Best Legal Aid in New Hampshire — 13 resources

About Legal Aid for Women

Legal aid in the United States is delivered through Legal Services Corporation (LSC)-funded nonprofits, law school clinics, pro bono panels, and court self-help centers. Most programs serve women at or below 125–200% of the Federal Poverty Level and handle family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and protective orders. The American Bar Association's Commission on Women in the Profession and the National Women's Law Center supplement local services. For women, the most common legal aid needs are custody, divorce, child support, VAWA-based immigration relief, and DV protective orders — all areas LSC grantees regularly handle. This directory aggregates state legal aid offices, women's legal clinics, and bar referral panels.

Legal Aid in New Hampshire

New Hampshire's Circuit Court Family Division handles all family matters statewide. The Division of Child Support Services operates under DHHS. Manchester, Nashua, Concord, and Dover are the largest cities. 603 Legal Aid and the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence support women, with a strong self-help website for pro se litigants.

13 Resources

1. 603 Legal Aid — Free

603 Legal Aid serves women in Concord and surrounding New Hampshire communities with civil legal issues including family law, housing, and benefits appeals. Reach the team at 800-639-5290 to schedule a screening. Available Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Free for qualifying New Hampshire mothers and their children.

800-639-5290 · Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

2. UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law — Legal Clinics — Free

UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law — Legal Clinics is the go-to free legal help in the Concord area for civil legal issues including family law, housing, and benefits appeals. Reach the team at 603-228-1541 to schedule a screening. Service hours run Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (semester); ask about after-hours options if needed. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.

603-228-1541 · 2 White St, Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (semester) · Visit Website

3. New Hampshire Free Legal Answers — Free

Online platform where volunteer attorneys answer civil legal questions for qualifying low-income women. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Online Service · Online 24/7 · Visit Website

4. Disability Rights Center of NH — Free

Disability Rights Center of NH serves women in Concord and surrounding New Hampshire communities with civil legal issues including family law, housing, and benefits appeals. Call 603-228-0432 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Available Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.

603-228-0432 · 64 N Main St Suite 2, Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

5. Legal Services Corporation — Free

LSC funds civil legal aid programs nationwide. Find local LSC-funded legal aid in your state for qualifying low-income women. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

6. LawHelp.org — Free

Free legal help directory connecting low-income people to local legal aid programs in every state for qualifying low-income women. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online

7. ABA Free Legal Help — Free

American Bar Association directory of free and reduced-fee legal help, pro bono programs, and court self-help centers for qualifying low-income women. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

8. Pro Bono Net — Free

Network connecting low-income people with pro bono attorneys. Online tools and clinic directory for qualifying low-income women. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

9. Justia Legal Aid Directory — Free

Free directory of legal aid offices, pro bono programs, and self-help resources organized by state for qualifying low-income women. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

10. WomensLaw.org — Find a Lawyer — Free

Legal information and lawyer search specifically for women navigating abuse, custody, and family court. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. National Coalition Against Domestic Violence — Legal — Free

Legal advocacy resources for survivors including state-specific protective order information. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Stateside Legal — Veterans & Military — Free

Legal aid for veterans and military families. Federal benefits, family law, and consumer protection. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. Immigration Legal Services Directory — Free

DOJ-recognized immigration legal aid organizations searchable by state for qualifying low-income women. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for qualifying low-income women who need vetted, plain-language information on family law, housing, public benefits, immigration, and consumer protection. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many legal aid resources are in New Hampshire?
Women's Corner tracks 13 legal aid resources for women in New Hampshire.
Are legal aid resources in New Hampshire free?
13 of the 13 listed legal aid resources in New Hampshire are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in New Hampshire have legal aid resources?
Listings span cities including Concord.
What are some examples of legal aid resources in New Hampshire?
Featured entries include 603 Legal Aid, UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law — Legal Clinics, New Hampshire Free Legal Answers, Disability Rights Center of NH, Legal Services Corporation.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
3 of 13 New Hampshire legal aid listings include phone numbers.
How do I qualify for free legal aid?
Most Legal Services Corporation (LSC)-funded programs serve households at or below 125–200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Family law, domestic violence, housing, and public benefits cases are universally covered. Call your state's legal aid intake line or visit LawHelp.org to find your local provider and required documents.
Is there legal aid specifically for women?
Yes. Women's Law Project, Legal Momentum, and state-based Women's Justice Centers focus on family law, DV, workplace discrimination, and reproductive rights. Most domestic violence shelters have staff attorneys or partner with legal aid for protective orders, custody, and immigration relief (VAWA, U-visa).
What if I don't qualify for free legal aid?
Ask your state bar association for a 'Modest Means' lawyer referral panel — reduced rates for moderate-income clients. Law school family law clinics handle cases for free. Many attorneys offer limited-scope representation (one motion or one hearing) for a flat fee under
,000.
How fast can legal aid help in an emergency?
For protective orders, evictions, or imminent custody hearings, most legal aid offices have same-day or next-day intake. Walk into the courthouse Self-Help Center or call the legal aid hotline and say 'emergency' — explain the deadline. Bring ID, any court papers, and proof of income.