The Genesee County Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) provides referrals to lawyers for a $30 administrative fee. The first 30-minute consultation is free. The Genesee County Bar Association LRIS serves Genesee County.
Lawyer Referral Services
If you are a victim of abuse, you may want to ask the Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service whether or not they screen for lawyers who are experienced in handling domestic violence cases. For a suggested list of questions to ask regarding the lawyer’s fees and experience when interviewing an attorney, go to our Choosing and Working with a Lawyer page.
Genesee County Bar Association
Grand Rapids Bar Association
Grand Rapids Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) provide referrals to attorneys who best fit clients’ needs. The administrative fee for the LRIS service is $25. The initial 30-minute consultation is free. Grand Rapids Bar Association LRIS serves Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon, and Allegan Counties.
Macomb County Bar Association
The Macomb County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) provides local attorneys for clients’ legal needs. The Macomb County Bar Association LRS serves Macomb and St. Clair Counties.
Oakland County Bar Association
The Oakland County Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) provides referrals to an attorney or legal agency that will best fit the client’s legal needs. The initial phone consultation is up to 30-minutes and free. The Oakland County Bar Association LRS serves Oakland County.
State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral
The State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service provides referrals to private attorneys for a $25 administrative fee. The first 25-minute consultation is free. The State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral service matches clients with a lawyer experienced in handling similar legal matters.
State Bar of Michigan Modest Means Program
The program connects moderate-income people with attorneys who offer reduced-cost legal assistance. Income eligibility requirements apply. Eligible applicants will pay $25 for a referral to an attorney, who will provide a 25-minute consultation. Additional time and services will be charged by the attorney. They can assist with family law issues such as divorce, custody, visitation, and paternity, among others. To apply, complete the application online.
Washtenaw County Bar Association
The Washtenaw County Lawyer Referral & Information Service (LRIS) provides referrals to attorneys for a $30 administrative fee. The first 30-minute consultation is free. The Washtenaw County Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Information Service serves Washtenaw, Western Wayne, Lenawee, Livingston and Monroe Counties.