Impacted by the historic spring flooding?

FEMA Application Deadline is September 27, 2024

What’s next?

  • Common Legal Problems after a Disaster

    Lease terminations - Evictions

    Home foreclosures

    Landlord refusal to make repairs

    Utility shut offs

    Security deposit disputes

    Insurance claims

    Difficulties proving ownership of your home

    Lost or damaged documents: birth certificates, driver’s licenses, Social Security cards

    Public benefit issues: applications for food stamps, unemployment

    Financial assistance

    Wage theft

  • Resources

    Legal Services Corporation hosts a website filled with valuable information for people dealing with the aftermath of natural disaster. Use this link to access information for directly impacted by the Spring 2024 Flooding:

    Legal Aid Disaster Resource Center

  • How SMRLS can help

    SMRLS lawyers and advocates have the experience and expertise to help you:

    Replace lost or damaged documents

    Complete FEMA aid applications

    Stabilize Housing

    Ensure continuation of government benefits

    Apply for new benefits and so much more.

    Just call 1-877-696-6529 to speak to speak with one of our Intake Specialist to determine your eligibility for services. Be sure to tell them you have been impacted by the spring flooding.

SMRLS is a nonprofit legal aid firm.

All SMRLS services are free and confidential. We do not act without your consent.