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Welcome to the Free Legal Aid page of The Shah Law Firm. Here you will find valuable information that can help you better understand your legal situation and the services available. We are committed to empowering our clients with knowledge and making legal processes transparent and accessible. We believe access to trustworthy legal information is vital for our community and nation.

Below are valuable free and low-cost resources available to Texas residents to help you navigate legal challenges.

Legal Assistance and Pro Bono Services

Lone Star Legal Aid
A nonprofit providing free legal help to low-income Texans in civil matters such as family law, housing, employment, and consumer issues.
Call (713) 652-0077 or visit www.lonestarlegal.org.
Houston Volunteer Lawyers
The Houston Bar Association's pro bono legal arm offers free legal advice and representation in civil cases for eligible low-income residents.
Call (713) 228-0735 or visit www.makejusticehappen.org.
Texas Advocacy Project
Offers free legal services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
Call (800) 374-4673 or visit texasadvocacyproject.org
RAICES (Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services)
Offers free and low-cost legal services to immigrants and refugees.
Call (713) 495-9092 or visit www.raicestexas.org.

Legal Clinics and Law School Programs

University of Houston Law Center Clinics
Provides a variety of legal services through clinics run by law students under supervision.
Call (713) 743-2094.
South Texas College of Law Houston Clinics
Offers legal help in uncontested divorces, probate, and estate planning.
Call (713) 646-2990.
Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law Clinics
Provides services in family law, criminal defense, wills, probate, and immigration.
Call (713) 313-7275.

Free Legal Information and Self-Help

TexasLawHelp.org
A comprehensive platform for free legal information and court forms for self-represented litigants in Texas.
Visit https://texaslawhelp.org
Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library
Located downtown Houston, offers legal research materials, forms, and self-help guides.
Visit. https://www.harriscountylawlibrary.org

Pro Se and Online Filing Tools

Resources for individuals representing themselves, including free e-filing tools for certain courts in Texas, can be found at TexasLawHelp.org and Harris County court websites.
Visit https://texaslawhelp.org

Crisis and Specialized Support

Houston Bar Association LegalLine: Offers free brief advice over the phone on specific days. Call (713) 759-1133.
Domestic Violence and Family Law Support: Including organizations like Bay Area Turning Point and Texas Advocacy Project providing legal help and protective services.
Houston Area Women’s Center: Offers shelter, counseling, and advocacy for victims of domestic violence.
Call (713) 528-2121. Or visit www.hawc.org
National Domestic Violence Hotline: Provides 24/7 support and resources. Call 1-800-799-7233 or visit Website: thehotline.org
Mental Health America of Greater Houston: Provides resources and support for mental health issues.
Call (713) 523-8963 or visit www.mhahouston.org
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD: Offers mental health services and support.
Call (713) 970-7000or visit www.theharriscenter.org

For more assistance or personalized legal advice, contact The Shah Law Firm, PLLC. We are here to guide you through complex legal matters with care and expertise.

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