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North Mississippi Rural Legal Services (North Mississippi Legal Aid)

North Mississippi Rural Legal Services assists eligible northern Mississippi residents with civil legal problems. Confirm the office serving your county before requesting intake.

Who can apply

The provider checks service area, financial eligibility and issue type. Special projects can have different rules.

What help is available

Accepted cases may receive legal advice or representation. The Elder Law Project serves eligible older residents.

Documents to prepare

  • County and legal issue.
  • Notices and court dates.
  • Income and household details for screening.

How to get started

  1. Locate the provider

    Use LSC’s legal-aid locator.

  2. Confirm intake details

    Ask the serving office for its current intake number, hours and application route.

  3. Explain urgent dates

    Have relevant notices available and follow document instructions.

After applying

A request does not suspend court deadlines or guarantee representation.

Website screenshots

These images show the pages captured in August 2026. Website screens and rules may have changed.

The North Mississippi Rural Legal Services homepage.
August 2026 reference screenshot.
Mississippi Code section 89-8-13 on eviction notices.
August 2026 reference screenshot.

Common questions

Does the organization serve all Mississippi counties?

Confirm its northern service area for your county.

Is criminal defense included?

This is civil legal aid.

Can older residents ask about special help?

Ask about the Elder Law Project.

Are published older hotline hours reliable?

Confirm current intake details with the office.

Sources and review

Content checked October 1, 2026 using NMRLS program overview; LSC provider locator. Some current details still need confirmation; contact the program before relying on them.

Historical screenshots: source reference.