Washington Law Help - fabulous self help in many useful areas with do-it-yourself packets and forms. Areas include:  family law, consumer debt, government benefits, aging / elder law, immigration, individual rights, Native American issues, criminal, housing, domestic violence and anti-harassment, youth law and education, employment / farm worker rights, veterans and military.

 

Columbia Legal Services (CLS) is a nonprofit law firm that protects and defends the legal and human rights of low-income people.

 

King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinics - call to schedule a 30 minute consultation with an attorney.

 

DSHS Aging and Disability Services Administration - addresses, phone numbers, and websites for agencies and departments, including Adult Protective Services (APS).

 

Compassion & Choices of Washington advocates for excellent end-of-life care, patient-centered care, and expanded choice at the end of life, including assisting those opting to use the Death with Dignity Act.

 

Guardianship Video - Link to the mandatory video non-professionals guardians must view before appointment in King County.  It's good to watch even if you're in a different county.

 

Certified Professional Guardian Program - with links for a listing of certified professional guardians and agencies.

 

Adoption Referral and Information Service (ARIS) - resources for families and professionals involved in adoption.

 

Korean Focus Northwest - In support of Korean-American adoptive families, KFNW promotes events that foster community and explore Korean culture.

 

Catholic Community Services has been placing children for adoption since 1937. CCS has programs in the US and South Korea.

 

WACAP (World Association for Children and Parents) is an international nonprofit adoption and child assistance agencies in the United States. WACAP has programs in USA, Bulgaria, China, Ethiopia, India, Korea, Russia, Taiwan, and Thailand.  However, programs are subject to change as laws change so check their program listing for the most current open programs.

 

 

King County Collaborative Law - for collaborative, non-litigated family law.

 

Dispute Resolution Center of King County - low cost or free mediation.