The State of Tennessee has over 18,818 attorneys actively practicing within the state. Attorneys are present in all fields and areas - within both the public and private sectors. The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and The Cumberlands offers no-cost help to people in the low-income category and offers a variety of self-help resources, which include videos, pamphlets, booklets, and brochures. Tennessee also has a telephone hotline and website where people can get free legal advice from volunteer lawyers.