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Elder Law | Somerset, Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky

Elder Law

108 College Street, Somerset, KY 42501

Eligibility
Must have/meet:
  • Low income
  • Limited assets
  • Complete screening process
Required documents
Documents as requested during application process
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00 am-4:30 pm, closed lunch 12:00 noon-1:00 pm (EST)
To access this service, contact:

Amber Shewmake (Directing Attorney)

800-866-7313
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Toll Free

866-277-5733
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Central Intake/Appointment

606-679-7313
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Main

Languages
Spanish
Application process
Please call or complete online application at: (http://www.ardfky.org/node/6/legal-assistance-application)
Fees
Free
Service area
Casey County, KY Mccreary County, KY Cumberland County, KY Pulaski County, KY Russell County, KY Wayne County, KY Lincoln County, KY Adair County, KY Monroe County, KY Clinton County, KY Rockcastle County, KY
Provides free civil legal help to eligible low-income people in 37 counties of the Appalachian Mountains and rolling hills of eastern and south-central Kentucky. Assists with legal problems that affect the client's basic needs for food, shelter, income, personal safety from all forms of abuse, and safety and stability for children and the elderly.
Last Assured
09/18/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky
Provides free legal representation for low-income individuals and families.