Free Legal Advice for Sandy Victims

After six months of applying for insurance payments, government grants, aid and loans, all while living away from home or only on a second floor, some residents whose homes were flooded by Sandy may feel they need a lawyer.

For those contemplating that option, there is free legal advice available through a few different resources.

One resource is the New Jersey State Bar Association, which provides free legal advice as well as a free booklet about a myriad of Sandy-related issues in an easy-to-read format.

Residents who cannot afford to pay an attorney can call the association's help line to request free legal assistance at 888-541-1900 or visit the association's web site.

Or visit the website for Volunteer Lawyers for Justice or this website for "Pro Bono" lawyers for additional options on where to turn for free legal advice.