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Aging Out Guide
- A resource guide for youth in northeast Kansas, this book describes benefits, services, and opportunities for young people aging out of foster care. The guide also details how to open a bank account, how to apply for a job, how to get an apartment, etc.
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Free Legal Information from Nolo
- This site offers a large amount of free legal information, though it often steers you toward their books. The books are usually available in your public library so you won't have to buy them. This is a great place to start when looking for basic information on just about any legal topic.
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Consumer
Disability Rights
Employment
Family Law
Health Care
Housing
Public Benefits
General
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Low Cost Legal Help
- The American Legal Resource Center assists those who do not want to pay the standard high cost of retaining competent legal services. We help Americans from all walks of life and do not discriminate based on individual circumstances. Our mission is to help Americans find low cost, competent legal assistance in their own state.
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Name Change
- This site gives information and forms about changing your name in Kansas. There is a fee to petition the court for a name change, as well as many reporting requirements to inform your creditors of the change. It may be done without an attorney but it may be helpful to consult with a lawyer who works in this area to make sure you're doing it according to the statute.
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Miscellaneous
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Podcasts on a Variety of Topics
- Nolo, the national leader in user-friendly legal information, produces many free podcasts on a variety of topics that are useful to the general public. The main site also has free information, again in easy to understand language.
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Pro Bono (Free) Attorneys
- The Kansas Bar Association recognizes attorneys who provide free legal services to those who cannot afford them. If you are in need of a free attorney, you may try contacting one of these past recipients of the Pro Bono Award. However, your best bet it to contact Kansas Legal Services to find out if you qualify for free or low cost assistance.
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Small Claims Court Help
- This brochure will give you the information you need to represent yourself in Small Claims Court. It will answer your questions about whether your claim belongs in that court and how to file your claim.
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Consumer Laws
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Small Claims Court Information from the Attorney General
- This brochure is put out by the Attorney General's Office and provides additional information on legal terms and the court process. It's a great way to get started on your own.
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Small Claims Court
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Small Claims Court Q & A
- Kansas small claims court was established in 1973 to provide a simple, informal procedure for people to settle smaller legal problems cheaply and quickly. Americans have always had the right to represent themselves in a courtroom. In small claims court, the parties represent themselves on small legal matters without attorneys.
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Small Claims Court
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The Road Ahead
- This is an interactive resource book for children ages 6 - 10 who are going through Child In Need of Care and the foster care system.
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