How long after I send in my documents does it take to get a legal aid decision?
Last updated February 15, 2023
It can take up to five business days after we receive your information. If your case is complicated, it might take longer.
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Last updated February 15, 2023
It can take up to five business days after we receive your information. If your case is complicated, it might take longer.
Last updated April 12, 2023
You can upload your documents to the client portal or send your documents by fax to 1‑877‑750‑2009 or mail to: Legal Aid Ontario 20 Dundas Street West, Suite 730 Toronto, ON, M5G 2H1 Include your client number on each page.
Last updated June 15, 2023
You must apply directly to the legal aid plan in the province or territory where the charges are being heard. If your charges are in Ontario, contact us at 416-979-1446 or toll-free at 1-800-668-8258. See below for further information about how LAO will assist in your legal matter, depending on your status as an Ontario resident. Legal Matter Action LAO Will Take…
Last updated January 13, 2023
You can: apply online—currently only available for people who do not own any property and either: receive Ontario Works or Ontario Disability Support Program payments have no income are new to Canada are living in a shelter are incarcerated call us at 1‑800‑668‑8258 Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (The best time to call is…
Last updated February 15, 2023
If you need legal help on the day you are in criminal or family court, you can talk to our lawyers (they are called duty counsel) at the courthouse. If you have been arrested or are detained by police, tell the police officer you want to speak to a lawyer. The police officer will call…
Last updated January 11, 2023
If you need urgent legal advice about a family issue or an immigration/refugee issue, call us right away or ask someone at a shelter or legal clinic about our two hours of free legal advice. You may also qualify to have a lawyer represent you in court.
Last updated February 15, 2023
If you financially qualify, then we can help you if you: want to see your children. want your children at home with you (you should call us as soon as you are contacted by Children’s Aid). are a family member or a member of the child’s Indigenous community and you want the child to stay…
Last updated February 15, 2023
You can talk to our lawyers (they are called duty counsel) at the courthouse when you go to court tomorrow.
Last updated February 15, 2023
We might be able to help if you financially qualify and if: you are subjected to domestic abuse you want to separate from your husband, wife or partner you need to decide custody, support or access Children’s Aid has your children or contacted you
Last updated February 15, 2023
If you financially qualify, and have a legal issue we cover, we will provide you with the service that is appropriate to your case. Call us to see if you qualify.
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