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”
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