Our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page provides quick answers to common questions about Idaho Legal Aid Services, including eligibility for legal assistance, services we offer, how to apply, and other information about our organization. If you can't find the answer you're looking for, please contact us directly using the information found below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Idaho Legal Aid Services is a private, non-profit law firm committed to provide quality civil legal services to Idaho's low income community. For more information, please visit the Idaho Legal Aid Services About Page.
Idaho Legal Aid Services may provide services to low-income residents with legal issues in the following areas of law. Not all areas of law are available for representation in each service area. Income and eligibility criteria must be determined before representation is undertaken by ILAS.
Domestic Violence: Domestic Violence Legal Advice Line, possible representation on divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, and protection orders.
Elder Law and Senior Legal Hotline: Guardianships
Housing: landlord and tenant issues, public housing, evictions, foreclosure, housing discrimination, and manufactured housing issues.
Migrant Native-American: Guardianships
Public Benefits: Medicaid, Food Stamps (SNAP), AABD, Social Security/SSI Disability
If you discover that you need a lawyer, you may contact one of the above organizations to find out if you qualify for their services. You will also find attorneys listed in the telephone book and on the Idaho State Bar website.
If you do not qualify for assistance from Idaho Legal Aid Services, or if we cannot represent you, you may be referred to another legal services program, such as the Idaho Volunteer Lawyer Program.
You can also contact the Lawyer Referral Service or locate an attorney through the Idaho State Bar website.
Contact your nearest Idaho Legal Aid Services office, complete our online feedback survey, or email us at communications@idaholegalaid.org.