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Essex-Newark Legal Services | Essex-Newark Legal Services

5 Commerce St, 2nd Fl, Newark, NJ 07102

Eligibility

Open to low income residents within the service area

Required documents

ID, Proof income, Proof citizenship or lawful immigration status, and Relevant documents pertaining to your legal issue

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm
973-624-8745
Fax·

Fax

973-624-4500, Ext. 0
Voice·

Main Phone

973-824-3000
Voice·

Alternate Phone

Application process

Call to schedule an intake appointment and complete the online application

Fees

None

Service area

Essex County, NJ

Offer free legal services to low-income Essex County residents, including representation, advocacy, education, and referrals in areas like housing, family law, public benefits, health, and expungements, with specialized programs for seniors, the disabled, tenants, and domestic violence survivors.

Providing organization

Essex-Newark Legal Services
Provides free legal assistance to low income residents of the coverage area in civil cases.