Maine Tenants Information

courtesy of Pine Tree Legal Assistance


Pine Tree Legal Assistance is a non-profit corporation providing legal assistance to people in the State of Maine whose income is one hundred twenty-five percent of the federal income poverty guidelines or less.


OFFICES

Pine Tree serves clients throughout the State of Maine from offices in Portland, Augusta, Bangor, Presque Isle and an intake office in Machias. Pine Tree also manages the Volunteer Lawyers Proect which provides assistance to eligible clients in certain cases from private attorneys throughout the state.


MORE INFORMATION

Pine Tree Legal Assistance is a 501(c)(3) organization providing legal assistance to low income people throughout the State of Maine. It receives funding from the Legal Services Corporation, the Maine Bar Foundation and from private contributions. If you would like to pledge a financial contribution, or to receive a brochure with more information about Pine Tree, please e-mail us your name and address below.


VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Both Pine Tree Legal Assistance and the Volunteer Lawyers Project rely on volunteers in the provision of services to low income people calling for assistance from throughout Maine. Volunteers are responsible for answering in-coming calls. Volunteers are trained to interview clients, determine the facts of the case, and provide information, referrals and assistance.

LEGAL EXPERIENCE IS NOT NECESSARY. Training, reading materials, and supervision are provided. Quick learners with strong communication skills and a sensitivity to low income issues are encouraged to contact Chuck Henegar at the VLP, either directly or by e-mail.