Legel Aid is intended to make sure that people who do not have money to pay a lawyer can still have access to the justice system.
Even if you own a house, have a "good" job you may still qualify for Legal Aid to cover all or part of your legal bills. Do not assume you do not qualify. Apply and let Legal Aid tell you.
How you you apply for Legel Aid?
Call and make an appointment if possioble. Then go to your local Legal Aid office and speak to a staff person.
What do you need to bring with you?
-some form of identification such as your social insurance card, driver's licenser. birth certificate or landed immigrant papers.
any documents relating to your case, such as court orders. separation agreements
-proof of income if you have any (3-4 recent pay stubs, welfare cheque stubs or employment Insurance statements)
-proof of monthly expenses and bills (rent receipt, mortgage payment, hydro, gas, car payment receipts of canceled cheques, credit card statements, car insurance bill)
-deed for your house.