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Other Legal Information
  These are just SOME of the articles published by Southeast Louisiana Legal Services, also available on www.lawhelp.org/LA, the statewide website for free legal help. Visit www.lawhelp.org/LA (click on the name in the left-hand margin) for more legal information from our New Orleans Legal Assistance office and other legal assistance programs.
 

Civil Rights, Including Voting Rights
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
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Read this in: Spanish
 

Consumer Issues
Buying a Used Car
Know Your Rights
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Did the State Take Your Tax Refund?
The state may take your tax refund for an old debt. You can fight this!
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Foreclosure -- the Process in Louisiana
Find out more about foreclosure here.
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Home Solicitation Sales
Your rights when things go bad.
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How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
Mortgage Debt -- Questions and Answers
Find out more about your mortgage.
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PDF
 
Oil Spill: Plaquemines and St. Bernard Mortgage Relief Fairs
Find out more about these August 6, 2010 events. Free, refreshments provided, and aimed at those affected by the Gulf oil disaster.
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Criminal Law
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 

Disability
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
Questions and Answers About State ID Cards
Basic information about state ID cards.
PDF
 

Disaster Relief
Did the State Take Your Tax Refund?
The state may take your tax refund for an old debt. You can fight this!
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Do you have a Road Home Legal or Property Title Problem?
FAQs to help you determine if you may have to fix a legal or title problem to get your Road Home check.
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DOC
WPD
 
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
In Forma Pauperis--When You Can't Afford Court Costs
Questions and answers about how to ask the court to waive court filing fees, and a link to the In Forma Pauperis form on the Louisiana Supreme Court's website.
HTML

 
Oil Spill: Plaquemines and St. Bernard Mortgage Relief Fairs
Find out more about these August 6, 2010 events. Free, refreshments provided, and aimed at those affected by the Gulf oil disaster.
HTML

 
Step by Step Instructions for Pro Insurance Petition with Pauper
Ionstructions for completing pro insurance petition with application for pauper status
PDF
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Step by Step Instructions for Pro Se Insurance Petition
Instructions for completing sample lawsuit petition against your insurance company for failure to pay hurricane damage claims.
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Employment
Did the State Take Your Tax Refund?
The state may take your tax refund for an old debt. You can fight this!
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How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
Overpaid Unemployment Compensation Benefits
You don't always owe the money! You may not have to pay it back! Find out how to appeal and how to apply for a waiver.
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Problems Getting Unemployment Benefits?
Not getting your benefits? Having problems with the system? Print out this form and let Southeast Louisiana Legal Services know what's happening.
PDF
 
Unemployment Compensation Benefits in Louisiana
Lost your job? Maybe you can get Unemployment Compensation benefits. You can also hear a sound recording of this resource.
HTML

 
Unpaid Wages & Sample Demand Letter
Laid off, fired, or resigned, and not paid wages due - your rights under Louisiana law.
HTML

Read this in: Spanish
 
Unpaid Wages and Sample Demand Letter
Information about unpaid wages and a sample letter you may be able to use to try to get paid wages owed to you.
WEB SITE
 
Unpaid Wages Demand Letter
This is a SAMPLE letter for demanding unpaid wages from your ex-employer, after you've left the job or been fired.
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Read this in: Spanish
 

Family & Children
21st Judicial District Court for the Parishes of Livingston, St. Helena and Tanigpahoa: Automated Uncontested Divorce Forms
These uncontested divorce forms and instructions are only for use in the 21st Judicial District Court for the Parishes of Livingston, St. Helena and Tangipahoa. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce. The browser called Internet Explorer works best with this online program.
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21st Judicial District Court for the Parishes of Livingston, St. Helena and Tanigpahoa: Automated Uncontested Divorce Forms
These uncontested divorce forms and instructions are only for use in the 21st Judicial District Court for the Parishes of Livingston, St. Helena and Tangipahoa. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce. The browser called Internet Explorer works best with this online program.
WEB SITE
 
22nd Judicial District Court for the Parishes of St. Tammany and Washington: Automated Uncontested Divorce Forms
These uncontested divorce forms and instructions are only for use in the 22nd Judicial District Court for the Parishes of St. Tammany and Washington. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce.
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22nd Judicial District Court for the Parishes of St. Tammany and Washington: Automated Uncontested Divorce Forms
These uncontested divorce forms and instructions are only for use in the 22nd Judicial District Court for the Parishes of St. Tammany and Washington. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce.
WEB SITE
 
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
In Forma Pauperis--When You Can't Afford Court Costs
Questions and answers about how to ask the court to waive court filing fees, and a link to the In Forma Pauperis form on the Louisiana Supreme Court's website.
HTML

 
Orleans Parish Civil District Court: Uncontested Divorce Forms and Instructions.
These uncontested divorce forms are only for use in Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce.
WEB SITE
 
Please take our survey.
Here is a survey that will help us make our automated court forms better. Please take a moment to fill out the survey. The survey does not ask you to identify yourself or ask for any personal information.
WEB SITE
 
Questions and Answers About State ID Cards
Basic information about state ID cards.
PDF
 

Government Benefits
Did the State Take Your Tax Refund?
The state may take your tax refund for an old debt. You can fight this!
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Food Stamp Denials, Reductions and Terminations
Your rights in the food stamp program.
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Food Stamps: How to Apply
Don't know what to do? Know your rights.
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Food Stamps: The Electronic Benefits Card
Learn about your rights.
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Food Stamps: Who Can Get Them
Many people could get food stamps, but haven't applied. Find out if you could get help to buy food.
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Homeless & Hungry: Getting Food Stamps When You Do Not Have a Home
For Homeless People Who Need Food Stamps
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How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
Overpaid Unemployment Compensation Benefits
You don't always owe the money! You may not have to pay it back! Find out how to appeal and how to apply for a waiver.
HTML

