Resources

Court Resources

The legal system can be complex and confusing. As court advocates, we can help you fill out paperwork for an Order of Protection or Crime Victim Compensation, and provide emotional support at court hearings.

Legal and State resources

If you need an attorney but cannot afford one, we’re still here to support you. Please call Amy at 406-261-9077. She is happy to walk you through the links below to help you get connected with the resources you need.

Self Help Law Center

Find information: understand legal rights and resolve legal problems without an attorney.

406-752-3397

https://courts.mt.gov/selfhelp/NorthWestRegion

Montana Law Help

Find information: Access articles, forms, information about Montana courts.

www.montanalawhelp.org

Montana Legal Services

Find legal help: Apply for pro-bono assistance through the Montana Legal Services Association.

Apply for legal help: https://www.mtlsa.org/apply-for-services/

Montana Hope Card

Hope Cards are wallet-sized; they are intended as a convenient way for people who have permanent Orders of Protection to keep relevant information with them at all times.

www.dojmt.gov/victim-services/hope-card/

Crime Victim Compensation

The Crime Victim Compensation Program can help with loss of wages, medical expenses, and funeral expenses incurred as the result of personal injury crimes.

www.dojmt.gov/victims/crime-victim-compensation

Ask Karla

Find answers: Ask basic legal questions and receive legal advice from volunteer pro bono attorneys.

www.askkarla.org

Court resources

If you have any questions about which court to file in, please call Amy (406-261-9077) or Megan (406-471-1545). They are happy to connect you to local resources.