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Bridging the Gap to Justice in Arkansas

At Arkansas Access to Justice, we believe that everyone deserves equal access to the legal system, regardless of income. Our mission is to ensure fairness and expand civil legal aid for Arkansans who need it most.

AATJ is made up of two organizations working together to close the justice gap. Together, these organizations ensure that more Arkansans have access to the legal help they need.

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The Arkansas Access to Justice Commission

Works to expand equal access to civil justice in Arkansas through research, policy development, system improvement, and long-term resource development.

The Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation

Funds legal aid through grants, IOLTA revenue, and donations.

One in four Arkansans cannot afford an attorney when facing a legal issue.¹

Over 500,000 Arkansans qualify for free legal aid, yet many do not receive assistance due to funding limitations.²

Nationwide, 92 percent of low-income legal needs go unmet.³

What is the Justice Gap?

The justice gap refers to the divide between the civil legal needs of low-income individuals and the resources available to assist them. Unlike in criminal cases, there is no right to an attorney for civil legal matters such as evictions, domestic violence protective orders, or debt disputes.

Arkansas Access to Justice is committed to closing this gap by expanding legal aid, increasing pro bono service, and developing policy and system-wide improvement.  

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Quioscos del juzgado

Access free legal forms, self-help materials, and online legal resources. Find where you can access a kiosk directly from a courthouse or library across Arkansas.

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Limited Scope Representation

Browse our directory of attorneys offering limited scope representation (unbundled) services, or explore training materials and sample forms for attorneys interested in offering limited scope help.

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Respuestas legales gratuitas

A virtual legal advice clinic where eligible users can submit legal questions and receive answers from licensed volunteer attorneys. Find information for both the public and participating attorneys.

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Programa IOLTA

Your attorney trust account can help fund justice. Learn how interest from IOLTA accounts supports civil legal aid in Arkansas, and how attorneys and financial institutions can participate.

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Acceso al idioma

We support language justice through translated forms, interpreter training, and resources for court staff and the public—ensuring all Arkansans can participate fully in the legal system.

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Formación jurídica continua

Free monthly CLEs that cover legal issues impacting low-income Arkansans. Open to attorneys, court staff, clerks, and the public. Find upcoming sessions or browse our archive of recordings and materials.

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Support Equal Justice in Arkansas

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By making a monthly gift, you can:

  • Support legal clinics that offer free services
  • Provide legal aid to survivors of domestic violence
  • Help Arkansans facing eviction or unfair debt collection
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Citations

¹ Legal Services Corporation. (2017). The Justice Gap: Measuring the Unmet Civil Legal Needs of Low-income Americans. Prepared by NORC at the University of Chicago for Legal Services Corporation. Washington, DC. The report indicates that 25% of Arkansas residents have family incomes below 125% of the Federal Poverty Level.

² Based on U.S. Census Bureau population estimates (approximately 3.1 million Arkansans) and Legal Services Corporation data showing 25% of Arkansas residents live at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Level, approximately 775,000 Arkansans qualify for free legal aid services. Conservative estimate of 500,000+ accounts for eligibility requirements.

³ Legal Services Corporation. (2022). The Justice Gap: The Unmet Civil Legal Needs of Low-income Americans. The report found that 92% of civil legal problems faced by low-income Americans receive inadequate or no legal help.