Memphis Area Legal Services
Free civil legal help for Memphis-area veterans from Memphis Area Legal Services, the legal-aid organization serving Memphis, TN. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, housing, and consumer issues.
Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (malsi.org), checked Aug 14, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- free legal advice and representationLow-income, disabled, and elderly clients in legal crises that threaten self-sufficiency or quality of life in Fayette, Lauderdale, Shelby and Tipton counties.
- Saturday Legal ClinicClients needing legal advice, including on consumer issues and landlord/tenant matters.
- General Sessions Courthouse ClinicPeople seeking legal clinic help at the General Sessions Courthouse.
- Memphis Fair Housing CenterPeople seeking fair housing help through the Memphis Fair Housing Center.
Eligibility
Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
How to reach them
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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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