Legal Services Referrals

Reference librarians cannot provide patrons with legal advice or help patrons make decisions regarding legal rights and liabilities. Reference librarians also cannot interpret statutes, cases, or any other materials for patrons. If you need professional legal assistance, the Law Library will refer you to the services listed on this page.

Legal Services in Essex County (PDF)

Legal Services in Camden County (PDF)

More Legal Help at Rutgers
Visit our Legal Assistance page for other programs.

Legal Service Highlights

Explore our curated selection of New Jersey resources for affordable attorney referrals and legal aid. Scroll down for the full directory of Camden and Newark contacts.

Attorney Referrals

The New Jersey State Bar Association provides attorney referrals through its county affiliates. Many counties, including Essex and Camden, offer 30-minute consultations at rates no higher than $30. If a participating attorney is available, they will evaluate the matter and advise on legal options. Click on the links above or call 732-249-5000.

Rutgers Law Associates

Rutgers Law Associates offers affordable legal help to moderate-income New Jerseyans. Their fellows collaborate with supervising attorneys to serve clients in diverse practice areas, including child custody, landlord-tenant, immigration matters, and employment discrimination. Call 856-225-6088 for Camden or 973-353-2564 for Newark.

Rutgers Legal Clinics

Rutgers clinics provide legal assistance across a spectrum of specialties, including special education, child advocacy, immigrant rights, and business law for startups. Browse the clinic page for a full list of options.

Legal Services of New Jersey

LSNJ operates a hotline for low-income New Jerseyans. Call 888-576-5529 for free information, advice, and referrals in civil matters. Visit their YouTube channel to check out educational self-help videos.