Montana Legal Services Association - HELENA, MT

Free Civil Legal Aid for Montanans

Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA) is a law firm unlike any other in the state. Based in Helena, Montana, MLSA is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality civil legal assistance to low-income individuals and families. They believe that justice should not be a luxury reserved for the wealthy. With a team of skilled attorneys and paralegals, MLSA helps Montanans protect their livelihoods, health, and families. They focus on essential life needs, handling cases that prevent homelessness, ensure safety from violence, and maintain economic stability.

Comprehensive Civil Legal Services

MLSA provides representation in a variety of non-criminal matters. Their key practice areas include:

• Domestic Violence Lawyers: assisting survivors of domestic abuse with Orders of Protection, Divorce, and custody disputes to ensure their safety.
• Housing and Real Estate Lawyers: Defending tenants against eviction, addressing unsafe housing conditions, and helping mobile home owners protect their rights.
• Consumer Protection and Bankruptcy: helping individuals fight predatory lending, manage overwhelming debt, and file for Bankruptcy when necessary.
• Public Benefits: Advocating for clients who have been wrongfully denied Social Security, Medicaid, or SNAP benefits.
• Tribal Court Advocacy: providing legal help to Native Americans living on reservations across Montana.

Helena Headquarters

The MLSA headquarters is located at 616 Helena Avenue, Suite 100, in the historic railroad district of Helena. This central hub coordinates legal aid efforts throughout the entire state. The office is situated in a prominent brick building, easily accessible to the community. While they have offices across Montana, the Helena location serves as the primary intake and administrative center.

Access to Justice

MLSA leverages technology and pro bono volunteers to reach rural and underserved communities. They operate the MontanaLawHelp.org website and provide self-help forms for those who cannot afford full representation. Their commitment to equal justice under the law drives everything they do, ensuring that even the most vulnerable citizens have a voice in the legal system.

”Empowering low-income Montanans by providing legal information, advice, and representation to address their civil legal needs.”

If you cannot afford to hire an attorney and are facing a civil legal crisis, Montana Legal Services Association may be able to help. Contact them to apply for services and see if you qualify for free legal assistance.