University Legal Services

Disability Services in Washington, District of Columbia. Federally designated Protection & Advocacy (P&A) agency serving the entire state under the DD Act (PADD), the Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness Act (PAIMI), the Protection and Advocacy of Individual Rights Act (PAIR), and the Client Assistance Program (CAP) under the Rehabilitation Act. Provides legal advocacy, investigation of abuse/neglect, representation, and systems a

Phone: (202) 547-0198

Address: Suite 130, Washington, District of Columbia, 20002

Website: http://www.uls-dc.org/

Good to know: One designated P&A per state/territory; member of the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN). Email: jbrown@uls-dc.org. Source: NDRN Member Agency Directory (https://www.ndrn.org/about/ndrn-member-agencies/).

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Frequently asked questions about University Legal Services

How do I contact University Legal Services?

You can call University Legal Services at (202) 547-0198 or visit Suite 130 in Washington, District of Columbia. Their website is http://www.uls-dc.org/.

What services does University Legal Services offer?

Federally designated Protection & Advocacy (P&A) agency serving the entire state under the DD Act (PADD), the Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness Act (PAIMI), the Protection and Advocacy of Individual Rights Act (PAIR), and the Client Assistance Program (CAP) under the Rehabilitation Act. Provides legal advocacy, investigation of abuse/neglect, representation, and systems advocacy for people with disabilities.

Are services at University Legal Services free or low-cost?

Many community disability services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call University Legal Services at (202) 547-0198 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does University Legal Services offer services in other languages?

Call University Legal Services at (202) 547-0198 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.