Free legal information, aid organizations, and court resources for residents of Alaska. Know your rights and find help.
Provides free civil legal services to low-income Alaskans, including assistance with housing, family law, and public benefits.
Visit Website →Online resource for legal information, court forms, and referrals to Alaska legal aid programs.
Visit Website →Offers legal advocacy services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault statewide.
Visit Website →Provides free civil legal services to low-income Alaskans statewide, including rural and remote communities.
Visit Website →Offers legal advocacy and support services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Visit Website →Alaska's court system is unified under the Alaska Court System. The Supreme Court of Alaska is the court of last resort, followed by the Court of Appeals for criminal cases. Superior Courts handle major civil and criminal cases, and District Courts handle misdemeanors, small claims, and minor civil matters.
Comprehensive tenant protections under AS 34.03, including habitability standards and security deposit limits of two months' rent.
Prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations based on race, religion, sex, disability, and other protected classes.
Protects consumers from unfair or deceptive acts and practices in trade or commerce under AS 45.50.
Unique state program distributing oil revenue to all eligible residents annually, with legal protections against garnishment for certain debts.
Governs rental agreements under AS 34.03, covering habitability requirements, security deposits (max 2 months), and eviction procedures.
Annual dividend payment to eligible residents from oil revenue investments, with legal protections for the distribution process.
24/7 confidential support
1-800-799-7233
Statewide crisis and suicide prevention
1-877-266-4357
Call or text 988 for crisis support
988
Updated guidelines for Permanent Fund Dividend eligibility and distribution amounts for qualifying Alaska residents.
New funding increases legal aid availability in remote Alaska communities through video conferencing and traveling attorney programs.
Statute of Limitations: 2 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 3 years (oral) / 3 years (written)
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 6 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 2 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 3 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Typical filing fee: $75 (claims up to $10,000)
Small claims court is designed for individuals to resolve minor disputes quickly and affordably without an attorney.
Typical filing fee: $250-$350
Civil court handles larger disputes including personal injury, contract breaches, and property claims. Attorney representation is common.
Typical filing fee: $200-$300
Family court handles divorce, custody, child support, adoption, and domestic violence matters. Fee waivers are often available for low-income filers.
Statewide nonprofit providing free civil legal help to low-income Alaskans in rural and urban areas.
Visit Website →Legal advocacy and support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Visit Website →Free immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers.
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