Wake County to provide free, bimonthly legal support at local libraries

Lawyers in Your Library pilot program helped 113 families in 2024

Lawyers in Your Library

Local attorney Katie King knows how daunting it can be for people facing legal issues to navigate the court system — especially without an attorney. A volunteer with Wake County’s Lawyers in Your Library, a program that provides free family law legal support at libraries across the county, King has seen firsthand how vital the service is for the community.

“Most days, we have people lined up at the library door waiting for the program to begin,” said King, an attorney with Wake Family Law Group. “They often come in scared or intimidated by the legal process, and they leave feeling empowered and hopeful just from getting a little bit of information from an attorney. The need is so great, and the clients are so thankful.”

Now in its second year, Lawyers in Your Library is a collaboration between Wake County Public Libraries and the Wake County Legal Support Center. Following a successful pilot that helped 113 families in 2024, the program is back with more sessions in 2025. The first program takes place Saturday at Eva Perry Regional Library in Apex.

“We were excited about the success of Lawyers in Your Library in 2024, and we look forward to seeing even more people benefit from the program this year,” said Wake County Commissioner Vickie Adamson. “These free legal consultations help families navigate complex legal matters with the confidence and support they need to make informed decisions.”

How does it work?
Lawyers in Your Library offers free 30-minute consultations with pro bono attorneys on family law matters such as child custody, support, divorce, adoption and alimony. Attorneys can offer legal advice, help with forms and drafting suggestions, and provide guidance on court procedures to help clients better understand their rights and options.

Residents can schedule an appointment at wake.gov/LIL or drop in during the event for a free 30-minute consultation with a volunteer family law attorney. The 2025 dates include:

  • Feb. 8 – Eva Perry Regional Library in Apex
  • April 12 – Fuquay-Varina Community Library in Fuquay-Varina
  • June 14 – Zebulon Community Library in Zebulon
  • Aug. 9 – Green Road Community Library in Raleigh
  • Oct. 11 – Middle Creek Community Library in Apex
  • Dec. 13 – Northeast Regional Library in Raleigh
     

All sessions take place from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information or to register, visit wake.gov/LIL.

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