What should I do if I can’t afford a lawyer but don’t qualify for legal aid in BC?

You can still get help.

On this website, you can use Ask JES to get answers to your legal questions.

• The BC Legal Referral Service offers a free 15 and 30 minute consultation with a lawyer or notary.  
• The Everyone Legal Clinic provides lower-cost, fixed-fee services.
• BC Advocates provide legal help assistance and in some cases representation for income qualified clients on a range of legal issues.
• Staff at Courthouse Libraries BC provide free assistance to the public and BC Justice Access Centres can provide information about court forms and processes.

See “How can I get free or low cost legal help?” and "How do I find a BC lawyer or legal clinic near me?".