Exceptional Legal Services at Affordable Prices

Charleston Legal Access is a nonprofit law firm that provides quality and affordable legal services. Our sliding scale model provides legal assistance at low, accessible rates starting at $60 per hour as determined by income and family size. At CLA, everyone deserves access to quality legal services at an affordable price.

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Affordable legal attorneys serving Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties

“I was better represented by CLA than I was by my initial, full-priced lawyer. The work that CLA does and how it’s affordable for people like me, it’s amazing. CLA gave me a fighting chance.”

Robert

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“We know that we would not have been able to fight for this if we had not found Charleston Legal Access.”

Heather

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“Not only did I have representation, I had effective representation at a rate I could afford.”

Dan

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Our Legal Services

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It’s not just us,
it’s justice.

Charleston Legal Access is South Carolina’s first and only sliding-scale law firm.

Wealth should not determine who has access to justice.

Our nonprofit provides affordable legal services to those who do not qualify for free legal aid but cannot afford a private attorney.

Our sliding scale model provides legal assistance at low, accessible rates starting at $60 per hour as determined by income and family size. Services include advice and counsel, consultations, and full representation. We serve Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties.

Since 2016

$3,342,453

assets preserved

1,565

individuals and families helped

1,056

tenants assisted through the Eviction Protection Program

Charleston Legal Access - 2024 Reisman Legal Impact Winner

CLA is honored to be the 2024 Reisman Legal Impact winner. This award honors firms making significant contributions to their communities. We are honored to be recognized for the important work that we do in our Charleston community!

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Hours
Monday–Thursday, 9am–5pm
Friday, 9am-12pm

Phone
(843) 640-5980

Location
1816 Success Street
Building A, Unit 102
North Charleston, SC 29405

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