State Bar staff along with the assistance of the State Bar's Young Lawyers Division provide legal advice, counseling and representation to individuals affected by a disaster. The legal assistance available includes replacing lost documents, housing, landlord-tenant disputes, consumer rights, insurance questions, and referrals to local or state agencies which may render further assistance. A legal service hotline toll-free number is available as a means for individuals to contact for assistance with legal questions and concerns. The disaster hotline number is 1-800-876-6657. For more information on how to volunteer contact Christine Joseph at cjoseph@nmbar.org. |