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For those who do not have an attorney and have a court case that does not involve a jailable offense or traffic matter (no petty offense, misdemeanor, juvenile or felony charges), individuals can call to set up a 15 minute phone call with an attorney.

The County Attorney provides prosecution and victim witness services, and is responsible for enforcement of laws and providing legal advice and defense to the county officials. Some of the duties of the County Attorney include prosecution of all crimes committed in the county; defense of the county in all action brought against it; collection of money due on forfeited bonds; legal advisor for the Board of Supervisors and other county officials in official business; and convene the grand jury.

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Crime Witness Support
Legal Counseling
District Attorney
General Crime Victim Assistance
Criminal History Records
Volunteers help with a variety of needs for individuals and families dealing with cancer. Sample tasks may include lawn service, snow removal, housekeeping, companionship, shopping, household repairs, health care billing, legal advice, and computer assistance.

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Friendly Visiting
Residential Snow Shoveling
Legal Counseling
Errand Running/Shopping Assistance
Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Services
Housekeeping Assistance
General Yard Work

Offers a free 20-minute meeting with a lawyer. Services assist individuals in need with legal coaching, document reviewing, referrals to additional community services, and legal questions.

Offers an online legal resource specifically for military families. The site provides a directory of programs that can help find legal services and representation in or around the current community the military family lives in.

The Clerk of Court provides a resource for County residents who choose to represent themselves in court or have questions on divorce, child custody, paternity, grandparent rights. Information on legal fees and costs for hiring attorneys is also available. The Clerk of Court does not give legal advice.

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Self Representation Assistance
Legal Counseling
Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Legal Information Services
Uncontested Divorce Assistance
Paralegal Counseling
Contested Divorce Assistance
Paternity Suits
Grandparent Rights
Child Custody/Visitation Assistance
Family Law Courts

Provides legal counseling and representation for the disabled and offers help with Social Security Disability/SSI claims and appeals.

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Legal Counseling
Welfare Rights Assistance
Legal Representation

Offers legal advice clinics to latinx immigrants. Individuals needing assistance with a legal issue can submit a request for help online with a few details on what the issue is. Once an appointment has been scheduled, individuals will have the opportunity to get free legal advice from a lawyer.

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Legal Counseling
Immigration/Naturalization Legal Services
Provides, at no cost, legal advice and information regarding issues affecting youth rights and responsibilities. Topics include: Emancipation, Custody/Guardianship, Abuse and Neglect, Pregnancy/Reproductive Rights, Runaway/Homeless, School, Delinquency, Substance Abuse, and any Family Problems.

Provides a 24-hour crisis line for victims in the Latin community. Services include individual counseling, support groups, court advocacy, safety planning, community groups, referrals and domestic violence and sexual assault advocacy training.

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Domestic Violence Support Groups
Parent Support Groups
Abuse Counseling
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Domestic Violence Intervention Programs
Legal Counseling
The County Attorney is responsible for the enforcement of laws and providing legal advice and defense to the county officials. Some of the duties of the County Attorney include prosecution of all crimes committed in the county; defense of the county in all action brought against it; collection of money due on forfeited bonds; and victim witness services.

Categories

Legal Counseling
General Crime Victim Assistance
District Attorney
Criminal History Records
Crime Witness Support

The Allamakee County Bar Association offers consultation service that provides information to the general public to determine whether an attorney is needed for their particular problem. Attorneys meet with individuals free of charge and provide referrals to legal services, a private attorney, or law enforcement. Attorneys offer advice on family law (i.e. divorce), landlord-tenant issues, lawsuits and small claims, financial problems, consumer law, traffic and criminal violations, employment, public benefits, guardianships of children, restraining orders between adults and adults and children and other areas.

NOTE: Senior Citizen Legal Services is provided through Northland Area Agency on Aging.

The Allamakee County Bar Association offers consultation service that provides information to the general public to determine whether an attorney is needed for their particular problem. Attorneys meet with individuals free of charge and provide referrals to legal services, a private attorney, or law enforcement. Attorneys offer advice on family law (i.e. divorce), landlord-tenant issues, lawsuits and small claims, financial problems, consumer law, traffic and criminal violations, employment, public benefits, guardianships of children, restraining orders between adults and adults and children and other areas. The Legal Clinic is open on an as needed basis and is typically open every other Mondays; interested parties must first contact the Clerk of Courts office to sign up for clinic. NOTE: Senior Citizen Legal Services is provided through Northland Area Agency on Aging.

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Legal Counseling
General Legal Aid
Tenant Rights Information/Counseling
Landlord Rights Information/Counseling

Offers to match the caller's legal problem with available resources, such as advice, extended representation, or referral. For most low-income applicants. Callers are screened for eligibility, and a determination is made whether eligible callers have a legal problem that falls within the priorities. If the caller's legal problem is eligible for review for extended services, the caller is referred to one of our five regional offices. If the callers are not eligible for referral to a regional office, attorneys provide the caller with immediate advice or quick access to other information and resources.

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Legal Counseling
Legal Representation
General Legal Aid
Housing Counseling
Legal Information Services
The County Clerk of Court provides a resource for county residents who choose to represent themselves in court or have questions on divorce, child custody, paternity, and grandparent rights. This office also provides information on legal fees and costs for hiring attorneys. This office does not give legal advice.

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Child Support Assistance/Enforcement
Child Custody/Visitation Assistance
Self Representation Assistance
Grandparent Rights
Paternity Suits
Family Law Courts
Legal Counseling
Legal Information Services
Contested Divorce Assistance
Uncontested Divorce Assistance
Paralegal Counseling
The Clerk of Court does not give legal advice but provides a resource for County residents who choose to represent themselves in court or have questions on divorce, child custody, paternity, grandparent rights. Information on legal fees and costs for hiring attorneys is also available.

Categories

Legal Counseling
Contested Divorce Assistance
Legal Information Services
Self Representation Assistance
Uncontested Divorce Assistance
Grandparent Rights
Paralegal Counseling
Child Custody/Visitation Assistance
Family Law Courts

Provides a 24-hour crisis line for victims in the Latin community. Services include individual counseling, support groups, court advocacy, safety planning, community groups, referrals and domestic violence and sexual assault advocacy training.

Categories

Domestic Violence Support Groups
Parent Support Groups
Abuse Counseling
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Domestic Violence Intervention Programs
Legal Counseling