How to find an attorney

If you are in need of an attorney in King County and seek assistance, contact the following agencies or organizations:

• The Office of Public Defense provides legal help to people who are accused of a crime and cannot afford an attorney. In addition, they also provide legal help to people who cannot afford an attorney and are facing certain other matters such as juvenile dependency, civil commitment, or civil contempt.
  • Phone: 206-296-7662
• The King County Bar Association provides the following services to individuals who live in King County:
• Lawyer Referral Services are available to individuals who are able to afford hiring an attorney and need assistance with finding one.
  • Phone: 206-267-7010
• Northwest Justice Project provides toll-free telephone service for eligible low-income people to obtain free legal assistance with civil legal problems through their Coordinated Legal Education, Advice and Referral System (CLEAR).
  • Phone: Dial 211 (for matters within King County)
  • Phone: 1-888-201-1014 (for matters outside of King County)