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Volunteer Legal Services Hawaii matches qualifying low-income women with volunteer attorneys for free civil legal help in family law, housing, consumer debt, and other matters. Located at 545 Queen St Suite 100 in Honolulu, call 808-528-7046 Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm to apply. Income guidelines apply — bring proof of income and a summary of your legal issue. VLSH coordinates with bar association volunteers across Oahu and neighbor islands.
808-528-7046 · 545 Queen St Suite 100, Honolulu, HI 96813
The University of Hawaii's William S. Richardson School of Law operates free legal clinics where law students provide direct legal services under close faculty supervision. Located at 2515 Dole St in Honolulu, call 808-956-6545 for current clinic availability. Clinics operate during the academic semester and handle civil cases including family law, immigration, housing, and business matters. Services are free for qualifying clients.
808-956-6545 · 2515 Dole St, Honolulu, HI 96822
Disability Rights Hawaii provides free legal advocacy and representation for women and individuals with disabilities facing discrimination, denial of services, or civil rights violations. Located at 1132 Bishop St Suite 2102 in Honolulu, call 808-949-2922 Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. DRH handles cases involving housing, employment, education, healthcare access, and government benefits. No cost for eligible clients with qualifying disabilities.
808-949-2922 · 1132 Bishop St Suite 2102, Honolulu, HI 96813
The Native Hawaiian Legal Corporation provides free legal services to Native Hawaiian women and families in matters involving land rights, Hawaiian homelands, cultural access, water rights, and civil cases. Located at 1164 Bishop St Suite 1205 in Honolulu, call 808-521-2302 to inquire about eligibility. NHLC focuses on issues affecting Native Hawaiian communities and the preservation of Hawaiian cultural and legal rights. Open Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
808-521-2302 · 1164 Bishop St Suite 1205, Honolulu, HI 96813
The Hawaii Access to Justice Commission coordinates statewide initiatives to expand legal services for low-income and underserved women and families. Based at the Hawaii State Judiciary in Honolulu, call 808-539-4860 for information. The commission supports self-help centers, pro bono programs, and legal aid funding across all islands. While not a direct service provider, they can direct women to the appropriate legal aid resource for their situation.
808-539-4860 · Honolulu, HI