Free Legal Aid
Organizations that provide free legal assistance to those who cannot afford a lawyer
Constitutional Right: Section 36(6)(c) of the 1999 Constitution guarantees every person charged with a criminal offence the right to legal representation. If you cannot afford a lawyer, the state shall provide one.
Legal Aid Council of Nigeria
FreeFree legal representation for indigent persons in criminal matters, legal advice, and alternative dispute resolution.
Nigerian Bar Association (Pro Bono)
FreePro bono legal services through the NBA's network of volunteer lawyers across all states.
Network of University Legal Aid Institutions (NULAI)
FreeLegal aid clinics run by university law faculties providing free legal services supervised by qualified lawyers.
FIDA Nigeria (International Federation of Women Lawyers)
FreeFree legal assistance to women and children, including family law, domestic violence, and inheritance matters.
Citizens Mediation Centre (Lagos State)
FreeFree mediation services for civil disputes in Lagos State, including landlord/tenant, family, and debt matters.
Public Interest Law Partnership (PILP)
FreePublic interest litigation and legal advocacy on human rights, environmental justice, and good governance.
Matters Covered by Legal Aid
How to Get Help
- 1Contact the legal aid provider directly using the phone numbers above
- 2Provide details of your legal issue and evidence if available
- 3The provider will assess eligibility based on your income and the nature of the case
- 4If eligible, you will be assigned a lawyer or directed to the appropriate legal clinic
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