Law Clinic
A partnership with The Law School at Rutgers–Camden makes it possible for LEAP students and families to receive important knowledge and advice on a range of legal issues.
The Law School’s series of Pro Bono and Public Interest programs, supervised by Rutgers Law professor and LEAP Board of Trustees member Jill Friedman, covers housing issues, public benefits, immigration, family law, and much more. These pro bono law programs also provide valuable applied-learning experiences for Rutgers–Camden law students as these future lawyers are able to work one-on-one with real clients.
LEGAL PROGRAMS FOR LEAP FAMILIES:
LEAP families are encouraged to utilize the community legal services made available by The Rutgers School of Law–Camden. For more information about these services, contact the following: |
CIVIL PRACTICE CLINIC
Provider? Rutgers Law School
For Who? For civil legal matters (including wills, family law, immigration and more)
When? Open all year
Cost? Free
CHILD AND FAMILY ADVOCACY CLINIC
Provider? Rutgers Law School
For Who? Child abuse and neglect cases
When? Open all year
Cost? Free
IMMIGRATION AND LEGAL
REFERRAL PRO BONO PROJECT
Provider? Rutgers Law School
For Who? For free, confidential immigration advice or referrals for other legal issues (*No ongoing legal representation and no legal advice over the phone)
When? Evenings, call for schedule
Cost? Free
Contact? Gladys Robreno (856) 614-0400 x 5030 PRO BONO
PROJECT (VITA)
Provider? Rutgers Law School
For Who? Low income families who are not required to file returns may be eligible to receive money through the Earned Income Tax Credit.
When? January through April
Cost? Free
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CHILDREN’S JUSTICE CLINIC
Provider? Rutgers Law School
For Who? Child delinquency cases
WHEN? Open all year
Cost? Free
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CLINIC
Provider? Rutgers Law School
For Who? For persons seeking confidential legal advice on domestic violence issues
When? Open all year
Cost? Free
BANKRUPTCY PRO BONO PROJECT
Provider? South Jersey Legal Services
For Who? For help with filing Chapter 7 petitions
When? Open all year
Cost? Free
(856) 964-2010
CHILDREN’S SSI PRO BONO PROJECT
Provider? South Jersey Legal Services
For Who? For parents appealing Children’s SSI denials
When? Open all year
Cost? Free
Contact? South Jersey Legal Services
(856) 964-2010
VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE
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