NASHVILLE (AP) — State officials are encouraging Tennesseans to learn more about their legal options this month.

This year, National Celebrate Pro Bono Week is being observed Oct. 25-31 across the nation.

The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance's Division of Consumer Affairs wants people to know that the week is a good time to educate themselves when it comes to their legal options, which could be a title search, estate planning or a legal defense.

In Tennessee, hundreds of attorneys and legal experts will volunteer their time to host free legal advice clinics, education programs, and public presentations during the week.