To receive free legal aid, applicants and family members must not exceed one of the following income ranges: By bringing together its expertise in law and communications, Éducaloi has become a recognized leader in disseminating legal information to the general public and a special clientele. The Éducaloi team has all the skills to create accurate and easy-to-understand legal information. In addition, anyone arrested can speak to a lawyer free of charge by calling 1-800-842-2213, regardless of income. Access to free legal advice, even if you don`t get legal aid, will soon be available to Quebecers: a pilot project starting this fall will become a permanent legal clinic in 2023. The mission of the Canadian Association of Paralegals is to: Our partner, the Commission des services juridiques (legal aid), is responsible for the application of Quebec`s Act respecting legal aid and the provision of certain other legal services. The Commission shall ensure that legal aid is granted to any person entitled to apply for it. Legal aid may be free of charge or contributory. In the latter case, the amount depends on the amount of family income and the cost of the service. Financial eligibility is determined based on the applicant`s income, family size and type, assets and cash flow. The briefing with court-appointed lawyers, which lasts up to 30 minutes, is limited to basic legal information. The public defender may not address the opposing party or the court in place of the person requesting assistance.

As the use of LDCs is limited to one information session per topic that will be addressed in a court case, other resources, including those described on this website, should be used if the services of a lawyer are still required. Available only on judicial transfer. The initiative required legislative amendments that would allow students to provide legal advice. Quebec Attorney General Simon Jolin-Barrette said it was “the last jurisdiction in Canada where law students could not provide legal advice under the supervision of a lawyer.” Éducaloi`s mission is to inform Quebecers of their legal rights and obligations. We do not answer legal questions about specific situations and do not give advice on what to do in a particular situation. Justice Pro Bono is a non-profit organization founded in 2008 at the initiative of the Barreau du Québec. Its mission is to mobilize the legal community to provide expertise and time to individuals and non-profit organizations in Quebec who do not have the resources to access legal services. Justice Pro Bono aims to become a key player in improving access to justice in Quebec through concrete and consistent actions within the legal community. You will need to provide proof of your income, property, debts and savings, and sometimes proof of your family`s. You must also bring all documents related to your legal problem (court documents, letters, invoices, etc.). The mission of the Clinique Droit de cité is to support marginalized people in order to help them improve their legal situation or defend their rights.

Table of contribution levels The contribution is based on assumed income in increments ranging from $100 to a maximum of $800. Please note, however, that the contribution cannot exceed the amount corresponding to the cost of legal aid for the services required. Here is a list of free and low-cost services offered by lawyers, notaries, legal clinics and other organizations. In some cases, legal aid may be granted for services aimed at resolving a case without resorting to the courts, such as mediation. Only low-income individuals and families are eligible for legal aid. In addition, legal aid does not cover all legal services. Law school graduates must participate in the program, which provides free legal advice to those who do not qualify for legal aid, under the supervision of experienced lawyers. Provides very low-cost legal services to people who are denied legal aid but are unable to pay to defend their rights. Certain eligibility criteria apply. CAIJ was founded primarily to help members of the Barreau du Québec, the judiciary and lawyers support their clients.

As a broker, CAIJ provides its members with all the legal information they need thanks to the strength of its network. The president of the Barreau du Québec, Catherine Claveau, said it would be “the largest student law clinic and the only legal clinic with mandatory attendance for law students in North America and the Francophonie.” In Quebec, low-income individuals and families can get legal aid at little or no cost. You must follow certain steps and meet certain conditions to be eligible. Under legal aid, Quebec residents who meet certain criteria can use the services of a lawyer (and sometimes a notary) free of charge or at low cost. If the financial situation of the applicant and his/her family exceeds one of the three free legal aid ceilings (income, assets and liquidity), the applicant may still be entitled to legal aid, provided that he/she contributes to the costs. There is a $50 fee to begin the process. It is deducted from the amount due. Some legal services are never covered by legal aid. For example, you can`t get legal help to sue someone for defamation. As a rule, your income from the previous year is taken into account.

For example, if you apply for legal aid in 2019, your income for 2018 will be taken into account. If you need legal information or advice on a specific situation or legal representation, here is a short list of contact points: More information on the CAP: caplegal.ca/en/ Below is a non-exhaustive list of Community legal organisations that may meet your needs. There are other organizations that might be able to help you. If the organizations listed below do not meet your needs, visit the Legal Compass website, a directory of all organizations in Quebec. Legal advice is provided by students in the final phase of their education. Participation in the clinic is a prerequisite for all students, who are supervised by experienced lawyers during the process. Students will initially offer advice in civil law, family law, housing and social services — the most pressing needs, Claveau said — but the scope of the project will eventually expand into other areas. Anyone accused of a crime, who is not represented by a lawyer and who is not entitled to legal aid can contact the Law Societies of Québec`s Criminal Info-Law Line to have a short telephone conversation with a lawyer. The lawyer in charge provides legal information about the criminal and criminal justice system and the impact of the accused`s various decisions on the trial. The service is offered free of charge, in a non-urgent context and once per file. The line is available Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm (not available on weekends and holidays).

To contact Info-Droit criminel: 888 954-9447. To be eligible for legal aid, you must apply for services covered by the Legal Aid Act. A lawyer will review your case to decide if the legal services you need are covered. Novalex Legal Clinic is a non-profit organization that provides pro bono legal services to eligible individuals, NPOs and social enterprises. CliquezJustice.ca is the national French-language legal information website that helps Canadians understand their rights and responsibilities in order to better manage day-to-day legal issues. The total amount is the assumed income used to determine whether the applicant is entitled to legal aid against payment of a contribution. Any established lawyer can also represent you if they accept legal aid cases. If you make an appointment in this situation, it is important to mention that you are entitled to legal aid. The Young Bar of Montreal offers free legal services to the public: assistance in preparing for hearings, telephone legal clinic, on-site small claims mediation, legal information service at the Montreal Court of Justice and Let`s Talk Law service for 12 to 20 year olds. If you need legal information about a specific situation, you can contact one of the community justice centres in Quebec. You are at Éducaloi is a neutral and independent organization with recognized expertise in legal education and clear legal communication.

His task is to explain the law to Quebecers in everyday language and to improve their legal skills. The Clinique juridique du Barreau du Québec contributes to the accessibility of justice to the public and offers experiential learning to students at the École du Barreau. By offering free, simple and effective services, the clinic is a convenient gateway to the justice system. The Quebec Legal Aid Act was passed in 1972. It created the Commission des services juridiques and defined its scope of action, which covers both criminal and civil law. In 1996, the system underwent a complete reform. Financial eligibility limits were raised and new legislation made it possible to qualify for contribution-based legal aid. The law also made changes to coverage. The Quebec system remains a mixed system of mutual legal assistance and legal assistance for staff.

Applications for legal aid are received and processed at local legal aid centres and offices throughout Quebec. The Legal Aid Bureau lawyer who has determined that you are entitled to legal aid can take over your case and represent you. First, the legal aid service determines which category the applicant belongs to – e.g. single persons, spouses with a child – in order to determine at what stage to be taken into account in determining entitlement to free legal aid.