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MSLA "What's Next Text" Program
The Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA) has launched its new “What’s Next Text” program, offering quick, step-by-step legal guidance via text message for common civil legal issues
How it works
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Text “START” to one of the provided numbers to get tailored legal tips directly to your phone.
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Each number is dedicated to a specific legal topic, so you can choose the one that matches your
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situation.
Available topics and numbers
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Amend Parenting Plan: 4064303127
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Divorce without Kids: 4064301982
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Emancipation: 4064307177
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Eviction: 4063247880
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Expungement: 4064308585
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Probate: 4064305078
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Rental Repair: 4064308275
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Security Deposit: 4064301992 Montana Legal Services Association
Who can use it
MLSA assists Montanans with civil legal issues. The program is designed for people who need quick, accessible guidance but may not be ready to call a lawyer immediately.
If you need more help
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Call MLSA directly: 18006666899
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Apply online: MontanaLawHelp.org Montana Legal Services Association
This service is part of MLSA’s broader mission to protect and enhance the civil legal rights of Montanans, especially those living in poverty.
Montana Bar Association Lawyer Referral & Information Service
LRIS refers people to Montana lawyers.
406-449-6577
Montana Law Help
You can find information about legal problems, divorce, parenting plans, landlord/tenant issues & public benefits. Also use LiveHelp feature to assist in finding the information you need.
Montana Legal Services Association
Websites run by MLSA:
MontanaLawHelp Legal forms and information
MTCrimeVictimHelp Resource for victims of a crime
MontanaDebtOptions Tool for those experiencing wage garnishment or those who are being contacted by debt collectors; it also has a tool to calculate how much your wages can be garnished
AskKarla MLSA qualified individuals can ask a legal question online and a volunteer attorney will send a response via email
mtlsa.org MLSA main page
Additional resources:
https://www.mtlsa.org/legal-information/
Applicants can apply for free legal help from MLSA at www.mtlsa.org 24/7 or by calling the Helpline at 1 (800) 666-6899, Tuesday through Thursday, 9am to 1pm. If applicants are not able to reach a representative by phone, they can apply online or try us again during operating hours.