Family Law Clinics
Notice: Because of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, some clinic host locations are temporarily closed. However, our Family Law Clinics are still open. Register for your nearest clinic, and we will send you details on how to meet with one of our attorneys.
We're hosting monthly family law clinics in libraries, neighborhood centers, and other local centers in rural Texas communities. We can answer your questions about family law topics like divorce, child custody, visitation rights, paternity, and name changes.
Our attorneys are able to meet with clients living deep in the heart of Texas through private video chat. During the thirty-minute appointments, clients and their attorneys can together create a plan for getting the best outcome for their case. We offer what is called, "limited-scope representation." That means we're able to give advice, review legal paperwork, and help you navigate the justice system -- but we're unable to represent you in court.
Special Veterans Clinics
In honor of Veterans Day and Texas Veterans Legal Aid Week, we invite veterans to participate in our November Family Law Clinics.
Low-income veterans and their families needing help with financial relief, securing benefits, challenging discrimination, creating estate plans, and making family arrangements—like divorce and custody—are encouraged to register. Legal issues we can help with:
Veterans Benefits
Sealing Criminal Records
Consumer Protections
Divorce, Custody, and Child Support
Education (Ex. GI Bill, Hazelwood, Student Loans)
Employment Discrimination
Housing, Bankruptcy, and Foreclosure
Medicare and Medicaid
Estate Planning
Register for your nearest clinic below. Select 'Veteran' in the application.
Eligibility
We're funded by a grant that requires us to serve those living at or below 125% of the federal poverty guidelines.
We understand that can be confusing. We recommend submitting an online registration form, that way we have all the information to determine if you qualify.
How It Works
Select the clinic location you would like to attend below. Our registration form will ask you for information we need to determine if you qualify for our free services. If we review your information and you do not qualify, we will call you at the number you provided to let you know.
During registration, you can select an appointment time. That way you can get in, get out, and get on with your busy day. Bring any legal documents related to your case, do your best to arrive on time, and we'll see you there!
If you have any questions about your appointment time, registration, or the clinics—email familyclinics@tlsc.org
Our Clinic Locations
Below are the cities we have monthly clinics in (so far).
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it cost anything?
No, our services are free to those that qualify.
How do I know if I qualify?
We're funded by a grant that requires us to serve those living at or below 125% of the federal poverty guidelines.
We understand that's confusing -- we recommend registering for the clinic you want to attend. Once we receive your registration form, we'll look through the information to determine if you qualify for our services. If you do not qualify, we will contact you to let you know.
Do I need to register?
No. We accept walk-ins, but we do give priority to those who've made appointments or are on the waitlist.
How long will it take?
Each meeting with our attorneys is 20 minutes. However, if you were not able to select an appointment time, you may have a wait while we work to squeeze you in.
Do I need to bring anything to the clinic?
No, you don't need to bring anything but yourself. But if you have any court documents related to your case, it would help us if you brought them.
What legal issues can you help with?
Our attorneys and paralegals specialize in family law. Family law includes divorce, custody, visitation, child support, paternity, and name changes.
What kinds of services do you offer?
We're able to offer what is called, "limited-scope representation." That means we can offer advice, review legal paperwork, and -- in some cases -- draft legal documents. We cannot represent you in court.