Savage Courts and legal help in New York
Savage Lex is not a law firm and this is general legal information, not legal advice. Court addresses, filing fees and hours change often — confirm anything below with the clerk of court before you rely on it.
Find your courthouse in New York
New York’s judicial branch publishes the official directory of trial courts. It is the authoritative source for which court hears your case and where to file:
Official New York court locator
Free and low-cost legal aid in New York
8 verified organizations serving New York. Most have income limits and case-type restrictions, so call before you go.
Legal Aid Society of New York City
Statewide
Legal Services NYC
Statewide
Legal Assistance of Western New York (LawNY)
Statewide
Neighborhood Legal Services (Buffalo)
Statewide
Nassau/Suffolk Law Services
Statewide
Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York
Statewide
Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York
Statewide
New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG)
Statewide
If you’re representing yourself in New York
Court staff can tell you which forms to file and what the deadlines are — they cannot tell you what to say or predict an outcome. Ask the clerk for the self-help or pro se desk; many courts have one. Bring every document you have been served, and write down the case number before you call.