Criminal legal help for veterans

  • How do I apply for legal aid in VA?

    By email: help@veteranslegallink.org.
    By phone: 0333 090 5387 (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am to 6:00pm) By text: 07868 775786 (24hr).

  • What is the veterans legal services in the UK?

    By email: help@veteranslegallink.org.
    By phone: 0333 090 5387 (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am to 6:00pm) By text: 07868 775786 (24hr).

  • These include:

    1. You must live in our service area or have a case in our service area
    2. You must be a U
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      Citizen or meet one of our non-citizen exceptions.
    3. Your household income must be below the federal poverty guidelines
    4. Your household assets must be below the guidelines
If you are a service member or Veteran in need of legal assistance now, there are several resources available to assist you. Many legal service providers offer 

Can military legal assistance represent me in a criminal case?

Military legal assistance cannot represent you in criminal proceedings.
If you have a non-military criminal case (for example, a DUI or a domestic violence charge), you should seek help from the local public defender or the local bar.
You can find such contact information on our Directory of Programs.

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What free legal services does a service member get?

As a service member or eligible family member, you have access to certain free legal benefits.
Through your legal assistance office, you can receive free services such as:

  • a lease agreement review
  • estate planning or advice if you get sued.
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    Where can I find information about VA legal services?

    The VA Veterans Justice Outreach Specialist at the closest VA Medical Center may be another source of information about available legal clinics and other community legal assistance resources.
    Please note:

  • VA assumes no responsibility for the professional ability or integrity of the legal service providers which appear on this list.
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    Where can I get legal assistance if I'm a veteran?

    If you are a service member or Veteran in need of legal assistance now, there are several resources available to assist you.
    Many legal service providers offer free legal clinics in VA facilities.
    Specific information on these free legal clinics can be found here:

  • Listing of pro-bono legal clinics.

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