Program/Service Definitions
Legal Assistance Provision of legal advice and representation by an attorney (including counseling and other appropriate assistance by a paralegal or law student under the provision of an attorney), and counseling or representation by a non-lawyer where permitted by law. Legal assistance services include intake, advice and counsel, referral, representation, legal research, preparation of legal documents, negotiation and legal education. Typical areas covered include landlord/tenant relations, consumer problems, public benefit programs (Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Medicare/Medicaid), age discrimination, guardianship, and financial concerns. Home visits can be arranged in some areas when needed. Staff may be available for public presentations to senior groups and organizations on substantive legal topics and issues. Statewide toll free telephone access to legal advice is also included under this service category
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