Legal Services

General Legal and Referral Services

LEGAL SERVICES OF EASTERN MISSOURI
4232 Forest Park Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63108
314/534-4200

Offers free legal assistance (civil cases only) for low income individuals and for the elderly. Each individual's own financial situation is taken into account to determine eligibility.

Areas of specialization:
Housing
-Landlord/Tenant disputes
Employment
Disability
-Worker/Management disputes
Consumer Problems
Welfare Concerns
Elderly Law

LAWYER REFERRAL AND INFORMATION SERVICE 621-6681
A telephone service which provides referrals to private attorneys who specialize in your concern and will guarantee an initial 30 minute consultation for $20.00.

Immigration Matters

INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
Stix House
Washington University
St. Louis, MO 63130
935-5910
Offers advice on immigration matters and can refer you to immigration specialists.

Constitutional Issues

AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION
4557 Laclede
St. Louis, MO 63108
361-2111
Deals with violations of constitutional rights. It's a free legal service which will push for a resolution in constitutional issue cases.

Consumer Rights

Manufacturers and service providers are required by law to give accurate, understandable information about their products/services. If you are concerned with the safety of a product or a service or have any other consumer concern contact:

BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU
12 Sunnen Drive
St. Louis, MO 63143
645-3300
 

CONSUMER FRAUD HOTLINE
P.O. Box 899
Jefferson City, MO 63102
1-800-392-8222