Low-Income Legal Aid in Wyoming
Disclaimer: This webpage provides general information about legal aid resources in Wyoming and is not intended as legal advice. For specific legal issues, consult a qualified attorney or contact the listed organizations directly. The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not establish an attorney-client relationship.
Legal Aid of Wyoming
Address: 211 W. 19th St., Ste. 300, Cheyenne, WY 82001
Phone: 307-432-0807 | Fax: 307-432-0808
Toll-Free: 877-432-9955
Website: www.lawyoming.org
Eligibility
- Free for low-income individuals (household income under 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines).
- Must contact the hotline for intake.
- Apply by phone or online (select “Apply for Services” on the website).
Services
- Free legal assistance for civil matters, including:
- Housing issues (evictions, lease disputes, security deposits)
- Family law (divorce, custody, protection orders)
- Public benefits (Social Security, Medicare)
- Consumer protection (debt collection, scams)
- Employment matters (FMLA, disability accommodations)
- Does not handle personal injury or criminal cases.
University of Wyoming College of Law – Legal Services Clinics
Address: UW Office Annex, 406 S. 21st Street, Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: 307-766-2104 | Fax: 307-766-4823
Website: www.uwyo.edu/law/clinics
Eligibility
- Free for low-income individuals; specific clinics may have additional criteria (e.g., Domestic Violence Clinic prioritizes survivors).
- Contact the clinic for intake and eligibility details.
Services
- Student-led legal assistance under attorney supervision, including:
- Domestic Violence Clinic: Legal aid for survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking (e.g., protection orders, divorce, custody).
- Family and Child Legal Advocacy Clinic: Representation in juvenile matters (child abuse/neglect), divorces, and custody disputes.
- Civil Legal Services Clinic: Assistance with immigration, government benefits appeals (Social Security, Medicare), housing, and other civil matters.
- Civil matters including divorces, child custody modifications, requests for domestic violence protection orders, and requests for civil stalking orders.
- Other miscellaneous matters as determined by clinic capacity and client need.
Housing Legal Assistance
If facing eviction or housing-related issues, contact Legal Aid of Wyoming:
Toll-Free: 877-432-9955
Website: www.lawyoming.org
Services for Eligible Renters
- Eviction defense
- Lease agreement advice and negotiation
- Disputes over security deposits, damages, or late fees
- Issues related to home safety or habitability
- Financial matters impacting housing stability (e.g., debt collection defense, public benefits, employment disputes, consumer protection against scams)
Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (WyoSAV)
Address: 710 Garfield St., Ste. 218, Laramie, WY 82070
Phone: 307-755-0992 | Toll-Free: 844-264-8080
Website: www.wyomingdvsa.org/legal-program
Eligibility
- Free for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.
- Priority for low-income individuals; contact for intake.
Services
- Legal assistance for civil matters, including:
- Protection orders
- Divorce and custody disputes
- Housing issues (evictions, lease disputes)
- Immigration relief (e.g., VAWA petitions, U-visas)
- Advocacy and safety planning.
Additional Resources
Wyoming Free Legal Answers
Online platform for low-income Wyoming residents to ask civil legal questions and receive free answers from volunteer attorneys.
Website: wyoming.freelegalanswers.org
Eligibility: Income under 250% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Wyoming State Bar – Lawyer Referral Service
Connects individuals with attorneys for reduced-fee or pro bono services, depending on income.
Phone: 307-632-9061
Website: www.wyomingbar.org/for-the-public
