Law Advocates - Whatcom County

Lummi Civil Legal Clinic at the Lummi Tribal Court Lobby
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, 2025-09-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-18 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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.

Street Law at Bellingham Public Library
2025-11-15 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-10-18 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-09-20 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-08-23 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-07-19 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-21 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-05-17 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-04-26 10:30 - 14:00 and 1 more date | 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.

North Whatcom Civil Legal Clinic
2025-11-13 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-09 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-11 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-14 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-10 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

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.

Bellingham Junk Fee Ordinance Information Sessions
2025-07-19 10:30 - 14:30 | Bellingham Public Library – Central Branch, 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Learn about the City of Bellingham Ordinance banning Junk Fees taking effect August 1st, and your rights as a tenant in Washington State.

Saturday July 19th, 2025

Info Sessions at:

11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. (Same session, offered twice)

Doors Open at 10:30 AM

Bellingham Public Library – Central Location Lecture Room – 210 Central Ave. Bellingham, WA

Connect with free community resources!
RSVP here: LAW Advocates: Junk Fee Ordinance Information Session

All are welcome.

Debt Clinic @ Whatcom Courthouse - 4th Floor
2025-07-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-03 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

Bingo Night!
2025-06-14 18:00 - 20:00
Join us Saturday, June 14th, from 6pm-8pm, for Bingo at Roam Coffee & Beer, 1205 Washington St, Bellingham. $3 from each Bingo Card sale and $1 of every pint sale is donated to LAW Advocates.

Debt Clinic @ Whatcom Courthouse – 4th Floor
2025-06-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-02 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, 5th floor, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States

North Whatcom Civil Legal Clinic
2025-04-10 15:30 - 18:00 | Ferndale Community Services’ Community Resource Center 5694 Second Ave Ferndale, WA, 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale, WA, 98248, United States
2nd Thursday of the month through August 2025. April 10th, 2025, 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ferndale Community Services’ Community Resource Center 5694 Second Ave Ferndale, WA.
10 de abril de 2025, 3:30 – 6:00 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
