Welcome to PTLA’s Student Loan Project! We provide free legal services to student loan borrowers. We help people with:

Posted and up-to-date on 9/20/2023

This guide lays out your options for many different student loan debt situations. Is this guide for you? You may use this guide if:

Federal student loans can be intimidating and confusing. In this article we will explain types of federal student loans, repayment plans and situations, and loan discharge and forgiveness programs.

How do I know if I can get a tax refund? In Maine, when you stay in some kinds of short term rentals, like a hotel or motel room, you pay a state sales tax.  If you stay more than 28 days you may be entitled to a refund of the tax you paid. First, you must have rented: