Description
This is the Bar Association’s intake line that connects callers to private lawyers. Private attorney referrals are usually most appropriate when there is no non-profit help available, or for cases where there might be funds recovered to pay an attorney (personal injury, a lawsuit against someone to recover funds for some kind of damage, SSI/SSDI, insurance cases, etc.).
Ways to Contact
Call LRIS at 925.825.5700. Hours: Monday through Thursday from 9am-4pm (closed 12-1pm) and Friday from 9am-12pm, or fill out the online request form here and a representative will call you back.
Process
During the initial call, Bar Association staff will do an intake to determine what type of help you need. They will then connect you to the appropriate kind of private lawyer.
The cost for this information and a 30 minute consultation with the lawyer is typically $45. If they determine your case to be a plaintiff’s personal injury, an employee Workers’ Compensation, or Social Security Disability issue, you will not be charged the $45 fee.
Notes
Collect key information in advance if possible: case numbers, names of key people, court dates and deadlines, documents related to the issue, and any questions you have.