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Michigan Legal Help Self-Help Portal

Michigan Legal Help

What to do next

Use michiganlegalhelp.org to find the right legal aid org and get forms for eviction, benefits appeals, or family law issues.

Source: Michigan Legal HelpLast checked: Mar 29, 2026View source

About this program

Free online statewide legal self-help resource with tools, forms, and instructions for civil legal problems including housing, family law, benefits, and consumer issues. Also connects users to local legal aid organizations.

Hours: Online 24/7
Service area: Statewide Michigan

Who this serves & eligibility

Population: Adults, Families, Seniors, Low Income, Experiencing Homelessness, Immigrants & Refugees
Age: Adults 18+
Languages: EnglishSpanish
Income requirements: Low-income focus for legal aid referrals
Residency: Michigan residents
Insurance accepted: free
Cost: Free online tools; free legal aid referrals for income-eligible
How to access: Use online at michiganlegalhelp.org or visit a local self-help center
Online access; no transportation needed
Verified last checked Mar 29, 2026. Always call ahead to confirm.
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