Connecticut Legal Services, Inc.

Connecticut Legal Services, Inc. is a legal aid agency that provides assistance to low-income individuals in Connecticut. The organization aims to address issues such as homelessness, lack of medical care, and domestic violence. It handles approximately 5,000 cases and serves about 12,000 low-income people annually. Additionally, the firm conducts around 200 community education events each year.

The firm offers various avenues for legal help, including self-help materials available through CTLawHelp.org, online applications for services, and a legal hotline. It also hosts free educational events and legal clinics designed to inform individuals about their rights. Connecticut Legal Services operates six full-service offices located in New London, Willimantic, New Britain, Waterbury, Bridgeport, and Stamford, with an administrative office in Middletown. The agency serves clients throughout Connecticut, particularly those aged 60 and older, and undocumented immigrants, without discrimination based on national origin or immigration status.

Practice areas include:

• Issues related to homelessness and eviction
• Support for lack of medical care
• Assistance with domestic violence matters
• Child support issues
• Help with debt collectors