Pro Bono Lawyers and Attorneys in Rhode Island
Where to ask for pro bono legal services or a free attorney in Rhode Island, including legal aid programs, who qualifies, and other free or low-cost help. We do not recommend or rank lawyers.
Where to ask for a free lawyer or attorney
| Pro bono and legal aid programs | Rhode Island Legal Services "collaborates with the Rhode Island Bar Association in helping to fund and support the Volunteer Lawyer Program"; for help with that program call (401) 421-7758. Rhode Island Legal Services itself serves low-income individuals and eligible client groups: apply online or call 401-274-2652 (Providence), 800-662-5034, or 401-846-2264 (Newport). Completing an application does not mean it will be able to help you; if you may qualify, you will be contacted to verify your information and discuss your legal problem. RILS: https://www.rils.org/ |
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| Who qualifies | Rhode Island Legal Services says it serves "low-income individuals and eligible client groups in Rhode Island." Source: Rhode Island Legal Services |
| Cases covered | Rhode Island Legal Services lists program areas including housing stability, foreclosure prevention, family preservation, safe family, consumer debt, veterans, responsible parent, elder protection, and education and employment law. The page does not say which cases it declines. Source: Rhode Island Legal Services |
Other free or low-cost help
| Free legal aid | Rhode Island Legal Services provides legal assistance and representation to low-income individuals and eligible client groups in Rhode Island. Apply online or call 401-274-2652 (Providence office) or 401-846-2264 (Newport office); the site also lists 800-662-5034; submitting an application does not guarantee help, and if you appear to qualify RILS will contact you to verify the information and decide whether it can assist. LSC lists Rhode Island Legal Services as its Rhode Island grantee. LSC grantee list: https://www.lsc.gov/about-lsc/our-grantees |
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Last verified against official sources: November 4, 2026.
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