Many attorneys will speak with individuals and interview them briefly without charge. For persons otherwise unable to afford legal representation some level of legal aid may be available. Legal Aid offices are located at: COLUMBIA:
Mid-Missouri Legal Services Corporation
205 E Forest Ave
Columbia, MO 65203-4302
Phone: (573) 442-0116
(800) 568-4931
Fax: (573) 875-0173
SPRINGFIELD
Legal Services of Southern Missouri
2872 S Meadowbrook Ave
Springfield, MO 65807
Phone: (417) 881-1397
(417) 881-0533
Fax: (417) 881-2159
The Missouri Bar Lawyer Referral Service, located in Jefferson City, MO, provides referrals to attorneys on a statewide basis, excluding St. Louis and Springfield. Contact: (573) 636-3635