Wanting to do your own legal work?

Think you cannot afford a lawyer?

Take a look at the website for the Indiana Pro Bono Commission:


What is the role of this web site?
This web site is created to provide information to you concerning civil legal pro bono efforts in the state of Indiana. The site also provides information concerning the civil legal pro bono efforts in your county. The Indiana Pro Bono Commission does not hire lawyers to accept cases. We can only provide information to you on how you may be able to obtain a pro bono attorney.


Information for the General Public


What is the role of this web site?
This web site is created to provide information to you concerning civil legal pro bono efforts in the state of Indiana. The site also provides information concerning the civil legal pro bono efforts in your county. The Indiana Pro Bono Commission does not hire lawyers to accept cases. We can only provide information to you on how you may be able to obtain a pro bono attorney.


What to do if you have a criminal matter?
We do not handle criminal cases. If you have a criminal case and can not afford a lawyer, contact the Indiana Public Defenders office at: 317-232-2475.


What does pro bono mean?
Pro bono means for the common good. It is a long-standing tradition that lawyers help the defenseless, weak, and oppressed regardless of an ability to pay. Indiana attorneys take an oath to protect all citizens and to protect our system of justice. To that end, attorneys freely donate their time and expertise in many ways. If you are unable to pay for a lawyer you can get connected with one by contacting one of the programs linked below.


How to find a pro bono attorney?
This link will provide contact information on legal service providers, local bar associations, and other projects that have been set up to assist Indiana residents with their legal needs. The information is provided based upon the county in which you will be filing your case. Most organizations do have an intake procedure that includes a financial screening.

* Link for Pro Bono providers


What to do if you want to proceed on your own:

• Indiana Supreme Court Self-Service Legal Center
• Web site help for divorcing and divorced parents to protect their children