Resources
Restore Louisiana Ownership Appeal
Denied a Restore LA Grant because you could not show ownership? On appeal, Restore LA now allows you to submit self-certified statements to prove you own your home. If you submitted a statement like the example below for FEMA, you can also use that one. With your...
Changes to Restore Louisiana’s Rental Assistance Policies
Restore Louisiana recently made changes to its rental assistance policies. These changes mean fewer people will receive rental assistance while their homes are being repaired. This change even affects people who were told orally by Restore Louisiana that they would...
2024 Federal Tax Filing Season: What You Need to Know
ISSUES FOR THE 2024 FEDERAL INCOME TAX FILING SEASON You can now file your federal and state income tax returns for 2023. Here's what you should know: The state of Louisiana does not regulate tax preparers. If you need a tax preparer, choose carefully. Some tax...
FEMA’s Trailer and Temporary Housing Program Will Last Until Feb. 29, 2024, for Survivors of Hurricanes Ida, Delta, or Laura
FEMA’s trailer and temporary housing program will last until Feb. 29, 2024, for survivors of Hurricanes Ida, Delta, or Laura. Here are three important things you need to remember: You must pay rent to stay in your trailer or unit. FEMA always charges a whole month of...
FEMA Will Start Increasing Rent for FEMA Trailers on June 1, 2023
The information provided on this post does not, and is not intended to, represent legal advice. All information available on this site is for general informational purposes only. If you need legal help, you should contact a lawyer. You may be eligible for our free...
Hundreds of Thousands in Louisiana will Lose Medicaid Soon
Updated May 1, 2023 The information provided on this post does not, and is not intended to, represent legal advice. All information available on this site is for general informational purposes only. If you need legal help, you should contact a lawyer. You may be...
Updates to the Restore Louisiana Program
The information provided on this post does not, and is not intended to, represent legal advice. All information available on this site is for general informational purposes only. If you need legal help, you should contact a lawyer. You may be eligible for our free...
Know Your Rights: Getting a Car or Truck Loan
The information provided on this post does not, and is not intended to, represent legal advice. All information available on this site is for general informational purposes only. If you need legal help, you should contact a lawyer. You may be eligible for our free...
Know Your Rights: Garnishment
The information provided on this post does not, and is not intended to, represent legal advice. All information available on this site is for general informational purposes only. If you need legal help, you should contact a lawyer. You may be eligible for our free...
Online Self-Help Tools and Legal Information
Louisiana Law Help
Louisiana Law Help is a guide to free civil legal services for low-income persons and seniors in Louisiana. This site provides legal education materials and tools that give you basic information on a number of legal problems, and in some cases, detailed instructions and forms to help you represent yourself in court.
Louisiana Civil Legal Navigator
The Louisiana Civil Legal Navigator can help you get customized legal information, local court forms, referrals to legal aid, and more. Now available for Divorce, Child Custody, Employment Law, and private Landlord-Tenant Law.
Legal Aid Disaster Resource Center
The Legal Aid Disaster Resource Center provides legal resources and critical information for legal aid professionals, pro bono volunteers, and the disaster survivors they assist.