We reserve the right not to give advice in individual cases. We will be hosting a family law clinic on Thursday, November 10 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. If you are looking for an initial general consultation regarding separation, divorce, custody and contacts, please stop for a free 20-minute consultation. Our family law clinic is supported by Nirmal Phull, lawyer from Vienna Kang Lawyers The University`s legal aid department draws on a long tradition of student law clinics that recognize that the community and students would benefit from experiential legal education. The clinic`s work prioritizes the needs of the community for legal services and the interest of clients, which complements legal education in developing students` legal skills, legal experience in practice, and reflection on ethics and the conduct of legal practice. You must contact us to make an appointment. It is best to send us an email or fill out an online application form and leave your details with the person in charge of the legal aid centre. The head of legal aid will contact you as soon as possible to make an appointment. We do not give legal advice by phone or email. Students are expected to process public inquiries that relate to legal issues and, in some cases, to identify other local services that may be available to them. Students also gain experience in conducting client interviews, legal research, and applying legal principles to real-world legal problems by providing general advice on employment, probate, property, and civil law issues.
Volunteers will also benefit from the opportunity to practice legal writing and writing. We do not give legal advice by phone or email. It may be helpful to read the information and tips online on these websites in case we can answer the initial questions before you need to make an application. The University of Wolverhampton Legal Advice Centre may be able to provide you with free legal advice in certain areas of law including: commercial law, contractual disputes, employment law, housing law, negligence claims and probate matters. The University of Wolverhampton Legal Advice Centre provides free legal advice to the local community. Especially for those who cannot get legal help through other non-profit organizations, for example, the Citizens` Advice Office. Students in the Faculty of Humanities, Economics and Social Sciences can volunteer at the Legal Advisory Centre in addition to their studies. Student volunteers gain experience through experiential learning.
This way, you can determine if you have a legal case or claim and what you can do to resolve it. Areas of law on which we do not provide advice include: Legal Aid can provide advice in a variety of areas of law, including: Keep in mind that this is a student-led, volunteer-based service. If you need urgent legal advice, you may need to consult a lawyer or seek further advice. If you have any questions, please contact Beverley Rizzotto, Legal Advice Centre Manager at legaladvice@wlv.ac.uk In order to provide you with the best possible service, we do not advise you at the first meeting. Students will research your case and review their advice with their academic tutor and/or an experienced lawyer. You will be invited to a follow-up interview with your study advisors within two to three weeks, who will then advise you. Alternatively, we can also advise you in writing. If we are unable to advise you, we will try to refer you to other services that may be able to help you. The university`s legal aid office service includes preliminary legal advice on whether you have legal rights or claims, and the determination: Still can`t find an answer to your question? Contact us here at www.wolvesunion.org/advice/enquiry and we will endeavour to confirm your request within 3-5 business days. The legal aid office is run by law students; They provide you with free legal advice under the supervision of academic staff, some of whom are qualified lawyers or lawyers. Local law firms also support our legal advice centre, which is provided pro bono for the common good.
While we cannot provide legal advice, we may be able to refer you to someone who can. If you live in England or Wales and would like to get quality free legal information to help you manage your legal problems, CLA Direct may be able to help. Free legal advice is provided by the university`s law students under the supervision of Beverley Rizzotto, director of the Legal Aid Centre, her lecturers or practicing lawyers from local law firms. Please let us know the purpose of your request and briefly explain the assistance you need. Enter your name and email address, and then click Send Request. A copy of your application will also be sent to the Law Society for monitoring. Please note that this is a free service and all information will be kept confidential. We are independent and do not cooperate with government agencies.
No appointments are given and slots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Our family law clinics tend to be very busy, so it`s always wise to arrive early to avoid disappointment. Our advice and representation centre is equipped with a computerised information system used in local citizens` advice centres.