Acadiana Legal Service Corporation (Lake Charles)

About
ALSC (Lake Charles)
Acadiana Legal Service Corporation (ALSC) is a nonprofit law firm that provides free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals and families across multiple regions of Louisiana. Their work covers a range of civil matters such as housing, public benefits, family law, consumer rights, and other issues that impact economic stability and personal safety. ALSC aims to protect the legal rights of vulnerable populations, improve access to justice, and promote fairness in the civil legal system.
Services & Eligibility
Acadiana Legal Service Corporation generally serves clients with household incomes up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines, depending on your household expenses. Eligibility rules may be relaxed for certain populations, such as people over 60 or survivors of domestic violence. Most applicants must provide proof of income, and in many cases the value of assets will also be considered when determining eligibility.