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 415.989.1616, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm.
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.
Initial 30-minute consultations are $35. Free consultations are available in cases of injury, benefits, veteran’s issues and elder abuse. All communications are confidential, private, and protected.
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.