If you are considering bankruptcy in Idaho but cannot afford an attorney, free help is available. The organizations below provide legal assistance at no cost to qualifying residents. You can also visit lawhelp.org/ID for the most up-to-date directory of free legal services in Idaho.
Need immediate help?
Start with lawhelp.org/ID to find the legal aid office nearest you in Idaho. You can also call your local bankruptcy court (listed below) for information about self-help resources and pro se filing assistance.
Legal Aid Organizations
Idaho Legal Aid Services
Statewide free legal services for low-income Idahoans.
Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program
Pro bono legal assistance.
Law School Bankruptcy Clinics
University of Idaho College of Law Clinics
Legal clinics based in Boise and Moscow.
Bar Association Pro Bono
Idaho State Bar Pro Bono
Contact the bar association for pro bono referrals and reduced-fee attorney programs.
Bankruptcy Courts in Idaho
These are the federal bankruptcy courts serving Idaho. Many courts offer self-help desks, pro se workshops, and links to local volunteer attorney programs.
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Idaho
Visit the court website for self-help resources, forms, local rules, and filing information.
Credit Counseling
Federal law requires two counseling sessions for bankruptcy filers: credit counseling before filing, and debtor education before discharge. Visit the U.S. Trustee's list of approved agencies to find providers approved for Idaho. Many agencies offer free or reduced-cost sessions for low-income individuals.
Additional Resources
- LawHelp.org/ID -- Find free legal help in Idaho
- NACBA Find an Attorney -- Locate consumer bankruptcy attorneys (some offer free consultations)
- Browse all states -- Back to the full state directory
- 1328(f) Discharge Screener -- Free tool to check if you are eligible for a bankruptcy discharge