Get free legal aid and answers to your law questions with the U.S. Legal Aid Assistant. Our AI-powered tool provides instant, easy-to-understand legal information on topics like tenant rights, divorce, and more. Find local legal aid offices and get the clarity you need.

How to Make the Best Use of Your U.S. Legal Aid Assistant

Welcome to your U.S. Legal Aid Assistant! This guide will walk you through the powerful, user-focused features of the app and how to make the most of them.

Core Features

• Plain English Legal Q&A. Ask any legal question in simple terms, and our AI will provide a clear, easy-to-understand answer. This is perfect for getting initial clarity on a legal issue.
• Search History. All your past questions and answers are saved with a timestamp. You can easily revisit a previous search to refresh your memory.
• Saved Notes. For each question, you can write and save personal notes. This is a great way to keep track of your thoughts and important details.

Location-Specific Support

• State & ZIP-Based Customization. Enter your ZIP code to get answers tailored to your state’s laws. This is crucial, as laws can vary significantly from one state to another.
• Local Legal Aid Finder. The app helps you find local legal aid offices using your ZIP code. This connects you with professionals who can provide further assistance.

Smart Legal Topic Navigation

• Topic-Based Suggestions. Not sure where to start? Click on one of the topic tiles—such as “Tenant Rights,” “Workplace Harassment,” or “Divorce”—to see a preset question that can get you started.

User Experience Enhancements

• Bookmark Important Answers. You can “star” any answer you find particularly helpful. These are saved in a “Favorites” tab for easy access.
• Quick Feedback Buttons. Use the “👍” and “👎” buttons to let us know if an answer was helpful. This feedback helps us improve the tool.

Trust & Transparency

• Built-in Disclaimers. Please remember that this tool provides general legal information, not legal advice. For specific issues, it’s always best to consult a licensed attorney.
• Privacy-First Approach. All your notes and search history are stored locally on your device, ensuring your privacy.

Bonus Features

• Export Answer. You can export any answer as a PDF or in a print-friendly format. This is useful for sharing information or keeping a hard copy.

By using these features, you can get the legal clarity you need, right at your fingertips.