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STUDENTS NEED
LAWYERS
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Services Provided to
Students
Attorneys can play a major
role in overall student
development and progress.
Colleges and universities are
beginning to recognize the
role of the legal community
in student success.
Cultural Differences
Viewpoint on the law can vary.
Cultural background and family
values may influence ones
perspective on the legal system
There may be a stigma with
seeking help.
International Students are
particularly at risk
The Law Office of Antoine G. Marshall provides an affordable service that allows access to justice for the students of even the most modest means.
The Law Office of Antoine G. Marshall will also invest itself in your institution, making itself available for speakers at student club requests, drafting
literature educating students of their legal rights, advising pre-law clubs, or teaching classes at no additional charge.
International Students
Veterans
Students with Disabilities
Underrepresented Groups
Pre-Law Societies
Ethics
Note:
FERPA does not govern Student Legal Services (Attorney Client Privilege &
Confidentiality) trump FERPA in regards to Student Legal Services. Any
requests for client files or information may not be released without a
written waiver from the student.
Conflicts of Interest
No Student vs. Student advice or representation
Cannot represent a student if the result would
negatively affect another student (i.e. joint tenancy
lease issues)
No representation or advice for any issues with the
University
Services Provided
Scope of Office and services will be based on
Contracted Plan Rate
Representation in civil matters under $10,000 and
uncontested domestic cases
Advice & Counsel w/ Limited Representation
Criminal Matters, Bankruptcy
Services Excluded
Immigration
Taxation
Other specialized areas
of the law
Office Space
Student Legal Services should NOT share office space with other departments
due to confidentiality issues.
Student Legal Services should have adequate space and private areas to hold
meetings
There should be adequate space to accommodate the needs of the office.
Considerations:
File storage
Accessibility
Staffing of the Office
Mediation
Adequate space to meet with clients
Waiting area
Assessment
Benchmarking with comparable or peer institutions
Annually Review Mission Statement
Annually conduct a Needs Assessment
Annually Develop & Assess Learning Outcomes
Client Satisfaction Survey
Assess Legal Education Programming