Office Information
| Name: | Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation, Inc. - East St. Louis Office |
| Address: | 8787 State Street, East St. Louis, IL - 62203 |
| Phone: | (618) 398-0958 |
| Fax: | (618) 398-4813 |
Service Information
Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation, Inc. is an Illinois not-for-profit corporation. We provide free civil legal services to low-income persons and senior citizens in 65 counties in central and southern Illinois. We believe all people of central and southern Illinois should have access to justice, income security, adequate housing, quality education, healthcare, safety from violence and exploitation, and the opportunity to improve their own lives.
Our mission is to provide low income and senior residents of central and southern Illinois with high quality civil legal services in order to obtain and maintain their basic human needs.
We handle only certain kinds of civil cases. We do not handle any criminal cases, including traffic cases. We also do not handle any personal injury, malpractice or workers' compensation cases. Financial eligibility is based on gross (before deductions) income from all sources and from all persons residing in the household. Household income generally may not exceed 125% of the federal poverty level. But, if an applicant's income is less than 200% of poverty and other factors or expenses (such as taxes, child care costs, work-related transportation, or certain medical expenses) are present, then the applicant may also be eligible. Persons age 60 and over are eligible for Land of Lincoln's services regardless of income or assets in certain counties through their Area Agency on Aging project. Restrictions on the types of cases handled may apply.
East St. Louis Office servicesClinton, Fayette, Monroe, Randolph, St. Clair & Washington Counties.
Mission Statement: Our mission is to provide eligible low-income and senior residents of central and southern Illinois with high quality civil legal services in order to obtain and maintain their basic needs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Legal Aid
- What is legal aid?
Legal aid is free or low-cost legal assistance for people who cannot afford to hire a lawyer. Legal aid organizations provide a variety of legal services, including advice, representation, and advocacy, to help low-income people resolve their civil legal problems.
- Who is eligible for legal aid?
Eligibility for legal aid varies depending on the organization. Generally, legal aid organizations serve people with incomes below a certain level, as determined by the federal poverty guidelines. Some legal aid organizations also have additional eligibility criteria, such as citizenship status or immigration status.
- What kind of cases does legal aid handle?
Legal aid organizations handle a wide range of civil legal problems, including:
* Housing* Education* Employment* Family law* Immigration* Public benefits* Consumer law* Health care* Disability rights
- How do I get legal aid?
To get legal aid, you can contact your local legal aid organization or a state or national legal aid hotline. Legal aid organizations typically have intake interviews to determine eligibility and assess the need for legal assistance.
- Is legal aid free?
Legal aid is generally free for eligible clients. However, some legal aid organizations may charge for certain services, such as filing fees or expert witness fees.
- What if I don’t qualify for legal aid?
If you do not qualify for legal aid, there are other options available to you, such as pro bono lawyers or legal self-help resources. Pro bono lawyers are lawyers who volunteer their time to provide free legal services to low-income people. Legal self-help resources can provide you with information and tools to help you represent yourself in court.
Here are some additional frequently asked questions about legal aid:
- What is the difference between legal aid and a public defender?
Legal aid organizations provide free or low-cost legal assistance to people with civil legal problems. Public defenders provide free legal assistance to people who are accused of crimes.
- Can I get legal aid for a criminal case?
No, legal aid organizations do not provide legal assistance for criminal cases. Criminal cases are handled by public defenders.
- How can I find a legal aid organization near me?
You can find a legal aid organization near you by visiting the website of the Legal Services Corporation (LSC), the national organization that funds legal aid programs. The LSC website has a directory of legal aid organizations by state and county.
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