Welcome to Governors State University Legal Clinic!
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Who We Are
The Governors State University Legal Clinic provides free self-help legal assistance and non-legal resources to low-income Illinois residents using the court system without legal representation, understand and navigate the legal system. At the clinic, a team of attorneys, social workers, and volunteers work together under the supervision of a licensed attorney and social worker to increase access to legal services in underrepresented communities.
What We Do
Our team provides pro se and free legal assistance in the areas of family law, immigration, housing, and expungement. We assist with:
• Understanding legal rights and laws
• Filing depositions, settlement negotiations, and court appearances
• Reviewing and explaining court orders and filings
Get Involved
Learn about the ways you can get involved with GovState-LC and help support the Southland community.
Phyllis West, PhD, joined the WGN Evening News to talk about the services provided by the GovState Legal Clinic
July 18, 2023, 1:12 p.m. CDT
Contact Us
Have any questions? Call 708-235-7553 or send us an email at legalclinic@govst.edu.
Location
Governors State University
Social Justice Building
1 University Pkwy
University Park, IL, 60484
Hours
Friday: 12 – 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Contact Info
Phone: 708-235-7553
Email: legalclinic@govst.edu
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Funded in part by the Illinois Equal Justice Foundation.
