phone or online only: 1-877-777-6152 or http://www.lscny.org/intakeProvides general civil legal services to low-income individuals and families.

221 South Warren Street
Suite 300
Syracuse NY 13202

Website: www.lscny.org

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM

Disabled: Fully Accessible