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If you have a legal problem but can't afford a lawyer, the Legal Services Society (LSS) has a range of free services that may help you. LSS is the non-profit organization that provides legal aid to British Columbians. Legal aid services include:
- Legal information through publications in many languages, the Family Law in BC website, Aboriginal community legal workers, and legal information outreach workers.
- Legal advice from duty counsel lawyers at most courthouses. You can also get help from family advice lawyers at several family justice centres.
- Legal representation from a lawyer for those who qualify and have serious family, child protection, or criminal law issues. It is also available for some immigration, mental health, and prison law matters.
You can apply in person at a legal aid office, or over the phone by calling the Call Centre.