About Us
Who We Are
Bay Area Legal Services opened its doors in 1967 to provide free civil legal services to low-income Tampa Bay area residents.
We provide all of our services free of charge thanks to the generosity of the community.
Creating pathways to justice
Through high-quality legal services, education, and community partnerships.
Your Contributions at Work
In 2025, Bay Area Legal Services:
Helped
15,808
individuals, families & community groups
Assisted
4,890
households facing foreclosure & eviction
Aided
1,783
survivors of domestic violence in gaining safety from their abusers
Helped
5,518
seniors preserve housing, fight exploitation & more
Meet Our Clients
With Bay Area Legal it wasn’t just that I got a lawyer: I got friends, and I got the support I needed for my children, which went beyond what any other lawyer would do.
Success Story
Get Free Legal Help
Talk to a real person about your civil legal problem.
- Contact us
- Eligibility review
- We decide if we can take your case
Services are free if you quality. Call Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., or apply online anytime for non-emergency legal matters. Language interpreters are available to you at no cost. Wait times for the helplines can vary.
Statewide Legal Helplines
If you live or have a case in Florida, we may be able to help.
Upcoming Legal Clinics
Typically, the first Tuesday of every month.
08:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Hillsborough
Typically, the 2nd Friday of the month.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Hillsborough