Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas - Amarillo, TX

Advocating for Equal Justice in Northwest Texas

Equal access to justice is a fundamental right, yet many low-income families find themselves shut out of the legal system due to high costs. Since its inception in 1951, Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas (LANWT) has worked tirelessly to bridge this gap. As a non-profit law firm, we provide free civil legal help to eligible low-income individuals, families, and veterans throughout North and West Texas. Serving 114 counties, including Potter and Randall counties from our local office in Amarillo, we specialize in high-impact legal advocacy. If you need free legal help in Amarillo or are looking to find legal aid in Texas for a critical civil issue, our dedicated staff is here to stand by your side.

Compassionate and Targeted Community Legal Services

At Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas, we understand that legal crises can affect every aspect of a person's life, from housing security to physical safety. We do not charge our clients for our representation. Instead, our organization is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, the Texas Access to Justice Foundation, and generous community donors. Through our local legal clinics, telephone intake systems, and direct courtroom representation, we strive to empower vulnerable populations and protect their basic civil rights.

Free Representation for Domestic Violence and Family Law

Family instability and domestic abuse are among the most urgent crises our communities face. Our compassionate family law team provides essential legal services to protect survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. We assist clients in securing protective orders, navigating complex divorce proceedings, and handling child custody and child support disputes. When families need an attorney for child custody to protect their children's safety and well-being, we offer experienced guidance in the courtroom to ensure stable, loving environments.

Housing Justice, Tenant Rights, and Eviction Defense

Keeping families safely housed is a top priority for our Amarillo office. Landlord and tenant disputes can quickly escalate into devastating evictions or foreclosure crises. We represent low-income tenants facing wrongful eviction, uninhabitable living conditions, and housing discrimination. We also help struggling homeowners protect their properties through foreclosure prevention programs and assist with disaster relief claims, ensuring that everyone in our community has a safe place to call home.

Veteran Services, Public Benefits, and Consumer Rights

We are deeply committed to supporting those who have served our country. In partnership with community veterans clinics, including the Thomas E. Creek VA Medical Center in Amarillo, we offer regular legal clinics to help veterans secure public benefits, access healthcare, and resolve consumer protection issues. Additionally, our consumer rights team defends clients against predatory debt collection, identity theft, and unfair contracts, helping them rebuild financial stability.

End-of-Life Planning, Wills, and Estate Administration

Protecting a family's modest assets and planning for medical crises is critical for seniors and low-income individuals. Our estate planning team helps clients draft basic wills, establish healthcare directives, and structure power of attorney designations. By offering proactive estate planning, we prevent complex probate disputes and ensure that our clients' wishes are honored without costly legal battles.

Apply for Free Civil Legal Help in Amarillo Today

If you face a civil legal challenge and cannot afford a private lawyer, do not hesitate to contact our office. Our Amarillo branch, located on SW 8th Avenue, operates standard business hours from Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Prospective clients must undergo a screening process to verify income eligibility. Call Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas today or visit one of our scheduled local legal clinics to learn how we can help you find a path to justice.