"The 2022 Justice Gap Study found that 74% of low-income households experienced at least one civil legal problem in the previous year, with 92% receiving inadequate or no legal assistance. This indicates a severe disconnect between legal needs and available support."
"Among those who did not seek help, 46% cited financial concerns, while 53% doubted they could find a lawyer within their budget. This reflects the broader issue of affordability in accessing legal services."
"The traditional law firm model, built on large up-front retainers, remains out of reach for small businesses and most households, further contributing to the justice gap."
Millions of Americans encounter legal issues but lack access to affordable legal help. The 2022 Justice Gap Study revealed that 74% of low-income households faced civil legal problems, with 92% receiving inadequate assistance. Financial concerns prevent many from seeking help, and a significant number of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, making legal fees unaffordable. Structural barriers, such as underfunded legal aid programs and the traditional law firm model, exacerbate the justice gap, leaving many without representation in legal matters.
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