Healthcare Resources for Maine Children Who Have Experienced Violence
How does domestic violence affect children?
Violence and trauma can have long-lasting effects on children who witness or experience violent events.
Rights of Maine Renters: Sale or Foreclosure of Building
Has the building or home you rent been sold or foreclosed on? You still have rights as a renter!
Rights of Maine Renters: Subsidized Housing
What is "Subsidized Housing?"
There are different kinds of subsidized housing. Some are public housing, and some aren't. If your rent goes by your income, your housing is “subsidized.” This is true even if your house or apartment is owned by a person or company, and not the government.
Rights of Maine Renters: Tips Before You Rent
Are you about to rent a place in Maine? Brush up on your rights, and other things you should know before you rent with our Tips for Tenants in Maine! Here’s Pine Tree Legal’s checklist of questions to ask about any house, apartment, or mobile home you might rent.
Falling behind on student loan debt? Here's what you need to know
This guide lays out your options for many different student loan debt situations.
Is this guide for you?
You may use this guide if:
Maine National Guard Education Assistance Program
Maine National Guard members may be eligible for full tuition at a state college or university. Learn about the requirements here.
Podcast: Harassment in Rental Housing
Listen to our podcast on harassment in rental housing! This podcast is about sexual harassment in rental housing and what to do if you believe that you have been harassed by your landlord, an employee of your landlord or another tenant.
The Tax Consequences of Divorce or Separation
Divorce or separation can mean big changes on your taxes. Spousal support, also called alimony, and a name change are just a few things you may need to consider. Here are some tax tips to keep in mind if you are recently divorced or separated.
Do you owe $500 or more to your electric company?
If you're more than $500 in debt on your electric bill, this program may be able to help you. You pay just your current monthly electric bill, each month and on time. For each month that you pay your current bill, your electric utility company will wipe out 1/12 of what you owe them on your back bill. Learn about how to enroll!
How to remove 'revenge porn' or non-consensual pornography
Non-consensual pornography, also called revenge porn, is a fast growing area of sexual abuse. A new Maine law makes posting revenge porn illegal. Learn how to protect yourself if you become a victim.