7 Resources
Washington's largest publicly funded legal aid program providing free civil legal assistance to low-income residents statewide including family law, custody, housing, public benefits, and consumer issues. Dads facing eviction, custody disputes, or benefits denial can apply online or through the CLEAR hotline. Intake requires photo ID, proof of income (pay stubs or benefits letter), household size, and documents related to the legal issue such as court papers or landlord notices.
206-464-1519 · 401 2nd Ave S, Suite 407, Seattle, WA 98104
Statewide nonprofit using litigation, policy advocacy, and community partnerships to fight poverty and advance racial equity across Washington. Serves low-income clients on issues including housing, farmworker rights, incarceration, and institutional reform. Cases are typically accepted through partner referrals and impact-litigation intake rather than walk-in. Fathers with systemic legal problems can call or submit an intake form online with income and case details.
206-464-5911 · 101 Yesler Way, Suite 300, Seattle, WA 98101
Works with 1,400+ volunteer attorneys to provide free legal assistance to low-income King County residents through clinics, hotlines, and Neighborhood Legal Clinics covering family law, housing, consumer, and immigration. Dads can sign up for a 30-minute clinic appointment or self-help workshop. Intake requires photo ID, proof of income (pay stubs or benefits letter), and documents specific to the legal issue such as court papers.
206-267-7010 · 1200 5th Ave, Suite 700, Seattle, WA 98101
Official bar association service connecting the public with licensed Washington attorneys. Offers moderate-means and reduced-fee referrals statewide for dads who don't qualify for free legal aid but still need affordable counsel. Callers describe their legal issue and get matched with a lawyer offering an initial consultation at a reduced rate. No income documents required; have ready details about the legal matter and any court documents.
206-443-9722 · 1325 4th Ave, Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98101
Statewide legal aid organization representing youth in Washington on education, housing, health care, mental health, and juvenile justice civil legal matters. Fathers seeking legal advocacy for their minor child can request intake; attorneys represent the young person directly. Offices in Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, and Yakima. Intake requires the child's information, photo ID for the parent, and documents related to the legal issue such as school or court records.
206-322-2444 · 1225 S Weller St, Suite 420, Seattle, WA 98144
Statewide organization providing grants to legal aid providers and coordinating pro bono resources for low-income Washington residents. While LAWFUND itself does not take direct client intake, it helps fund the network of programs dads use for custody, housing, and benefits cases. Visit the website to find the nearest funded provider and learn how to apply for direct legal help through Northwest Justice Project or local volunteer lawyer programs.
206-957-6283 · 1325 4th Ave, Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98101
Free immigration legal services for low-income immigrants and refugees across Washington State including family-based petitions, citizenship, asylum, DACA, and removal defense. Fathers working to secure status, reunite with children, or fight deportation can apply by phone or online. Offices in Seattle, Tacoma, Granger, and Wenatchee. Intake requires photo ID or passport, proof of income, household size, and all immigration documents or court notices.
206-587-4009 · 615 2nd Ave, Suite 400, Seattle, WA 98104