Serving the Most Vulnerable in East Tennessee
Every single day, LAET proudly provides free, high-quality civil legal representation across the 26 counties of East Tennessee. We work to truly change lives and strengthen communities. We help by:
Protecting Your Finances & Identity
Whether you’re facing harassment from bill collectors or looking for options to address financial hardships involving your home or assets, the following resources can help you navigate several common issues.
Downloadable Resources
Keeping Your Family Safe, Healthy, & Happy
LAET proudly serves families and offers services to help keep them safe, knowledgeable, and healthy. The practice of family law includes adoption, divorce, parenting plans, juvenile emancipation, and orders of protection. Below, you’ll find resources related to family law, as well as other critical topics. They are designed to help you advocate for yourself or your family in the State of Tennessee.
Downloadable Resources
Protecting Yourself From Domestic Violence
Please note: If you are in immediate danger due to a domestic violence situation, call 911.
LAET partners with local family justice centers throughout our 26-county catchment area, and information on those collaborative efforts can be accessed here or by visiting the “Get Info –> Resources –> Family Justice Centers” tab.
As with all materials on this website, the downloadable resources related to domestic violence are valid only within the State of Tennessee.
Downloadable Resources
Housing Justice & Protecting Your Property
Tenants, landlords, and homeowners all have unique rights in the State of Tennessee. Here are resources to understand how to advocate for housing justice and navigate issues of property.
LAET’s Eviction Prevention Initiative for Chattanooga & Hamilton County
(423) 710-9432 or visit Rent423.com (this website is maintained by LAET)
LAET’s Eviction Prevention Program for Knox County
(865) 371-8730For all other counties within LAET’s service area, please contact the nearest LAET office.
Downloadable Resources
Protecting & Serving Older Adults
Statistics sadly indicate increasing numbers of Tennesseans aged 60+ live in poverty. More are facing financial insecurity, housing instability, difficulties accessing benefits and healthcare, exploitation, and abuse.
When grant funding allows, LAET can provide services are free of charge to qualifying individuals aged 60+.
Downloadable Resources
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