Free legal information, aid organizations, and court resources for residents of Washington State. Know your rights and find help.
Washington's largest legal aid provider, offering free civil legal services statewide in housing, family, consumer, public benefits, and farm worker matters.
Visit Website →Pursues high-impact legal advocacy to dismantle systemic poverty, protect civil rights, and champion equity for marginalized communities across Washington.
Visit Website →Provides free legal services to youth across Washington, helping young people overcome barriers in education, housing, and the juvenile justice system.
Visit Website →Largest legal aid provider in Washington, serving low-income residents statewide in housing, family, and benefits.
Visit Website →Provides free legal services focused on systemic advocacy for low-income Washingtonians.
Visit Website →The Supreme Court of Washington is the court of last resort with nine justices. The Court of Appeals handles intermediate appeals across three divisions. Superior Courts are the trial courts of general jurisdiction in each of Washington's 39 counties. District Courts handle civil cases under $100,000, misdemeanors, and small claims. Municipal Courts handle city ordinance violations.
Comprehensive tenant protections under RCW 59.18 covering security deposits, habitability, just cause eviction requirements, and limits on rent increases with 180-day notice requirements.
One of the broadest anti-discrimination laws in the nation under RCW 49.60, prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and insurance based on numerous protected classes.
Prohibits unfair and deceptive business practices under RCW 19.86 with a strong private right of action, treble damages, and attorney fees provisions.
Provides up to 12 weeks (16 for combined family and medical) of paid leave for family caregiving, medical leave, and bonding with a new child.
Strong tenant protections under RCW 59.18, including just cause eviction requirements and limits on move-in fees.
Comprehensive anti-discrimination law covering employment, housing, insurance, and public accommodations with broad protected classes.
24/7 confidential support
1-800-799-7233
Statewide domestic violence support
1-800-562-6025
Call or text 988 for crisis support
988
Enhanced benefits under WA Paid Family and Medical Leave with increased duration and benefit amounts.
Strengthened just cause eviction protections and new limits on excessive rent increases.
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.
Statute of Limitations: 3 years (oral) / 6 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: 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.
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.
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: $35-$50 (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: $200-$350
Civil court handles larger disputes including personal injury, contract breaches, and property claims. Attorney representation is common.
Typical filing fee: $200-$314
Family court handles divorce, custody, child support, adoption, and domestic violence matters. Fee waivers are often available for low-income filers.
Statewide free civil legal services for low-income Washington residents in housing, family, and benefits matters.
Visit Website →Impact litigation and systemic advocacy for low-income Washingtonians on housing, immigration, and civil rights.
Visit Website →Free legal clinics and pro bono referrals in the Seattle/King County area.
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