 
Problems Getting Unemployment Benefits?
Not getting your benefits? Having problems with the system? Print out this form and let Southeast Louisiana Legal Services know what's happening.
PDF
 
Proving Paternity: Protect your child's rights to Social Security benefits.
Was your child born outside of marriage? Has your child's father refused to admit paternity? What you need to do now to protect your child's rights to Social Security benefits.
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Questions and Answers About State ID Cards
Basic information about state ID cards.
PDF
 
Under 18, unmarried and have a baby? Public assistance questions and answers.
Your rights to food stamp and FITAP ("welfare" monthly cash payments) benefits in Louisiana.
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Unemployment Compensation Benefits in Louisiana
Lost your job? Maybe you can get Unemployment Compensation benefits. You can also hear a sound recording of this resource.
HTML

 
Welfare Time Limits
There are exceptions to the time limits.
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Health
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 

Housing
Do you have a Road Home Legal or Property Title Problem?
FAQs to help you determine if you may have to fix a legal or title problem to get your Road Home check.
HTML
DOC
WPD
 
Foreclosure -- the Process in Louisiana
Find out more about foreclosure here.
HTML
PDF
 
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
In Forma Pauperis--When You Can't Afford Court Costs
Questions and answers about how to ask the court to waive court filing fees, and a link to the In Forma Pauperis form on the Louisiana Supreme Court's website.
HTML

 
Mortgage Debt -- Questions and Answers
Find out more about your mortgage.
HTML
PDF
 
Oil Spill: Plaquemines and St. Bernard Mortgage Relief Fairs
Find out more about these August 6, 2010 events. Free, refreshments provided, and aimed at those affected by the Gulf oil disaster.
HTML

 
Repairs -- What can I do when my landlord won't make them?
Information and sample letters to help you try to get your landlord to make repairs. Find out more also about the repair-and-deduct law, but read all of the information carefully. Click the link to find out more.
WEB SITE
 
Security Deposit -- How to Get it Back
Information and sample letters to help you try to get your landlord to give you your security deposit.
WEB SITE
 

Immigration
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 

Legal Resources
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 

Schools
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 

Self Help Court Forms, Letters and Documents
21st Judicial District Court for the Parishes of Livingston, St. Helena and Tanigpahoa: Automated Uncontested Divorce Forms
These uncontested divorce forms and instructions are only for use in the 21st Judicial District Court for the Parishes of Livingston, St. Helena and Tangipahoa. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce. The browser called Internet Explorer works best with this online program.
HTML

 
21st Judicial District Court for the Parishes of Livingston, St. Helena and Tanigpahoa: Automated Uncontested Divorce Forms
These uncontested divorce forms and instructions are only for use in the 21st Judicial District Court for the Parishes of Livingston, St. Helena and Tangipahoa. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce. The browser called Internet Explorer works best with this online program.
WEB SITE
 
22nd Judicial District Court for the Parishes of St. Tammany and Washington: Automated Uncontested Divorce Forms
These uncontested divorce forms and instructions are only for use in the 22nd Judicial District Court for the Parishes of St. Tammany and Washington. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce.
HTML

 
22nd Judicial District Court for the Parishes of St. Tammany and Washington: Automated Uncontested Divorce Forms
These uncontested divorce forms and instructions are only for use in the 22nd Judicial District Court for the Parishes of St. Tammany and Washington. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce.
WEB SITE
 
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
In Forma Pauperis--When You Can't Afford Court Costs
Questions and answers about how to ask the court to waive court filing fees, and a link to the In Forma Pauperis form on the Louisiana Supreme Court's website.
HTML

 
Orleans Parish Civil District Court: Uncontested Divorce Forms and Instructions.
These uncontested divorce forms are only for use in Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans. These forms are only for very low-income people with very simple cases with no issues regarding children or money and who satisfy other requirements. There are separate computer programs for men and for women filing for divorce.
WEB SITE
 
Please take our survey.
Here is a survey that will help us make our automated court forms better. Please take a moment to fill out the survey. The survey does not ask you to identify yourself or ask for any personal information.
WEB SITE
 
Repairs -- What can I do when my landlord won't make them?
Information and sample letters to help you try to get your landlord to make repairs. Find out more also about the repair-and-deduct law, but read all of the information carefully. Click the link to find out more.
WEB SITE
 
Security Deposit -- How to Get it Back
Information and sample letters to help you try to get your landlord to give you your security deposit.
WEB SITE
 
Unpaid Wages & Sample Demand Letter
Laid off, fired, or resigned, and not paid wages due - your rights under Louisiana law.
HTML

Read this in: Spanish
 
Unpaid Wages and Sample Demand Letter
Information about unpaid wages and a sample letter you may be able to use to try to get paid wages owed to you.
WEB SITE
 

Seniors
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 

Taxes
Did the State Take Your Tax Refund?
The state may take your tax refund for an old debt. You can fight this!
HTML

 
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 

The Legal System
2010 Poverty Guidelines and Legal Services
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How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
In Forma Pauperis--When You Can't Afford Court Costs
Questions and answers about how to ask the court to waive court filing fees, and a link to the In Forma Pauperis form on the Louisiana Supreme Court's website.
HTML

 

Wills & Life Planning
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 

Youth Rights
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish. Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
PPT
Read this in: Spanish
 
Under 18, unmarried and have a baby? Public assistance questions and answers.
Your rights to food stamp and FITAP ("welfare" monthly cash payments) benefits in Louisiana.
HTML

 
 
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