Veterans and Military Legal
Below you will find a resources that provide helpful information on legal aid for veterans. You can also find details on how to seek assistance or aid from a lawyer, if needed.
National
Stateside Legal
This is a national website with legal aid for veterans/military personnel and their families.
National Veterans Legal Services Program
http://www.nvlsp.org/what-we-do/lawyers-serving-warriors/assistance-with...
This organization allows you to request assistance with discharge upgrades for veterans from all eras.
American Bar Association Operation Home Front Information Center
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/legal_services/milvets/aba_home_front/
The Information Center from the American Bar Association has easy-to-understand info about many legal issues that military families face everyday.
Additional Resources
Legal Advice:
If you are in Tennessee, the website, Free Legal Answers, allows you to ask a lawyer for help with a legal issue at no cost. It is fast and easy, and all you need is a computer. This is a FREE service for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
How it works:
- You will answer a few questions to see if you qualify for their service. If you qualify, you will have the option to create an account.
- Then, you can ask their volunteer attorneys a non-criminal legal question.
- Once your question receives a response, you will get an email. You will need to sign into the website to read your response and ask any additional questions.
Visit https://tn.freelegalanswers.org/ to sign up.
