Low-income and senior residents of Montana can access free legal assistance through the Montana Legal Services Association or the Legal Services Developer Program. Eligibility for these services is determined by several factors, include income levels, age, and the type of legal program faced.

Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)

• Website: www.mtlsa.org


• Hotline: 1-800-666-6899 (Tues-Thur, 9:00am to 1:00pm)


• Legal Areas: Domestic violence, housing rights, agricultural workers, youth homelessness, tribal law, public benefits, consumer law, and crime victim rights.


• Free Advice: MLSA provides legal services to low- and moderate-income Montanans experiencing civil (non-criminal) legal problems. Services are not available for criminal cases, traffic violations, or personal injury lawsuits.

Legal Services Developer Program

• Website: www.dphhs.mt.gov/sltc/aging/legalservicesdeveloper


• Hotline: 1-800-332-2272 (Mon-Fri, 8:00am to 5:00pm)


• Legal Areas: Estate planning, family law, property law, and protective services.


• Free Advice: The LSDP operates a legal advice hotline and provides legal support for seniors (those aged 60 and above), disabled adults, and enrolled Tribal members. Free resources and educational materials are also available on site.