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HOW TO FIND AN ATTORNEY
Overview
The guide is meant to help someone who is not represented by a lawyer find the resources needed to hire an attorney.
This information is not meant to replace State laws or Court Rules. The purpose of this guide is to give general information. You have a right to represent yourself in court, but it comes with the responsibility to follow certain court rules and procedures. If you have any questions, please speak with an attorney about your case.
Related Files (click to open):
The Judicial System: How it Works Brochure
Representing Yourself in Court Brochure
Virtual Court Hearings - Best Practices Guide
FIND AN ATTORNEY
It is always in your best interest to speak with an attorney about your case.
For assistance locating an attorney in your area, please visit the Louisiana State Bar Association's Find Legal Help page or call 1-800-421-LSBA (5722).
If you are unable to afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free representation depending on your income and other factors. The following is a list of free or reduced fee legal service providers. Please note that the demand for legal services is extremely high and these organizations may not be able to represent you.
CENTRAL LOUISIANA
Legal Services of Central Louisiana
NORTH LOUISIANA
SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA
SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA
Legal Aid of North Louisiana
Acadiana Legal Service Corp
Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
(866) 275-2572
(866) 275-2572
Southwest Law Center
Lake Charles (337) 436-3308
Baton Rouge (855) 512-3980
Covington (800) 891-0076
Hammond (800) 349-0886
Harvey (800) 624-4771
Houma (800) 256-1660
New Orleans (877) 521-6242
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
LOCAL AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Allen Parish District Attorney's Office
(337) 639-2641
(337) 639-2641 (Child Support Division)
Allen Parish Substance Abuse Clinic
(318) 335-3578
Calcasieu Women's Shelter
(serves Allen Parish)
1-800-223-8066
Allen Parish Public Libraries
Kinder Branch
(318) 491-4545
Oakdale Branch
(318) 335-2690
Oberlin Branch
(318) 491-4543
STATE AND GENERAL RESOURCES
An online pro bono program for those who meet financial eligibility requirements.
Louisiana LawHelp
(online legal information)
Louisiana Child Abuse Hotline
1-855-4LA-KIDS (855-452-5437)
Louisiana Domestic Violence Hotline
1-888-411-1333 (24 Hour Assistance)
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
1-800-787-3224
Office of Behavioral Health Resources
LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
Allen Parish Sheriff's Office
Oakdale
(318) 335 - 0379
Oberlin
(337) 639 - 4353
Elizabeth Police Department
(318) 634 - 5100
Kinder Police Department
(337) 738 - 2600
Oakdale Police Department
(318) 335 - 0290
Oberlin Police Department
(337) 639 - 4922
Reeves Police Department
(337) 666 - 2716
Louisiana State Police Troop "D"
(337) 639 - 4353