Legal services can be costly and difficult to locate in time of need. The ABA has an extensive Pro Bono network and lawyer referral service to assist victims seek legal advice and serivces.

• Pro Bono and Lawyer Referral Information
• http://www.katrinalegalaid.org

• Special Relief for Taxpayers in areas affected by Hurricane Katrina
  The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) extends the tax return filing date to January 3, 2006.
• The IRS extends the areas eligible for tax relief as a result of Hurricane Katrina to include additional parishes in Louisiana, and more counties in Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
• IRS answers questions about tax return filing, property loss claims and tax relief for those affected by Katrina.
• Taxpayers affected by Hurricane Katrina or its aftermath may call the IRS toll-free at 1-866-562-5227 for assistance with tax matters.
• Learn about tax law provisions that can help taxpayers recover financially from the impact of disasters such as Hurricane Katrina.
• Several federal government agencies are providing relief for certain employee benefits plans because of damage inflicted by Hurricane Katrina. More information on how the plans are affected is available in PDF format.
• The Treasury Department and IRS expand the availability of housing for those affected by Hurricane Katrina.
• Check the IRS Disaster Relief Page for additional information.

• Hurricane Katrina Health Information from the Center for Disease Control

• Property Insurance Checklist
• A Guide for Individuals to Insurance Coverage for Losses from Hurricane Katrina from Dickstein Shapiro Morin & Oshinsky LLP
• IRMI Online: Find information on claims in the National Flood Insurance Program Manual
• Alabama Department of Insurance
• Louisiana Department of Insurance
• Mississippi Department of Insurance

• Finding Shelter - Operation: Share Your Home
• Housing Information from U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development
• HUD Announces Mortgage Assistance for Disaster Victims

• Find Relocated Lawyers and Firms
• Frequently Asked Questions - Provided by FirstGov
• Social Security Information for People Affected by Hurricane Katrina
• Small Business Resources from the United States Small Business Administration
• Hurricane Katrina Helping Handbook: a resource for individuals, families and small businesses 216-page document prepared by Morrison & Foerster, LLP.

Alabama

• Alabama Emergency Management Agency Disaster Web Site
• State of Alabama

Florida

• State of Florida information for Hurricane Katrina Evacuees

Louisiana

• Information Regarding Shelters and Assistance in Baton Rouge
• State of Louisiana Hurricane Katrina Web Site - Related information for hurricane victims.

Mississippi

• State of Mississippi Hurricane Katrina Resources