Legal Aid · Arkansas

Center for Arkansas Legal Services (CALS)

Free (saves ~$200-$500/hour in legal fees)

Worth up to ~$300/month

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About Center for Arkansas Legal Services (CALS)

Free civil legal help for low-income Arkansans covering housing, debt/bankruptcy, family law, public benefits, veteran issues, end-of-life planning, and disaster assistance.

How to Apply in Arkansas

  1. Call the CALS intake line for central/southern Arkansas
  2. For northern/eastern Arkansas, call Legal Aid of Arkansas at 1-800-952-9243
  3. Describe your legal issue — staff will assess and assign an attorney if eligible
  4. Services are free for qualifying low-income residents

Contact & Official Links

Phone: 1-800-950-5817
Official website: arkansaslegal.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Center for Arkansas Legal Services (CALS) worth?
Center for Arkansas Legal Services (CALS): Free (saves ~$200-$500/hour in legal fees). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$300 per month.
How do I apply for Center for Arkansas Legal Services (CALS) in Arkansas?
To apply: Call the CALS intake line for central/southern Arkansas. For northern/eastern Arkansas, call Legal Aid of Arkansas at 1-800-952-9243. Describe your legal issue — staff will assess and assign an attorney if eligible. You can also call 1-800-950-5817. Official website: https://www.arkansaslegal.org
Who qualifies for Center for Arkansas Legal Services (CALS)?
Free civil legal help for low-income Arkansans covering housing, debt/bankruptcy, family law, public benefits, veteran issues, end-of-life planning, and disaster assistance. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.