Legal Aid Corporation   

of Tippecanoe County      

 

 

[About Legal Aid]

Who we are, the services we provide, and a brief history of Legal Aid.

 

[Applying for Legal Aid]

Information about qualifying for legal aid, applications, and costs

 

[Legal Aid needs your help!]

Contributing to Legal Aid, volunteer assistance form

 

[Contact / find our office]

Addresses and phone numbers, hours, and directions to our office

 

[Board of Directors]

A list of the twelve members of the 2003-2004 Legal Aid Board of Directors.

 

[Frequently Asked Questions]

Information about some common concerns.

 

[Links]

State and federal government offices, local social service agencies, and resources providing legal information.

 

How Do You Qualify for Legal Aid?

  1. Applicants must live in Tippecanoe County and the legal problem must be in Tippecanoe County.
  2. Applicants must meet economic requirements based on household size and weekly income.
  3. In cases of divorce, one of the spouses must have lived in Indiana for at least 6 months and in Tippecanoe County for at least 3 months.

 

 

How Do You Apply for Legal Assistance?

  1. Fill out a Legal Aid application available at the Legal Aid office.
  2. If you qualify for legal assistance, a member of the staff will contact you.
  3. Schedule an appointment with a Legal Aid attorney to discuss your legal problem.

 

 

How Much Does Legal Aid Cost?

THE FIRST CONSULTATION IS FREE.

  • COURT COSTS: State law requires the payment of court costs. The amount varies according to the situation.
  • PUBLICATION COSTS: Clients are also responsible for the cost of any legal notices which must be published in the newspaper. The cost for this varies with the situation.

There may be other costs depending on the situation.

All material Copyright © 2004 LEGAL AID CORPORATION OF TIPPECANOE COUNTY