Navigating legal matters after a disaster can be overwhelming. From FEMA applications to insurance disputes, the aftermath of a disaster can present a myriad of legal challenges. That’s why New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) is proud to announce our Disaster Legal Services Program, which will provide critical assistance to 2022 disaster survivors with low incomes in Mora, San Miguel, Colfax, Lincoln, and Valencia Counties.

Free Legal Help for Disaster Survivors

If you’ve been impacted by the 2022 federal disaster declaration for Wildfires, straight-line Winds, Mudflows, and Debris Flow Damage in burn scars, NMLA is here to help. Our services are free to income-qualified survivors, offering disaster-related community outreach, education, advice, and direct representation.

Addressing Long-Term Legal Challenges

Disasters can lead to a range of long-term legal issues, including:

 

• • FEMA/SBA Applications and Appeals

• • Landlord-Tenant Issues

• • FEMA/U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Rent Subsidy Renewals

• • Document Replacement

• • Foreclosure Prevention

• • Utility Shutoffs

• • Real Property Title Clearing & Probate/Wills & Trusts

• • Repair & Contractor Scams/Fraud

• • Insurance Scams & Claim Disputes

• • Price Gouging

• • Disaster Tax Relief

• • Bankruptcy

• • Denial of Unemployment Benefits

• • Assistance for agricultural producers and other small businesses

• • Simple Powers of Attorney

• • Child support and child custody issues

How to Reach Us

If you’re facing a disaster-related legal issue, we’re here to assist you. Here’s how you can contact us:

 

• • Call our Disaster Hotline at 1-855-204-2569, Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., or leave a message 24/7.

• • Email the Disaster Legal Services Team at disasterlegalservices@nmlegalaid.org.

• • Contact our statewide intake at 1-833-LGL-HELP (1-833-545-4357).

• • Apply online for assistance at https://newmexicolegalaid.org/disaster-legal-services/.

When contacting us, please specify which disaster event impacted you to help us better understand and address your legal needs.

At NMLA, we’re committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive legal support to disaster survivors in their time of need. Don’t face legal challenges alone—reach out to us today for assistance.