Law Advocates - Whatcom County

Lummi Civil Legal Clinic at the Lummi Tribal Court Lobby
2026-02-23 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-26 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lummi Tribal Court, 2665 Kwina Road, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Lummi Civil Legal Clinic at Lummi Tribal Court Lobby, 2665 Kwina Rd.
The program can serve Lummi Nation Tribal Members and individuals with extensive ties to the Lummi Nation community. Lummi Nation Tribal Members are given priority.

Bi-Weekly Legal Consultation Clinic Held at Lummi Tribal Court – Walk ins welcome!
Text 509-731-4322 to request to reserve an appointment.

Housing issues
Family Law (Divorce, Custody, Guardianship, Dependency)
Consumer Debt Issues
Employment-related legal issues
Probate

Direct representation for certain civil legal matters may be available on a case-by-case basis as determined by available resources and priority.
Please note, we do not provide assistance with criminal matters.
Program offered in partnership with Lummi Nation Tribal Court.

Presidents' Day - LAW Advocates Closed
2026-02-16

North Whatcom Civil Legal Clinic
2026-02-12 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-13 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-09 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-11 14:00 - 17:00 | Ferndale Community Services’ Community Resource Center 5694 Second Ave Ferndale, WA, 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale, WA, 98248, United States
Thursday: February 12, April 9, June 11, September 10, November 12, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Ferndale Community Services’ Resource Center 5694 Second Ave Ferndale, WA

Jueves: 12 de febrero, 9 de abril, 11 de junio, 10 de septiembre, 12 de noviembre, de 2026
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Centro de recursos de Ferndale Community Services 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale, WA
Open to all in North Whatcom County who meet financial eligibility requirements. WALK IN’S ONLY. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED.
Abierto para todos en el norte del condado de Whatcom que cumplan con los requisitos de elegibilidad financiera. NO SE REQUIERE CITA
Respond to Debt Collectors | Renter’s Rights | General Civil Legal Advice | Wills and Powers of Attorney | Family Law
Responder a Cobradores de Deuda | Derechos de Inquilinos | Testamentos y Poderes Notariales | Derecho de Familia | Asesoría Legal Civil General
Call: (360) 671-6079 Email: info@lawadvocates.org Website: www.lawadvocates.org

Llamar: (360) 671-6079 Correo electrónico: info@lawadvocates.org Sitio web: www.lawadvocates.org

Debt Clinic @ Whatcom Courthouse – 4th Floor
2026-02-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, 5th floor, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Walk in only
Clients must meet financial eligibility requirements.
An attorney will consult with clients on their debt issues, including:

Debt Collection
Garnishment
Medical Debt and Charity Care

This clinic is for debtors with low incomes.
People required to attend court that day get priority to see attorney. The attorney is usually able to see 3-4 people, so it’s best to arrive early.
What to bring:

Court documents
Letters from creditors or collection agencies
Billing statements
Any other documents relevant document

Game Night at Stemma West!
2026-01-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Stemma West, 508 Carolina Street, Bellingham, 98225, United States
Join LAW Advocates for Game Night at Stemma West!

Game Nights are the last Tuesday of each month at Stemma Brewing Co. – West Location (508 Carolina St, Bellingham).

Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Upcoming Games:
1/26 – Trivia
2/24 – Bingo
3/31– Family Feud

Grab your friends, enjoy a drink, and help support access to justice in Whatcom County — donations to Law Advocates appreciated.

Mark your calendars and we’ll see you at Stemma West!

Street Law at Bellingham Public Library
2026-01-24 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-12-13 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-11-15 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-10-18 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-09-20 10:30 - 14:00 | Bellingham Public Library – Central Branch, 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Pre-Registration is required. Call 360-671-6079 and leave a voicemail or email info@lawadvocates 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. Clients must meet financial eligibility requirements.
A small number of walk-in consultations are available for clients unable to pre-register. Walk-In consultations are first come first serve and cannot be reserved ahead of time.

