Resources

Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center – Mediation & conflict resolution services.

LawforWA.org – General information on the law & the courts

Washingtonlawhelp.org – Directory of legal aid programs listed by county; legal education materials, guides, & forms

Whatcom Homeless Service Center – centralized, coordinated entry to community housing and service programs targeted to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Attorney Referral Service – Private attorney referral service (not a free service).

Northwest Immigrant Rights Project – Help for persons with immigration law issues

Northwest Justice Project – Civil legal services for low-income people

Unemployment Law Project – Legal assistance if denied unemployment benefits

Washington State Bar Association – State bar’s resources for the public

Whatcom County Bar Association – Whatcom County Bar Association’s website

Whatcom Law Library – Links to statutes, case law, court forms, & more

Whatcom Human Rights Task Force – Assistance for discrimination matters

CLEAR (Coordinated Legal Education And Referral) line – 1-888-201-1014 Washington’s centralized intake, advice, and referral line.  Hours Mon.-Fri.: 9:10 am – 12:25 pm

WSBA Moderate Means Program – Free referral panel designed to connect clients whose income is within 200–400% of the Federal Poverty Level to lawyers who offer legal assistance at a reduced fee.

Northwest Justice Project’s Youtube Channel – featuring educational videos on a variety of civil legal topics.

Courthouse Facilitators – Help people without attorneys in Superior Court family law cases.

Opportunity Council Community Resource Directory – An extensive directory of local resources