Property and Debt - from the Alaska Family Law Self-Help Center. Alaska State Commission for Human Rights. The Alaska Association for Justice is a nonprofit organization comprised of trial lawyers who represent the interests of people who have been injured or who have unfairly suffered due to the negligent action of others. Alaska Judicial Council. Available Child Support Services - by State of Alaska. Edited by Bonnie Rose Hough and Pamela Cardullo Ortiz. Alaska Institute for Justice - 1-877-273-2457. Fairbanks North Star County - Courts Self Help Resources. Legal Resources Websites. The Alaska Court System website has online court forms, including restraining orders, custody, child support, divorce, small claims court, and more. Specifically, ICWA give preference to a member of the child's extended family, other members of the Indian child's Tribe, or other Indian families, in that order.
Foreclosure Prevention Resources. Commonly Asked Questions About Services Animals. Carolyn started her legal career as a staff attorney, providing family law and immigration representation to domestic violence survivors. It sets out the rules and practices of all U. S. jurisdictions for admission to the bar by examination and on motion. Visit the Alaska Court System's Family Law Self Help Center for forms and further information. Legal issues we address include: paternity, adoption, guardianship, domestic abuse, divorce, name change, child custody, and support. If you do not have access to email or fax, you can drop your petition off in a dropbox at your closest court location. The Alaska Bar Association's Adopted Ethics Opinion 93-1 has quite a bit of legalese but explains how Alaska attorneys can provide limited scope services to litigants who represent themselves. You may ask up to three civil legal questions a year.
In addition to listing the certified court reporters and videographers in Alaska, we also include helpful resources such as tips on "Making the Record. Federal government information on disability programs and services nationwide. Alaska Legal Services Corporation works to expand access to legal assistance in family law issues. Alaska Child Support Guidelines Website. ALPS Insurance: This is the Bar-sponsored malpractice insurance program.
It was made specifically for pro se litigants. View and download manuals with information about traffic and motor vehicle laws for operators of private vehicles, commercial vehicles and motorcycles from the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles. Also, if you have low or no income, you have statutory and constitutional rights to an attorney in certain cases including criminal (explained here) and child-in-need-of-aid (CINA) matters. Alaska Law Help - this web site has information on various family law topics, including divorce law, child custody, child support, etc. Alaska Protective Order Laws: Related Resources. Alaska Divorce Resources. Victim's Rights Handbook. Representative Payees. You can watch just the subject you are interested in or watch the whole series. Alaska Native Justice Center. 825 W 4th Ave. Anchorage, AK 99501. Fairbanks Court - 452-9277. The Alaska Network on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault provides legal information, instruction, forms and information about court services and community resources. Private, nonprofit law firm that provides free civil legal assistance to low-income Alaskans.
State Statutory ResourcesIf you wish to review your State's Statutes or Code, click the links below: Alaska Statutes - Alaska State Legislature Infobase. Jeannie Sato graduated from the University of California, Davis school of law in 1994, and then clerked for both the Alaska Supreme Court and the Alaska Court of Appeals. In Alaska, protective orders related to threats or acts of domestic violence remain in effect until the court orders its termination (six months for other acts). Each video averages 3-5 minutes in length. The Judicial Council web site provides information about the section of judges, including a judicial application; the evaluation/retention of judges, including extensive evaluation materials on each retention judge; and Internet versions of all Judicial Council reports. E-file addresses for First, Second, Third & Fourth District. Betty Weinberg Ellerin. Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline for 24/7/365 support at 800-799-7233. National Association of Legal Secretaries of Anchorage. Many Alaskans need help navigating complex family law matters.
This is useful to those trying to find an attorney out of state in a specific area of law practice. Prerequisites: Family Law and ADR courses are very helpful but not required. A child's Tribe has a right to be notified when someone is petitioning to be appointed legal guardian of a minor child, and a right to intervene, just as with adoption cases. Enjoining contacts of domestic violence, communication or entering a propelled vehicle occupied by or possessed by a party; excluding the party from dwelling, award temporary custody; prohibit the respondent from using or possessing weapons; request peace officer accompany petitioner; award custody; prohibit the respondent from consuming controlled substances; pay costs. It also maintains the IOLTA Clearinghouse, which provides information, materials and technical assistance on IOLTA program design and operation. A parent, guardian, or other representative appointed by the court under this section may file a petition for a protective order on behalf of a minor; a court may appoint a guardian ad litem for a minor in proceedings. Child Support Enforcement Abroad - by Office of Child Support Enforcement. Services are provided to members of all protected classes, with special emphasis placed upon under-served areas and populations including Alaska Natives; immigrants; residents who are non-English speaking or have limited English proficiency; rural residents; persons with disabilities; homeless individuals; and persons residing in areas with large concentrations of people of color. District Courts for the District of Alaska: the U. This page is part of the American Bar Association web site.
Northwest ADA Center. Alaska courts are continuing to issue domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking protective orders (also called restraining orders) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The criminal division prosecutes state criminal cases. NOTE: OPA only represents clients when the agency is appointed by the court. Traffic and Motor Vehicle Information. Malpractice Insurance. ALSC has four online resources that provide further assistance for Alaskans looking for answers: Alaska Law Help. Alaska Self Help and Legal Research.
Fall/Spring Hours: Full Time. You may also be referred to a self-help legal clinic or to a different agency that can potentially help with your legal situation and help you address other issues you may have. Bankruptcy Court & the Probation Court for the District of Alaska. Senior and Youth Legal Information. The department is divided into the civil division, which represents most state agencies, and the criminal division, which includes all district attorneys.
Offering Unbundled Legal Services In Do-It-Yourself Divorces. Contact includes not just physical proximity, but also phone calls, email, and any other type of communication. FAQ's Alaska Child Support Services. Anchorage Unbundled Legal Services Lawyer. This site links to all the state boards of bar examiners web sites (for those that maintain a website). Helping Social Security beneficiaries who want to go back to work, but are concerned about losing benefits. Alaska State Troopers - 451-5100. Office of Public Advocacy - 451-5933.