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Legal Help Information

  1. Consult an attorney, who may be more affordable than you think. Look under "Attorneys" in the Yellow Pages in your local phone book. Many attorneys charge little, if anything, for the first consultation. Also, some may be willing to provide limited legal representation (for example, only preparing a certain document or only reviewing documents that you have already completed.
  2. Visit these two computer lawsites (if you do not have accesss to the Internet at home or work, visit your local public library for assistance):
    1. Wisconsin State Law Library (see link below)

      Self-help guides and some legal forms are available on this website.

    2. State Bar of Wisconsin (see link below)

      Legal information and educational resources are available on this website.

  3. Call the Lawyer Referral and Information Service at (800) 362-9082 (if outside Wisconsin, call (608) 257-4666. This public service of the State Bar of Wisconsin offers a Lawyer Hotline, Lawyer Referral, and Community Referral. Although you will not get legal advice, you will talk to a legal assistant who is experienced in analyzing potential legal problems and in helping you locate the best source of additional help.
  4. Court staff can provide general information about court rules, procedures and operations. Court staff can also provide certain forms and instructions. Court staff is not allowed to give legal advice or legal interpretatiotns. For assistance in locating additional legal information, contact your local library or the Wisconsin State Law Library Reference Service at (800) 322-9755.
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