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Our Services

Our legal services are free for qualifying low-income individuals living in Western New York.

Legal Support

Our legal services help qualifying Western New Yorkers manage an array of challenges.

  • People Living with Disabilities

    We assist with healthcare, Social Security and SSI denials, work and benefits counseling.
  • Health Insurance

    Looking for health insurance? Our Navigators will help you register and pick the best plans, regardless of your income.
  • Public Benefits

    We assist with food stamps, utility shut-offs, problems with the Department of Social Services, Medicare, or Medicaid.
  • Housing

    Find eviction defense and assistance with poor housing conditions and housing discrimination.
  • Family and Divorce

    We assist in divorce and family court proceedings with priority given to victims of domestic violence.
  • Other Programs

    Discover our community engagements with Justice Bus and how we're helping patients through medical-legal partnerships.
  • Resources

    Visit our searchable library of helpful materials related to all of the important topics outlined above and more. Looking for additional resources? Access Law Help NY.

Request Support

We are a not-for-profit public interest law firm providing free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals. Reach out if you or someone you care about are in need of support.

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For Erie County - 716.847.0650
For Niagara County - 716.201.0046
For Wyoming, Genesee, and Orleans Counties - 585.343.5450

How NLS Works

We provide free legal services to individuals who qualify based on our funders’ eligibility criteria. Some of our services are free for everyone.

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