Welcome to LAW Advocates! LAW Advocates provides legal resources and connections to free legal assistance for low-income community members in Whatcom County. 

We strive for a compassionate and just society where legal and community volunteers work together, in equitable partnership with affected communities, to achieve access to justice for all marginalized people with dignity and racial equity.

Upcoming Legal Clinics 

Street Law at Bellingham Public Library

October 21st, 2023: Bellingham Public Library – Central Location. Pre-Registration is required, and begins October 9th at 8 am. Call 360-671-6079 and leave a voicemail to request a consultation and we will return your call.

Free consultation with volunteer attorneys and LLLT’s for Landlord/Tenant, Family, and General Law.

Debt Collection Clinic at Whatcom County Courthouse

Friday, September 22nd, 2023 at Whatcom District Court, 311 Grand Avenue, 4th floor 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Clients must meet financial eligibility requirements. 

Free legal assistance for low-income debtors. Assistance restricted to lawsuits related to Debt Collection, Garnishment (not for child support), Medical Debts, and Charity Care. *Bring documents, including court documents, letters from creditors and collections, and bill statements.

Good Morning Street Law at Opportunity Council

October 20th, 2023 at 1111 Cornwall Ave 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Walk-Ins Only.

Clients must meet financial eligibility requirements. 

Free consultation with volunteer attorneys Landlord/Tenant and Family Law.

Wills and Power of Attorney Clinic

Free assistance with simple wills and powers of attorney for seniors (60+), people living with a terminal illness, and/or people with disabilities in Whatcom County. Call 360-671-6079 to learn more.

Kinship Custody Clinic

Free self-help clinic for those seeking a non-parental custody order for a relative or other child. Get assistance with court papers from a family law lawyer and paralegal. Call (360)671-6079 for eligibility requirements and more information

If you would like to speak with an attorney by phone regarding a Landlord/Tenant issue: 

  • For general issues, call CLEAR: 1-888-201-1014, Monday-Friday from 9:15 am-12:15 pm
  • Seniors (60+) call CLEAR*SR: 1-888-387-7111, Monday-Friday from 9:15 am-12:15 pm
  • If you are facing eviction, call the Eviction Defense Hotline: 1-855-657-8387.

If you would like to find a private attorney to represent you:  

Upcoming Events

See upcoming Legal Clinics HERE! Check back frequently to see upcoming events.

LAW Advocates is hiring an Executive Director. See full description HERE!

Our mission is to provide free civil legal assistance to low-income Whatcom County residents by linking them with attorney and community volunteers.