New HampshireDepartment of JusticeOffice of the Attorney General

Civil Law BureauFrequently Asked Questions

Questions asked of the Civil Law Bureau..

How can I find a lawyer in a civil matter when I don't have any money?

How do I talk to a lawyer concerning my problem?

How do I get a copy of a New Hampshire law?

Is there is a law in New Hampshire concerning a particular matter?

back to topHow can I find a lawyer in a civil matter when I don't have any money?

The following organizations may be able to help you:

  • Legal Advice and Referral Center at 1-800-639-5290;
  • Lawyer Referral Service of the New Hampshire Bar Association at (603) 229-0002;
  • Franklin Pierce Law Center, Civil Practice Clinic at (603) 225-3350;
  • New Hampshire Legal Assistance at 1-800-562-3174;
  • New Hampshire Trial Lawyers Association at 1-800-491-5454; and
  • Disabilities Rights Center at (603) 228-0432 or 1-800-834-1721.

back to topHow do I talk to a lawyer concerning my problem?

Contact Law line at 1-800-868-1212 on the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 6-8 p.m. for free legal advice.

back to topHow do I get a copy of a New Hampshire law?

  • Contact the New Hampshire State Library, Reference and Information Services at (603) 271-2144; or
  • Go to your local library to copy the New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated; or
  • See New Hampshire Revised Statutes Online.

back to topIs there is a law in New Hampshire concerning a particular matter?

Contact a lawyer using the referrals referenced above, the New Hampshire State Library, Reference and Information Services or see New Hampshire Revised Statutes Online.

New Hampshire Department of Justice
1 Granite Place South | Concord, NH | 03301
Telephone: 603-271-3658