Bankruptcy Self-Help Clinic—Chapter 7 Debtors Only
In-person: U.S. Courthouse, Room 153, 517 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202, Ph: (414) 297-3291 x 3204
Online via Zoom: to make a Zoom appointment call 414-278-3965. Available on Thursdays, 9-11AM.
Program Limitations: The service is provided on a first come, first served basis. Due to increased volume, it is possible that if you do not come early, you may not be seen. There will be a sign-in form inside room 153 and each person will be called in turn. The service is available to chapter 7 debtors (or people considering filing chapter 7 bankruptcy) who wish to proceed pro se (i.e., do not have a lawyer to represent them in a bankruptcy case).
Services Provided: Assistance with completing the required bankruptcy paperwork.
What to Bring: A list of all property/possessions and their resale values; list of all debts (creditor name and address, account number and amount due); payroll advices and documentation of all other sources of income for prior six months; current mortgage and auto loan statements; all lawsuit papers; all loan contracts or leases; two prior years’ tax returns; three months of bank statements and a budget.
Services Provided: Representation for Chapter 7 debtors. In-person intake Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30PM and on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 9:30-11:30AM.
Legal Action of Wisconsin, 633 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2000, Milwaukee, WI 53203, Ph: 414-278-7722 or 855-947-2629
Services Provided: Representation on bankruptcy and consumer matters.
Services Provided: Representation on bankruptcy matters. For more information and to see if you qualify for these reduced fee services, fill out the questionnaire on their website.
Services Provided: Representation on chapter 128 receivership matters. For more information and to see if you qualify for these reduced fee services, fill out the questionnaire on their website.
Free forms assistance on family issues such as divorce, child support/placement/custody, modifications, and name changes.
I need legal advice or representation…
Centro Legal, 611 W. National Ave., 103, Ph: 414-384-7900
Services Provided: Low cost legal representation in family law cases. Services in English and Spanish. Free family law consultations on Wednesday afternoons from 1-4PM by appointment only. To make an appointment call on Monday morning.
Civitas, 2618 W. Greenfield Ave., Ph: 414-949-5266 – request assistance via the website
Services Provided: Low cost legal representation in family law cases, including paternity, custody/placement, support, divorce, post-judgment, contempt, grandparent visitation, and domestic abuse restraining orders. While domestic abuse is not a practice area, Civitas frequently works with victims and their advocates on the above referenced family law topics.
Services Provided: Representation on family law cases: child support, custody, divorce, grandparent rights, guardianships, maintenance, and visitations. For more information and to see if you qualify for these reduced fee services, fill out the questionnaire on their website.
Legal Action of Wisconsin , 633 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2000, Milwaukee, WI 53203, Ph: 414-278-7722 or 855-947-2629
Legal Action of Wisconsin – Senior Law , 633 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2000, Milwaukee, WI 53203, Ph: 414-278-1222 (for clients age 60 or older that live in Milwaukee Co.)
Services Provided: Representation related to housing and consumer law issues (Senior Law), including those who are victims of a crime (Elder Rights Project). Contact via phone Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM or in person Tuesdays 9:00-11:00AM and Thursdays 1:00-4:00PM.
Services Provided: Consumer assistance on matters such as vehicle loans or credit card debt with extortionist interest rates and any legal matter where someone has been duped in a financial transaction. In-person intake Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:30-3:30PM and on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 9:30-11:30AM.
Services Provided: Representation related to construction contracts, consumer fraud, identity theft, and insurance disputes. For more information and to see if you qualify for these reduced fee services, fill out the questionnaire on their website.
State Bar of Wisconsin Appellate Help Desk – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 414-671-9041 Email: appellatehelp@gmail.com
Services Provided: For unrepresented parties in Wisconsin civil (non-criminal) appeals. Answer questions about how state appellate courts work, provide information on court rules/procedures/ terms/ pending cases/court deadlines, direct to court forms, and check forms for completeness.
Services Provided: Free legal guidance (up to two hours) in federal civil lawsuits in which you represent yourself, including: civil rights violations, Social Security, employment discrimination, and other federal civil cases.
This form must be submitted before you can receive assistance. No walk ins.
Legal Action of Wisconsin – Senior Law, 633 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2000, Milwaukee, WI 53203, Ph: 414-278-1222 (for clients age 60 or older that live in Milwaukee Co.)
Services Provided: Representation related to elder (financial, physical, emotional, or neglect) abuse. Contact via phone Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM or in person Tuesdays 9:00-11:00AM and Thursdays 1:00-4:00PM.
Services Provided: This in-person clinic can prepare a basic will, power of attorney for finances, power of attorney for health care, and a living will. This program does not assist with Medicaid planning, living trusts, special needs trusts, or transferring property owned by someone who has passed away.
Services Provided: Representation on matters relating to powers of attorney. For more information and to see if you qualify for these reduced fee services, fill out the questionnaire on their website.
Vivent Health, 820 N. Plankinton Ave., Ph: 414- 225-1578 or 800-359-9272
Services Provided: Free representation and counseling to people with HIV/AIDS on creating powers of attorney. Call for appointments.
Legal Action of Wisconsin, 633 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2000, Milwaukee, WI 53203, Ph: 414-278-7722 or 855-947-2629
Services Provided: Real estate & deeds assistance referrals appropriate where client has legal issues involving the purchase, sale, or transfer real estate.
Free mediation for small claims actions, 2nd and 3rd causes of action in eviction cases, and other matters that could result in avoiding court filings (e.g., neighbor disputes that are not yet harassment orders).
Legal Action of Wisconsin – Low Income Tax Clinic (LITC), 633 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2000, Milwaukee, WI 53203, Ph: 414-274-3400 or 855-502-2468
Services Provided: LAW’s LITC does not assist in any criminal tax matters, any tax return preparation, or state tax matters. LITC does not answer any tax questions over the phone.
LITC attorneys, a certified public accountant, and enrolled agents provide free help to low-income taxpayers from any Wisconsin county on IRS tax matters, including:IRS Audits, IRS Appeals, and Tax Court • IRS Collection, including liens and levies • Offers in Compromise and installment agreements • Earned Income Credit, and other credits • Filing Status & Dependents • Affordable Care Act tax issues • Innocent or Injured Spouse Status • Independent Contractor/Employee worker classification
Services Provided: This in-person clinic can prepare a basic will, power of attorney for finances, power of attorney for health care, and a living will. This program does not assist with Medicaid planning, living trusts, special needs trusts, or transferring property owned by someone who has passed away.
Services Provided: Representation in creating wills. For more information and to see if you qualify for these reduced fee services, fill out the questionnaire on their website.
Vivent Health, 820 N. Plankinton Ave., Ph: 414- 225-1578 or 800-359-9272
Services Provided: Free representation and counseling to people with HIV/AIDS in creating simple wills. Call for appointments.
