Educational how-to
How to see if Legal Aid Ontario may help
This page is a public educational walkthrough. It is not a retainer, a court form, or a promise about your result. For legal advice, you should contact an appropriate Lawyer or Paralegal specializing in the area of law you need assistance with.
Legal Aid Ontario is a separate organization
Eligibility and certificates are LAO processes. Know The Law does not apply for you.
Have the problem type and finances ready
Criminal, family and refugee screening differs. Apply on LAO channels.
Official law on this site: legal-aid.
Disclaimer: Know The Law publishes legal information for the public, not legal advice. Court forms, fees and filing channels change. Read the official statute text and the official form page linked from this guide before you act. We do not represent you and we do not file documents for you. For legal advice, you should contact an appropriate Lawyer or Paralegal specializing in the area of law you need assistance with.