Denver, CO — Going to court without an attorney may seem intimidating or overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be, thanks to free programs offered through the Colorado Judicial Department. Recognizing that many Coloradans represent themselves in legal matters, the Judicial Department and partners are hosting free legal assistance and educational sessions in 11 locations around the state in October.

The Judicial Department is committed to equipping self-represented litigants with the information and education they need to be prepared to appear before a judge and answer questions about evictions, family law, sealing a criminal case, small claims, or other legal matters. At Legal Resource Days events, volunteer lawyers and other professionals offer free informational and educational sessions to individuals representing themselves.

Times and types of sessions vary by location. Spanish interpreters will be available, and all sessions are free. Registration is required for some sessions; please see each location’s web page for instructions and details. If you are unable to attend one of the Legal Resource Days events, you can learn more about the Judicial Department’s Self-Help and Court Information Centers at https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/stories/self-help-centers. These centers are available across all 23 judicial districts and offer resources for court customers to gain a better understanding of the legal system.

• 1st Judicial District (Jefferson and Gilpin Counties):Free 15-minute Ask-An-Attorney sessions will be held on a first-come, first-served basis on Wednesday, Oct. 28, in the atrium of the Jefferson County Courthouse (100 Jefferson County Pkwy in Golden) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Traffic, criminal, civil, family law and probate attorneys will be providing pro bono assistance. Community service organizations will be hosting informational tables at the event. For more information contact 01selfhelp@judicial.state.co.us or call 720-772-2501.
• 2nd Judicial District (Denver County):Free 30-minute Ask-An-Attorney clinics are available to discuss issues concerning family law, probate and county court civil matters. Free classes will be held online, by phone, or in person at the Denver City and County Building (1437 Bannock St., Room 281, Denver) on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The class schedule is posted at https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/courts/trial-courts/denver-district/denver-courts-pro-seself-help-centers.
• 3rd Judicial District (Huerfano and Las Animas Counties):Attend free sessions and learn about family law, evictions, guardianship, and conservatorship on Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Commons at Space to Create located (218 W. Main St., Trinidad, CO 81082). Free 20-minute Ask-an-Attorney sessions will also be available from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Register for those sessions by calling Kelly Gabrielson at 719-497-8246 or Sam Benson at 719-497-8252.
• 4th Judicial District (El Paso and Teller Counties):Free 20-minute Meet-A-Lawyer sessions to receive free legal advice and in-person sessions on small claims, consumer rights, guardianships, and evictions will take place on Friday, Oct. 23, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the El Paso County Combined Courts (270 Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903) in the Jury Room. Opening remarks from Judge Frances R. Johnson. For more information, email 04selfhelp@judicial.state.co.us.
• 6th Judicial District (Archuleta, La Plata, and San Juan Counties):In-person sessions will be held at the La Plata County Combined Courts (1060 E. 2nd Ave., Durango) on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on topics including domestic relations cases (divorce/child custody, post-decree modifications) civil cases (eviction, money, protection orders), and probate (guardianship, conservatorships, trust/estates, wills). For more information, call 970-385-6179.
• 7th Judicial District (Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose (including Nucla), Ouray, and San Miguel counties): In-person events will be held October 28-29 at the Montrose Justice Center (1200 N. Grand Ave., Montrose, CO 81401). Free 20- to 30-minute one-on-one attorney consultations (probate matters, estate planning, estate administration, real estate, property matters, business, HOA, civil, family, divorce, parenting time, and support. Free mediation sessions (these services, attorney consultations, and mediation require pre-registration).
• Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 9 a.m., CASA will present a parenting education course, and Adriana Hartley of Montrose County will present on child support services at 1 p.m.
• Thursday, Oct. 29 at 10 a.m., Lindsey Watson of Colorado Legal Services will present on the Complete Eviction Process (from service of notice through writ of restitution enforcement). Andrea Rosenberry of Colorado Legal Services will present on Contested Family Law Cases at 1 p.m. and on Evidence for Self-Represented Parties at 2:30 p.m. Community vendors will be on site with additional information and representatives to answer questions about services or resources their agencies offer. For more information, contact the Self Help Team at 970-252-4312 or email 07SRLC@judicial.state.co.us. Individuals requesting Spanish interpretation may call Duber Mayer at 970-252-4320.
• 10th Judicial District (Pueblo County): Free in-person educational sessions and 20-minute Ask-An-Attorney consultations regarding family law, probate, civil money cases, landlord/tenant, small claims, and record sealing will be available Friday, Oct. 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Dennis Maes Pueblo Judicial Building (501 N. Elizabeth St., Pueblo). Email 10jdselfhelp@judicial.state.co.us or call 719-404-8752 for more information.
• 11th Judicial District (Chaffee, Custer, Fremont, and Park Counties): In-person sessions on probate and simple estate planning, courtroom prep, Licensed Legal Paraprofessionals and divorce, and evictions will be held at the Fremont County Courthouse (136 Justice Center Road #103, Canon City) on Friday, Oct. 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free 20-minute Ask-An-Attorney sessions will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appointment. Registration is required. For more information, visit coloradojudicial.gov/courts/trial-courts/chaffee-county.
• 14th Judicial District (Moffat, Routt, and Grand Counties):Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., attend in person at the Craig Chamber of Commerce (775 Yampa Ave. in Craig) or virtually at the Bud Warner Library (1289 Lincoln Ave. in Steamboat Springs). The event features free legal presentations on divorce and custody law, tenant rights, and IRS changes. Registration is required for free legal advice sessions from 4:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. A Spanish interpreter will be available. For more information, email 14selfhelp@judicial.state.co.us.
• 16th Judicial District (Bent, Crowley and Otero Counties): Monday, Oct. 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Otero County Courthouse (13 W. 3rd St. in La Junta), attend a landlord/tenant presentation and visit information tables provided by community service organizations. Email 16thSelfHelp@judicial.state.co.us for more information.
• 17th Judicial District (Adams and Broomfield Counties):Friday, Oct. 23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (closed for lunch 11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.) at the Adams County Courthouse (1100 Judicial Center Dr. Brighton, CO 80601). Attorneys will be available to assist with divorce, child custody and support, tenant/landlord issues, traffic, juvenile, criminal, civil protection orders, and probate. Community vendors will be on-site to engage with attendees and share resources. Spanish interpreters will be available. For more information, email the Resource Center at 17SHRC@judicial.state.co.us or call: 303-654- 3213.
• 18th Judicial District (Arapahoe County):Free 15-minute Ask-An-Attorney sessions for family law and probate matters will be held on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Arapahoe County Justice Center, Jury Assembly Room – Courthouse 1 (7325 S. Potomac St. in Centennial). Community resource service organizations will also host information booths. No prior registration required.
• 21st Judicial District (Mesa County): Thursday, Oct. 22 at the Grand Junction Central Library (443 N. 6th St., Grand Junction, CO 81501) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free 20-minute Ask-An-Attorney sessions regarding civil, family matters, and probate cases are available on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be two informational presentations: Representing Yourself in Court - Civil Case Procedures from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Navigating the Court's Self-Help Services from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Community resource information and a Spanish interpreter will be available. For more information, email 21selfhelp@judicial.state.co.us or call 970-257-3663.
• 22nd Judicial District (Dolores and Montezuma Counties):Sessions will be held at the Montezuma Combined Court (865 N. Park St. in Cortez) on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call 970-565-1328 to register or for more information. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.