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CLEAR, Coordinated Legal Education, Advice and Referral

Northwest Justice Project

CLEAR is the statewide intake and referral system for low-income people in Washington with civil legal problems. Callers receive legal advice, brief services, or a referral to a volunteer or staff attorney for ongoing representation. Inside King County, callers are routed to the 211 Legal Referral and Information Hotline; outside King County, callers reach CLEAR directly. Specialized lines exist for eviction (1-855-657-8387) and foreclosure (1-800-606-4819).

Who qualifies

Low-income Washington residents (generally at or below 200% Federal Poverty Level) with a civil legal problem.

How to apply

Call CLEAR or apply online via NJP/CLEAR Online Intake.

Where to get this in Washington

One organization delivers this program.

  • Statewide nonprofit civil legal aid organization providing free legal help to low-income Washingtonians, including older adults via the CLEAR*Sr senior legal hotline.

Source nwjustice.org/clear-hotline