Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc.

Verified

Public defender's office

3.0(6 Google reviews)

The Louise Brookins Building, 118 Locust St, Harrisburg, PA 17101, United States

Information last updated October 12, 2026

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy Civil Litigation Employment Family Law

About Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc.

The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. (PLAN, Inc.) is a statewide consortium that coordinates the delivery of civil legal assistance to low-income individuals and families across Pennsylvania. As an independent legal aid program, PLAN, Inc. provides strategic leadership and support for a network of eight regional legal aid programs and six specialized legal resource programs. This structure ensures that residents in all 67 counties have access to essential legal services.

PLAN, Inc. administers funding from various federal, state, and local sources, distributing grants to member organizations. The network offers direct representation to eligible clients and provides information on legal rights and remedies. It also supports legal advocates within its programs by coordinating training, technology, and developing new resources.

The network's work encompasses a range of civil legal issues, including housing law, public benefits, employment law, family law, elder law, and consumer protection. In a recent year, the network provided legal assistance to nearly 81,000 households, reaching over 176,000 people, and offered legal advice to more than 56,000 additional individuals through clinics and workshops. The organization also facilitates referrals to other legal, social, and community-based services.

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: Meredith Rapkin — Executive Director
Services listed: Civil Legal Assistance, Public Benefits, Employment Law
Fees: The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network provides free legal services and assistance to low-income individuals and families.
Offices: 118 Locust Street • Harrisburg, PA 17101-1414

Source: palegalaid.net · checked October 12, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Thursday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Friday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Details & Amenities

Accessibility

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Amenities

Toilet

Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. located?+

Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. is located at The Louise Brookins Building, 118 Locust St, Harrisburg, PA 17101, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. handle?+

Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. handles Bankruptcy, Civil Litigation, Employment, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc.?+

Call Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. at +1 717-236-9486 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. well rated?+

Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. has a 3.0-star rating based on 6 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

6 reviews

Lincoln Berthazie Abraham· via Google
a year ago
Danna Casserly· via Google
8 months ago
Brad Alfieri· via Google
Great legal aid network
7 years ago
Megan Lewis· via Google
Useless organization. They will provide you with no information or legal aid referrals.
8 years ago
Denise Bedio· via Google
Basically a menu that doesn't offer any real help in finding legal representation. If you're facing civil matters you're referred to your county legal network but if it's a criminal matter then you're stuck with a crappy appointed lawyer that gets paid by the county so of course they are more concerned with getting paid by your fines rather than helping you.
Edited 8 years ago
Z Ducoste· via Google
Nobody answers or returns ANY CALLS what so ever. It's feel like a complete sabotage.
7 months ago

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