Legal Aid & Pro Bono Resources in Oklahoma: Help When You Need It Most

Published on 11 February 2026 at 13:46

Accessing affordable legal help can feel overwhelming, especially when facing family, housing, benefits, or civil justice issues. Fortunately, Oklahoma has several organizations and programs that offer no-cost or low-cost legal assistance, pro bono services, and tools to connect you with lawyers who can help.

Tips for Getting Legal Aid in Oklahoma

🟡 Start with statewide services. Organizations like Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma serve the whole state and are a great first contact point.


🟡 Use online resources. OKLaw.org and the Oklahoma Bar Association’s legal resources can help you find self-help information or answers to basic questions.


🟡Be prepared to provide income info. Many legal aid programs require financial eligibility screening.


🟡 Don’t forget local community clinics. University law clinics and local nonprofit programs often provide free or low-cost services.


🟡 Call early and follow up. Legal resources can have waitlists, so calling and checking early helps improve your chances of getting help when you need it

 

Below are some resources that may be able to help you.

1. Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma (LASO)

One of the largest and most comprehensive legal aid organizations in the state, Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc. provides civil legal help to low-income Oklahomans across all 77 counties. LASO handles matters like family law, housing issues, public benefits, consumer disputes, and more.

What They Offer

  • Civil legal advice and representation for qualifying individuals

  • Assistance with family law (custody, support), housing, public benefits, and more

  • Help with immigration related legal issues at some locations (varying by office)

  • Referrals and free legal information resources

  • Pro bono attorney opportunities and volunteer support programs for lawyers who want to help

How to Get Help

📞 Statewide toll-free: 1-888-534-5243
📍 Visit their website for more information and to apply: LegalAidOK.org

Tip: LASO will ask about your income, household size, and legal issue to determine eligibility. You can apply by phone or online.

2. Oklahoma LawHelp (OKLaw.org)

OKLaw.org is a free legal information website supported by Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Bar Association, and national partners. It helps Oklahomans find legal information covering multiple topics, including family law, housing, public benefits, civil rights, and more.

What It Provides

  • Easy-to-use legal self-help articles and forms

  • Guides to help you understand your rights

  • Links to local legal resources and services

  • Pro bono opportunities and ways to volunteer or get help

📞 Volunteer contact at OKLaw: 

📍OKLaw.org

3. Oklahoma Bar Association – Free Legal Answers & Referrals

The Oklahoma Bar Association (OKBar) offers several tools to help people navigate legal issues.

Notable Programs

  • Free Legal Answers: Submit civil legal questions online and receive answers from volunteer attorneys.

  • Low- or No-Cost Assistance Directory: The OKBar compiles a list of organizations that provide free or affordable legal help across Oklahoma.

  • Pro Se Guides: Resources to help people represent themselves in court when necessary.

📞 Contact info and resources are available at OKBar.org/legalresources.

4. Local Clinics & Community Legal Support

In addition to statewide services, several local organizations and law school clinics offer direct help, often for low-income individuals, victims of abuse, or specific legal concerns.

Examples Include

  • Neighbor For Neighbor Legal Clinic – Provides legal services for uncontested civil issues; Tulsa location with walk-in assistance.

  • OCU American Indian Wills Clinic – Free help with estate planning and wills.

  • OCU Pro Bono Housing Eviction Assistance Program – Helps tenants in eviction and housing dispute matters.

  • Tulsa University (TU) Law Legal Clinic – Law students supervised by attorneys provide legal help to underserved residents.

5. Community Partnerships & Specialized Help

Many nonprofits partner with legal aid programs to expand access:

  • CPN/LASO Civil Legal Help Services – A partnership that provides free legal help in family, housing, consumer, benefits, and other civil legal matters for qualified members, with assistance available by appointment.

  • Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault – Offers referrals, safety planning, and provider lists for legal help in abuse situations (note: hotline available).

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