2SLGBTQIA+ Legal Clinic

Q: Do the volunteer attorneys understand 2SLGBTQIA+ issues?

Many of our volunteer attorneys are members of the 2S LGBTQ IA + communit y . They also receive special ized train ing on legal issues commonly faced by 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals , ensuring a supportive and affirming experience .

Q: How long are the legal consultations?

Each consultation lasts 30 minutes . In some cases, we may be able to offer longer appointments if needed.

Q: How do I contact QLaw Foundation for help or questions?

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We provide free 30-minute phone consultations with volunteer attorneys for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals across Washington State. Appointments are held on the 1st Friday and 3rd Monday of each month.

These consultations can help you:

Understand your legal issue,
Learn about your options and next steps,
Get help filling out legal forms,
Receive legal resources or referrals.

Please note: Our volunteer attorneys cannot represent you in court or handle your case directly.

Get the Intake Form

How to get a consultation

Make sure your issue is a civil legal matter.

We are only able to help with civil legal issues, like housing, family law, name or gender marker changes, employment, or immigration—not criminal cases. If you’re unsure what type of issue you have, check our FAQ section or contact us for help.

Fill out our Legal Support Request form.

This form helps us collect your contact information and a few details about your legal concern. Once you submit it, we’ll send you a confirmation email with the estimated wait time for the next steps.

Complete the full intake form after we’ve processed the Support Request.

After we review your request, you’ll receive an email with a link to our Legal Consultation Intake Form. In this form, you will:

• Share basic information about yourself (for grant and reporting purposes only — it won’t affect your access to services)
• Choose a preferred clinic date and time
• Select the legal issue that best describes your situation
• Describe your legal issue in detail
• Let us know if there are any upcoming deadlines
• List anyone else involved in the issue (the “adverse party”)

Wait for your appointment confirmation.

Once your intake is reviewed and we schedule your consultation; we’ll send you an email with your appointment details. Once your intake is reviewed and we schedule your consultation; we’ll send you an email with your appointment details.

(Optional) Share documents with us.

If you have papers or other info you would like the attorney to review ahead of time, you can email them to us using the case-specific email address we’ll provide in your appointment confirmation email.

Get the Intake Form

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the volunteer attorneys understand 2SLGBTQIA+ issues?Dev Comms Manager2025-10-14T17:58:13-07:00

Do the volunteer attorneys understand 2SLGBTQIA+ issues?

Many of our volunteer attorneys are members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. They also receive specialized training on legal issues commonly faced by 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, ensuring a supportive and affirming experience.

Do you offer language, safety or disability accommodations?Dev Comms Manager2025-08-26T14:38:01-07:00

Do you offer language, safety or disability accommodations?

Yes! We are committed to making our services accessible.

We offer:

Phone consultations (with other options available if needed)

Interpreters for most languages, including ASL

Disability accommodations

Support for people without a safe space to talk

Just let us know your needs when you fill out the Legal Support Request Form or contact us directly.

What issues are outside the scope of this program?Dev Comms Manager2025-10-14T17:58:30-07:00

What issues are outside the scope of this program?

Volunteer attorneys cannot:

Represent you in court

Help with criminal law (e.g., arrests, trials, warrants, charges, etc.)

Provide help with non-legal matters (e.g., filling out benefits applications)

How long are the legal consultations? Dev Comms Manager2025-08-26T14:37:51-07:00

How long are the legal consultations?

Each consultation lasts 30 minutes. In some cases, we may be able to offer longer appointments if needed.

What legal issues can volunteer attorneys help with?Dev Comms Manager2025-10-14T17:58:51-07:00

What legal issues can volunteer attorneys help with?

We assist with civil legal issues — not criminal cases. Below are the main areas we cover:

Consumer

Bankruptcy and debt help

Credit and loan problems

Contracts and warranties

Unfair sales or collection practices

Education

School access or discipline

Issues in public or private schools

Student financial aid

Employment

Job discrimination

Wage theft or unpaid wages

Tax and EITC questions

Agricultural worker rights

Family

Divorce or separation

Custody and visitation

Adoption, name change, guardianship

Domestic abuse and parental rights

Juvenile

Emancipation

Minor guardianship

Neglect or abuse issues

Juvenile delinquency

Health

Medicaid/Medicare

Disability or long-term care

Private health insurance

Children’s health coverage

Housing

Tenant rights and evictions

Public housing issues

Discrimination in housing

Mortgage or foreclosure problems

Income & Benefits

Social Security (SSDI/SSI)

Unemployment or Veterans benefits

Food stamps (SNAP), TANF

Individual Rights

Gender marker/name changes

Disability or mental health rights

Civil rights or discrimination

Immigration/naturalization

Expungement of criminal records

Other Legal Issues (Misc.)

Wills and estate planning

Protection orders

Personal injury or medical malpractice

Legal help for nonprofits

Does my legal issue have to relate to my 2SLGBTQIA+ identity?Dev Comms Manager2025-10-14T17:59:50-07:00

Does my legal issue have to relate to my 2SLGBTQIA+ identity?

No. We are here to support 2SLGBTQIA+ community members with any civil legal issue, whether or not it’s directly related to your identity.

How do I contact QLaw Foundation for help or questions?Dev Comms Manager2025-08-26T14:37:28-07:00

How do I contact QLaw Foundation for help or questions?

You can reach us by:

Phone: (206) 483-2725 ext. 102

Online Contact Form.

Please note that this is not a hotline. If you cannot reach us, please leave a detailed voicemail and a staff member will respond within 2-3 business days.