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Mandate: The intention of this clinic is to offer summary legal advice, on a pro bono basis, to self- represented litigants either contemplating starting a Small Claims Court matter or with an ongoing Small Claims Court matter.
Target Population: Individuals seeking assistance for small-claims court matters.
Highlight of Programs / Services Offered:
- Clinic clients will meet with a volunteer lawyer who can provide basic legal assistance and guidance. Volunteer lawyers will not appear in court or complete any legal documents for clinic participants. The maximum time for each appointment is 25 minutes.
- Clinics are held monthly at the Supreme Court, General Division, 309 Duckworth Street, St. John’s. Appointments are required.
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