Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find an attorney?

Call the Virginia Lawyer Referral Service at 800-552-7977 to be referred to an attorney with whom you can meet for 30 minutes for $35.00. Visit: https://vlrs.community.lawyer/

Is there a free online directory of lawyers?

The Virginia State Bar operates a directory of Virginia lawyers

Martindale Hubbell Legal Directory allows you to search by area of practice, office location, and more. https://www.martindale.com/find-attorneys/

How can I get free legal answers?

Submit your question and a licensed volunteer attorney will provide an answer. https://virginia.freelegalanswers.org/

How do I reach Legal Aid?

757-627-5423 or https://www.laseva.org/

How can I do legal research free online?

The Virginia Access to Justice Commission has compiled links to useful resources for self-represented litigants: https://selfhelp.vacourts.gov/

Where do I find the Code of Virginia?

https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/

In which court should my legal matter be heard?

https://selfhelp.vacourts.gov/node/4/find-your-court

I need to find a form to file in court:

https://selfhelp.vacourts.gov/node/28/find-form

Are there any other legal forms and templates?

Yes, visit the Find It VA website and then click the blue link for “Legal Forms”

https://finditva.com/adults/

I’ve got a fee dispute with my attorney, what can I do?

Contact the Virginia State Bar Fee Dispute Resolution Program:

https://www.vsb.org/Site/03_Legal-Help/fee-dispute.aspx

How do I file a complaint against an attorney?

The Virginia State Bar licenses and disciplines attorneys.

https://www.vsb.org/Site/03_Legal-Help/misconduct-claim.aspx