Free and Sliding Scale Legal Assistance Resources
Youth at risk of or experiencing homelessness
Content updated Aug. 22, 2025
ABA Commission on Homelessness and Poverty Homeless Youth Legal Network Directory
Homeless Youth Legal Network Directory
· A project of the American Bar Association Commission on Homelessness and Poverty.
· Provides information on legal services for youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Legal Services Map
· Interactive map by state/territory to find free legal services.
· Contact HYLN at hyln@americanbar.org for updates or to report issues with listed programs.
About HYLN
· Increases information regarding, and access to, legal services for homeless youth.
· Focuses on civil, juvenile, and criminal defense legal matters.
· Provides a directory, listserv, model programs, and various resources
HYLN main website: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/public_interest/homelessness_poverty/initiatives/hyln/
Map of legal resources by state: https://youthhomelessnessindex.org/legal-help/
Never married mothers, parents on child support, parents of minor children
Content updated Aug. 22, 2025
M.A.R.C.H. Inc [Mediation Achieving Results for Children] is a nonprofit 501(c)3 serving Missouri and Kansas. M.A.R.C.H. Inc. has provided trusted family mediation services since 1997, helping parents resolve custody, parenting plan, and child support matters with less conflict and more collaboration. Originally established through Missouri’s IV-D program, M.A.R.C.H. has grown into a resource for families in both Missouri and Kansas. Today, we continue that mission by offering professional, court-approved mediation services that support families through life’s most challenging transitions.
Eligible families in Missouri can receive up to four hours of free mediation per year. Families that are eligible for free mediation are also eligible for free legal services to assist with court document filing, and supervised visitation services. Mediation is available in-person, by phone, or by virtual methods. Eligibility is not determined by income. If you have an active IV-D (child support) case through the state of Missouri, you can qualify for free services. We'll check your status for you!
Home office located at 2 South Water St., Liberty, MO 64068; 800-595-9750. But mediators are available state-wide.
Content updated May 19, 2025
This resource guide covers CMCA's 8 county service area: Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau and Osage. It also covers the three additional counties we provide Head Start for: Benton, Hickory, and Morgan. It's a comprehensive guide that includes any and all resources available to help lower income individuals and families in need. The resources and information listed in the guide have been compiled by other groups and agencies in our 8 county service area over the years, and most notably in Boone County by the Voluntary Action Center.
Email: pr@cmca.us
Content updated Sept. 29, 2025
A formal pro bono program was established in 2013 to encourage students to engage in pro bono and civic activity while also being able to gain practical lawyering skills and serve persons with limited means. Legal assistance may not be provided without direct attorney oversight.
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Content updated Aug. 15, 2025
Free Legal Advice for Missourians who meet the income requirements.
Content updated Aug. 15, 2025
This website has a list of existing Pro Bono programs in Missouri.
Content updated Dec. 17, 2024
Provides free legal services to low-income people in civil law cases involving orders of protection, family law, guardianships, consumer cases including debts, bankruptcies and foreclosures, housing law, employment issues, expungements and public benefits.
MMLS – Columbia Office
117 N Garth Avenue
Columbia, MO 65201
573-442-0116
800-568-4931
MMLS – Jefferson City Office
428 East Capitol Avenue, Suite 200
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Toll-Free: (800) 568-4931
Content updated Feb. 5, 2025
BCCBF is a volunteer-run community bail fund supporting our neighbors who have been injured by the criminal legal system in Boone County, Missouri.
How you can help - Volunteer: We work directly with detainees and the systems that surround them. We need people to answer the phones, bail people out of jail, monitor the court system, and advocate for change to our unjust system. Email comobailfund@gmail.com with the subject line “Volunteer” to get started.
A revolving bail fund needs cash to operate, and every dollar counts. Thank you for your support!
Contact us: To get in touch with BCCBF volunteers, email comobailfund@gmail.com.
If you need bail assistance, call (573) 723-1682.
Content updated Sept. 11, 2024
Depending on the need following a flood or a tornado, teams on the ground can help provide legal resources. They also provide assistance via a volunteer phone bank. MATA members help in navigating landlord-tenant laws, insurance issues, FEMA, and other legal issues or questions.
240 East High Street, Ste 300
Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-635-5215
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Content updated Sept. 11, 2024
A website created by The Missouri Bar that provides a variety of resources and services to the citizens of Missouri.
PO Box 119, 326 Monroe St.
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0119
Legal Resources Line: 573.636.3635
573-635-4128
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Content updated Sept. 11, 2024
Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services protects the rights of people with disabilities by providing advocacy and legal services. We help with a variety of disability-related issues. This can include allegations of abuse, denial of disability benefits, removing guardianship, and more. These issues are explained in more detail below. Learn more about how we can help with these issues.
925 S. Country Club Drive, Suite B
Jefferson City, MO 65109-4510
800-392-8667
Relay Missouri (TDD): 1-800-735-2966
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Content updated Sept. 16, 2024
An interfaith agency providing many services.
1310 E McCarty Street
Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 634-7776
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Updated on: August 17, 2023
Safe Passage provides services for individuals and families who have experienced domestic and/or sexual abuse.
PO Box 456
Moberly, MO 65270
660-269-8999
Hotline/Crisis 660-269-8111