how to find an attorney in ma

How do I find a good local lawyer?

How do you find a lawyer?

How can I get free legal advice in Massachusetts?

What is the best website to find a lawyer?

What's the difference between attorney and lawyer?

How do I check a lawyer's reputation?

Does Massachusetts have legal aid?

Is there a rating system for lawyers?

How do you know if your lawyer is selling you out?

How long does it take to be a lawyer?

What is the Massachusetts Bar Association?

The Massachusetts Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service will assist you in finding an attorney in your area to answer questions and help resolve legal problems. Their website also has information about legal issues and how to choose a lawyer for your case.

What is mass legal help?

Mass Legal Help has a lot of information on different legal issues such as child welfare, mental health, housing, and domestic violence, among others. Use the website to search for information on your legal issue, or use their "Find Legal Aid" tool to search for an attorney.

What is CPCS in Massachusetts?

CPCS, the Public Defender Agency of Massachusetts, provides legal representation in Massachusetts for those who cannot afford an attorney in all matters in which the law requires the appointment of counsel.

What is GBLS in Boston?

GBLS provides free legal advice and representation to low-income individuals in Boston and 31 additional cities and towns in the Greater Boston area. GBLS attorneys can help with issues such as child support, custody cases, restraining order, and accessing public benefits, among others. Call or go to their website to find legal help.

What is the Children's Law Center?

The Children's Law Center has a statewide helpline to help parents, youth, and other professionals with their legal issues, including help finding an attorney. CLCM commonly takes calls regarding educational issues, juvenile justice issues, and the rights of children who have aged out of foster care or other state services.

What is the disability law center?

The Disability Law Center provides legal representation for Massachusetts residents with disabilities, including physical, psychiatric, sensory, and cognitive disabilities. Disability Law Center works on issues such as special education rights, access to healthcare, and access to state services, among others.

What is MHLAC in mental health?

MHLAC provides information and referrals to those facing a legal problem related to a mental health issue. MHLAC can also provide legal representation in certain cases related to mental health, such as school suspensions/expulsion and custody/visitation issues.

What does legal insurance cover?

These plans vary. Many cover most, if not all, of the cost of legal consultations, document preparation, and court representation in routine legal matters. Other programs cover only advice and consultation with a lawyer.

How long can you be in jail for a crime?

Constitution guarantees you the right to be represented by a lawyer in any case in which you could be incarcerated for six months or more. State constitutions may guarantee your right to a lawyer for lesser crimes.

Can you be incarcerated for six months?

If you are accused of a crime, the U.S. Constitution guarantees you the right to be represented by a lawyer in any case in which you could be incarcerated for six months or more. State constitutions may guarantee your right to a lawyer for lesser crimes. If you cannot afford a lawyer, either the judge hearing the case will appoint a private lawyer to represent you free of charge or the government’s public defender will handle your case, also at no charge.