Family Law
CCLA provides limited free legal assistance for eligible individuals seeking help with divorce and family law matters.
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Community Christian Legal Aid (CCLA) provides free legal assistance for eligible low-income individuals and families in Montgomery and Harris Counties. Our goal is to help you understand your options and take the next right step. If you’re unsure whether you qualify, we encourage you to apply — we’ll help guide you.
SERVICES WE PROVIDE
Types of Legal Help We Offer
Consumer Protection & Debt Defense
CCLA offers free legal assistance for individuals who are being sued by a creditor over a debt.
Wills, Power of Attorney & Guardianship
CCLA offers free legal assistance for simple wills, powers of attorney, and guardianship matters.
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Need help right now?
Start your request and we’ll follow up with next steps.
OUR PROCESS
What to Expect
When you reach out to CCLA, here’s how the process works:
1.
Application Review
We review your information to determine eligibility.
2.
Follow-up
If you qualify, we’ll contact you to schedule a free consultation.
3.
Free Consultation
You’ll meet with a CCLA attorney to discuss your legal issue and options.
4.
Next Steps
In some cases, additional support or limited representation may be available.
1.
Apply For Help
Complete a short intake form so we can understand your situation.
2.
Eligibility Review
We review income, location, and legal issue to determine eligibility for a free consultation.
3.
Free Consultation
If eligible, you’ll meet with a CCLA attorney for guidance on your legal matter.
4.
Next Steps
In some cases, we may offer coaching, document review, or — when volunteer attorneys are available — limited representation.
Please note: Because we are a nonprofit with limited resources, we cannot represent everyone who applies. We are committed to being clear, respectful, and honest about what help we can provide.
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Community Christian Legal Aid is committed to serving our neighbors with dignity, compassion, and respect.