Legal Aid of Western Missouri
Free civil legal help for Lee's Summit-area veterans from Legal Aid of Western Missouri, the legal-aid organization serving Lee's Summit, MO. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, housing, and consumer issues.
Eligibility
Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
How to apply
Summarized from the program's official site (lawmo.org), checked Aug 7, 2026. Always confirm details with the program.
- Apply for Legal Aid online using the site’s “Apply for Legal Aid Online” option.
- Contact Legal Aid directly to learn about services and find out if they can assist with your legal issue.
- Use the service area map, county list, or office locations to reach the office that serves your area.
- Do not pay or provide bank account details online or over the phone; the site states Legal Aid does not charge for legal services.
Contact
- Call the VA Benefits Hotline at 1-800-827-1000Can point you to records requests and discharge-review resources.
Next step
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Source: Stateside Legal, a Pine Tree Legal Assistance project for the military community. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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