Kansas Legal Services is a statewide nonprofit law firm and community education organization dedicated to providing free legal assistance to low and moderate-income individuals across Kansas. Specializing in addressing fundamental civil legal needs, it stands out for its commitment to ensuring equal access to justice for vulnerable populations, including working families, veterans, renters, people with disabilities, and older adults.
With a mission centered on helping Kansans meet their basic needs through legal support and mediation, the organization leverages a team of dedicated attorneys and volunteers to offer guidance, representation, and self-help resources. Each year, it assists over 18,000 people through direct services, clinics, and educational outreach, focusing on areas that impact stability and safety such as housing, family security, and economic fairness.
Services Offered
- Legal Assistance Application
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Protection from Abuse
- Eviction Defense
- Tenant Rights
- Foreclosure Prevention
- Landlord/Tenant Disputes
- Consumer/Debt Issues
- Criminal Record Expungement
- Driver’s License Reinstatement
- Wills & Estate Planning
- Abuse and Neglect Cases
- Adoption
- Spousal Support
- Free Interactive Legal Forms
- Self-Help Legal Resources
- Expungement Clinics
- Community Legal Education
Operating across all 105 counties in Kansas, Kansas Legal Services ensures broad accessibility through phone assistance, online applications, and in-person clinics. The organization also offers services in English and utilizes community partnerships to extend its reach and effectiveness in serving those in need.
