Central California Legal Services provides free legal assistance to low income families in the following counties: Fresno, Kings, Mariposa, Merced, Tulare, and Tuolumne. We do not advise or assist in criminal matters.

Services range from advice-only to full represenation in civil matters. The following are examples of the kinds of cases we accept...

This list is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. You must qualify for our services to receive help. However, services are free.

When you contact one of our offices with a legal problem, you will be interviewed to determine eligibility for our services.

Services are available to all low-income residents of the above counties regardless of race, sex, age, religion, disability, family status, sexual orientation, or national origin. In order to assist you, we must ask questions about your income and assets, the size of your family and residency status. All information we collect from you is confidential.

CCLS also provides outreach and education to the community. Please contact us for information and availability.

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