Treaty Day
2026-01-22

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - LAW Advocates Closed
2026-01-19

North Whatcom Civil Legal Clinic
2026-01-08 14:00 - 17:00 | Ferndale Community Services’ Community Resource Center 5694 Second Ave Ferndale, WA, 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale, WA, 98248, United States
2nd Thursday of the month, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Ferndale Community Services’ Community Resource Center 5694 Second Ave Ferndale, WA.
Segundo jueves del mes 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Centro de Recursos Comunitarios de Ferndale Community Services 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale, WA
Open to all in North Whatcom County who meet financial eligibility requirements. WALK IN’S ONLY. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED.
Abierto para todos en el norte del condado de Whatcom que cumplan con los requisitos de elegibilidad financiera. SOLO SIN CITA NO SE REQUIERE CITA PREVIA
Respond to Debt Collectors | Renter’s Rights | General Civil Legal Advice | Wills and Powers of Attorney | Family Law
Responder a Cobradores de Deuda | Derechos de Inquilinos | Testamentos y Poderes Notariales | Derecho de Familia | Asesoría Legal Civil General
Call: (360) 671-6079 Email: info@lawadvocates.org Website: www.lawadvocates.org

Llamar: (360) 671-6079 Correo electrónico: info@lawadvocates.org Sitio web: www.lawadvocates.org

New Year's Day - LAW Advocates Closed
2026-01-01

North Whatcom Civil Legal Clinic
2025-12-11 14:00 - 17:00 | Ferndale Community Services’ Community Resource Center 5694 Second Ave Ferndale, WA, 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale, WA, 98248, United States
North Whatcom Civil Legal Clinic is cancelled today, Thursday December 11th from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm, due to floods.

La clínica de asistencia legal civil de North Whatcom, programada para el jueves 11 de diciembre, ha sido cancelada debido a las inundaciones.
2nd Thursday of the month through December 2025. 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Ferndale Community Services’ Community Resource Center 5694 Second Ave Ferndale, WA.
Segundo jueves de cada mes hasta diciembre de 2025. 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Centro de Recursos Comunitarios de Ferndale Community Services 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale, WA
Open to all in North Whatcom County who meet financial eligibility requirements. WALK IN’S ONLY. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED.
Abierto para todos en el norte del condado de Whatcom que cumplan con los requisitos de elegibilidad financiera. SOLO SIN CITA NO SE REQUIERE CITA PREVIA
Respond to Debt Collectors | Renter’s Rights | General Civil Legal Advice | Wills and Powers of Attorney | Family Law
Responder a Cobradores de Deuda | Derechos de Inquilinos | Testamentos y Poderes Notariales | Derecho de Familia | Asesoría Legal Civil General
Call: (360) 671-6079 Email: info@lawadvocates.org Website: www.lawadvocates.org

Llamar: (360) 671-6079 Correo electrónico: info@lawadvocates.org Sitio web: www.lawadvocates.org

Lummi Civil Legal Clinic at the Lummi Tribal Court Lobby
2025-12-08 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-17 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-20 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-01 13:00 - 16:00
Lummi Tribal Court Lobby, 2665 Kwina Rd.
Get legal advice, help with forms, and guidance on your next steps. No appointment needed – walk-ins welcome!Lummi community members are invited to meet with an attorney for a free civil legal consultation.
We can help with:• Divorce & Custody• Debt & Housing Issues• Dependency & Probate Have questions?Contact Lummi Tribal Court, Megan McNulty at call 360-380-8649LAW Advocates at info@lawadvocates.org or call (360) 671-6079.A collaboration between Lummi Tribal Court & Law Advocates.

2025 Gala for Justice
2025-10-16 17:00 - 23:00 | Four Points Sheraton, 714 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, 98229, United States
Benefiting Law Advocates of Whatcom County
2025 Gala for JusticeThursday, October 16
Four Points by Sheraton, Bellingham
Doors open at 5:00 PM

Join us for Champagne & Candlelight: An Evening of Purpose, Light & Celebration at the 2025 Gala for Justice. This inspiring evening features a delicious dinner, a festive champagne toast, and both live and silent auctions, all in support of civil legal aid for those who need it most in our community. Together, we’ll raise critical funds to ensure justice is accessible to all.

Registration closes October 3rd 2025

Thank you to our Platinum Sponsor

Thank you to our Diamond Sponsors

Pro Bono 101 CLE
2025-09-26 12:00 - 16:30 | Bellingham Yacht Club
Join LAW Advocates’ and WCBA:

Pro Bono 101 CLE*, an afternoon of learning, connection, and community impact. *(CLE credits pending WSBA approval)

Why attend?
Every day, low-income community members face serious civil legal challenges without assistance. As a volunteer attorney or LLLT, you can be part of closing the gap for access to justice for our neighbors in Whatcom County.

Earn Law & Legal Procedure and Ethics/Equity CLE credit* (CLE credits pending WSBA approval)

Event Details
• Friday, September 26, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Bellingham Yacht Club | 2625 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225
Lunch provided
• Registration Link Coming Soon!

Topics to Include:

Family Law 101
Importance of Language Access
Consumer Debt Defense
How to get started as a LAW Advocates volunteer

For questions, contact Piper at programsmanager@lawadvocates.org.
