Resources for Legal Assistance
Free Legal Resources in Southern New Jersey
Are you looking for information regarding civil legal matters—non-criminal matters involving protection or enforcement of private rights? Do you have civil rights, domestic violence, employment, government benefits, health, housing, or immigration questions? Below you will find free, helpful resources to get you started. You can also find free information on a wide range of topics at My Resource Pal.
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Civil Legal Matters (Self-Help)
Civil Rights
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Domestic Violence
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New Jersey Address Confidentiality Program: 877-218-9133
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New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence – Services/Shelter Locator by County
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New Jersey Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-572-7233
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National Domestic Violence Videophone Hotline for Deaf: 855-812-1001
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Employment
Government Assistance and Benefits
Health
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New Jersey Department of Human Services Directory of Mental Health Services
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New Jersey Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
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Housing
Immigration
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LGBTQ+
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LGBTQ+ Freedom Fund (payment of bail)
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LGBTQ+ National Senior Hotline: 888-234-7243 • Hours of operation listing
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NJ PRISM 24/7 staffed hotline for referrals: 844-657-7476
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Returning Citizens
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Utilities
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You can get connected to additional South Jersey-based resources at MyResourcePal.org, brought to you by the Camden Coalition.