This project secures representation in court for tenants facing eviction. Volunteer Lawyers provide the following services: advising tenants on eviction-related issues, negotiating with opposing parties in working out settlement agreements, and representing tenants in Small Claims Court in front of a commissioner and/or a judge. Both litigation and non-litigation opportunities are available. Volunteer shifts take place at the Milwaukee County Courthouse in Room 406 on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons.

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Criminal records often contain inaccurate or misleading information, as well as expungement- eligible or pardon-eligible offenses. Volunteer lawyers assess these records and provide the client with advice on their options for relief, including expungement and pardon petitions. We partner with community organizations and technical colleges throughout the state to provide virtual and in-person clinics.

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Evaluate collection cases, identify, and prepare documents for negotiating dismissal, and prepare initial discovery requests to help protect consumers from unfair debt collection practices. Students from Marquette Law School provide support at the clinic and follow-up assistance to clients. Volunteer shifts are Wednesday morning at the Milwaukee County Courthouse in Room 406.

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Meet with low-income clients virtually or by phone to evaluate the cases and provide brief services regarding unresolved debt issues, credit harassment, and bankruptcy eligibility. Students from UW and Marquette Law Schools work with the attorneys during this clinic and provide follow-up assistance to clients.

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Review DOT records of clients and provide free legal advice about how the client can reinstate a license or resolve other suspension issues. Clinics are held virtually.

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The Volunteer Lawyers Project regularly refers cases for full representation. Our staff is available to provide support as needed. Some of our high-need case types are:

• Security Deposit Return
• Bankruptcy
• Auto-Fraud (repair and financing)
• Pardons
• Wills/POA/Probate
• Domestic Abuse Injunction
• Divorce/Placement/Support
• Small Business

This clinic is funded by the national IRS LITC program and provides referrals to tax and legal professionals for full scope representation and help on tax controversies. Legal Action attorneys supervise the legal work and provide support to volunteers.

Legal Action invites attorneys and tribal court lay advocates to join us in our efforts to ensure fairness in the justice system for all Northern Wisconsin residents and and Native Americans statewide, regardless of how much money they have. Legal Action offers many “low-bono” and pro bono opportunities for lawyers and advocates in these areas of service. To learn more, call our PAI program at (715) 842-1681 or email our PAI Director at pjuel@legalaction.org .