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Lawyer in the Library program offers free legal resources: Volunteer attorneys will be at Deschutes Public Library on Wednesdays (OR)

Sunday, October 08, 2017

Lawyer in the Library program offers free legal resources: Volunteer attorneys will be at Deschutes Public Library on Wednesdays

 

"Those who don’t qualify for legal aid services but can’t afford an attorney are welcome to meet with one Wednesday evenings at the Deschutes Public Library in downtown Bend.

The Lawyer in the Library program, which started Wednesday, provides four, free 30-minute consultations with a local attorney. The volunteer attorney is able to answer questions and assist people on civil matters, such as small claims, contracts, landlord-tenant issues and wills. No criminal issues will be covered.

All four consultations were filled Wednesday at the first night of the program. One of the participants said afterward how empowering it was to have free access and speak with a lawyer without having to provide a retainer fee..."

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