"Lawyers in Libraries" events are hosted annually by the Legal Education & Assistance Program (LEAP). LEAP is designed to help people find information about their legal issues as well as identify resources, services, and attorneys in their area. LEAP is a partnership of the LSBA, LSU Law Library, Law Library of Louisiana, Louisiana Library Association, Southeast Louisiana Legal Services, State Library of Louisiana, and individual public libraries across the state.
In addition to the "Lawyers in Libraries" events in October, legal resources can be found year-round through the
Find Legal Help Portal or by selecting your parish from the drop-down below. Resources listed include:
- Legal aid and Pro Bono Organizations: these groups may be able to represent you depending on your legal issue if you cannot afford representation. However, financial eligibility requirements apply, and attorneys are not always available.
- Resources for Self-Represented Litigants: It is difficult to go to court without an attorney and you will not receive assistance in the courtroom because you don’t have an attorney. However, some courts may have services available to help you beforehand. Click on your parish below to find services in your area. LouisianaLawHelp.org also offers information for self-represented litigants throughout the state.
- LA.FreeLegalAnswers.org: this is a website that allows you to ask legal questions online, and volunteer attorneys will respond. Please note that financial eligibility requirements apply, and the site is for civil (non-criminal) legal issues only.
For Self-Help Services by Parish - Click on your parish below to find services in your area.