The New York City Bar Legal Referral Service is a trusted, non-profit referral program operated by the New York City Bar Association, connecting individuals with carefully screened and qualified attorneys across numerous practice areas. It stands out for its rigorous attorney vetting process, confidential counseling, and commitment to making legal assistance accessible through affordable initial consultations.
Their approach involves personalized service where trained referral counselors discuss each caller’s specific legal needs to match them with the most appropriate legal professional. They serve a broad range of clients, including individuals, tenants, employees, and small businesses, offering both English and Spanish language support. A hallmark of their service is the fixed $35 initial consultation fee for many case types, providing affordable entry to legal advice.
Services Offered
- Attorney referral service
- Family law attorney
- Employment attorney
- Estate planning attorney (Wills, Trusts & Estates)
- Bankruptcy attorney
- Business & Corporate Law attorney
- Consumer Law attorney
- Criminal Law attorney
- Debts & Debt Collection attorney
- Immigration Law attorney
- Insurance Law attorney
- Intellectual Property attorney
- Landlord–Tenant attorney
- Malpractice attorney
- Personal Injury & Accidents attorney
- Public Benefits attorney
- Real Property Law attorney
- Workers’ Compensation attorney
- Information About Lawyers
- Monday Night Law program
- Moderate Means program
- Civil Court Project
This service primarily assists residents of New York City and surrounding areas, with support available in English and Spanish. It is a key initiative of the historic New York City Bar Association, reinforcing its long-standing reputation for professionalism and public service in the legal community.
