North Dakota Pro Bono & Community Legal Resources

North Dakota covers a massive geographical area; however, very few people reside in the state. Indeed, the population of the state of North Dakota hovers right around 646,000 people. Around 12.1% of them are living at or below the U.S. federal poverty level. Whether they are in Bismarck, Fargo or some other part of the state, such individuals deserve to have their legal rights protected. Without the financial means to hire an attorney, though, many such individuals end up losing their rights. It is critical that low-income or indigent North Dakotans make full use of the community legal resources and pro bono services that are available in the state.

Pro Bono Services in North Dakota

The bulk of the pro bono services that are available in the state of North Dakota are administered by Legal Aid Services of North Dakota, or LSND. Qualifying individuals can receive free legal assistance in civil matters from a selection of skilled and experienced volunteer lawyers.

Legal Services of North Dakota (LSND)
PO Box 1077
Moorhead, MN 56561
Phone: 218.236.6462

Legal Services of North Dakota
PO Box 1893
Bismarck ND 58502
Phone: 701.222.2110

Pro bono services are also available through the State Bar Association of North Dakota, which offers referrals to pro bono services for eligible individuals. By contacting the state bar, indigent and low-income North Dakotans can get on the path to receiving free legal assistance.

State Bar Association of North Dakota
504 North Washington Street
Bismarck, ND 58501
Phone: 701.255.1404


North Dakota Community Legal Resources

As sparse as the population of North Dakota may be, there are several topnotch community legal resources located around the state. The first step to receiving free legal help is making the initial phone call; if you qualify, you will be instructed as to how to proceed. A few of the best options in the state include:

Legal Aid Outreach Offices
Red River Valley Community Action
1013 North Fifth Street
Grand Forks, ND 58203
Phone: 800.450.1823

North Dakota Legal Services Inc.
345 Main Street
New Town, ND 58763
Phone: 701.627.4719

Free legal help is available in North Dakota - you just have to know where to find it.