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  • Self-Help Litigant Intake:

    The clinic seeks to support self-represented individuals as they navigate the court system. We share sample forms, legal advice, and research, as part of providing limited scope representation. It is a free service.

  • The UMKC-LAWMO Self-help Clinic often schedules appointments for 3 to 6 weeks out. If you have a court date or other deadlines within the next few weeks, please contact other legal resources, such as Legal Aid of Western Missouri (816-474-6750 / www.lawmo.org), Missouri.FreeLegalAnswers.org, and lawyer search tools sponsored by the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association (www.kclawyerfinder.com), and the Missouri Bar Association (https://mobar.org/public/LawyerSearch.aspx).

  • Unfortunately, due to our high volume, we no longer have appointments available in 2021 for family law issues or landlord-tenant issues.  Please call us at 816-235-2271 or email us at umkclawprose@umkc.edu to discuss whether or not we can set you up with an appointment to speak with an attorney. If we cannot provide you with an appointment in 2021, we may be able to provide you with legal resources or forms. If we are not able to assist you in 2021, we will ask you if you would like to be put on a list to be notified when appointments open up in 2022.

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    • What is your monthly household income?

      This clinic is free. Financial grants make our services available, and ask that we document efforts to serve folks in need.  This information enables us to continue to provide free assistance.

      You will be assisted regardless of your income level.

    • What is the value of your household assets (if applicable)?

    • What are your monthly household expenses, in the following categories (if applicable)?

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    • UMKC-LAWMO SELF-HELP LAW CLINIC


       
      This agreement is made between {whatIs3} and the UMKC-LAWMO Self-Help Law Clinic:

      1. Services Provided. The Lawyer will assist Client with: {whatKind138} issue
      2. No Fees. Client understands that he/she will not be charged any fees for the services received.
      3. Limited Scope of Representation. Client understands that after his/her appointment, he/she is representing him/herself in the matter described above and will be responsible for handling any further action that needs to be taken in the case. Neither the Lawyer, Legal Aid of Western Missouri staff, the University of Missouri-School of Law staff or students have agreed to provide representation or assistance beyond the date of the appointment or with any other legal problem. Any additional assistance will require a new signed retainer agreement with the UMKC-LAWMO Self-Help Law Clinic.
      4. Client Cooperation. Client agrees to cooperate with the Lawyer during the meeting and provide the Lawyer with all information and documents that Client has concerning the case. Client agrees to provide only truthful information in responding to interview questions, filling out forms, questionnaires or other documents.
      5. Confidentiality. Client understands that any information provided to the Lawyer is confidential to the full extent permitted by the law and required by the Missouri Rules of Professional Conduct. Client understands that information provided at the clinic may be reviewed by and shared with other members of Legal Aid of Western Missouri.
      6. Client Records. Lawyer and Client understand that Legal Aid of Western Missouri can destroy documents provided by Client seven years after today’s date. Client has been given a copy of this form to keep for his/her records.


      The UMKC LAWMO Self-Help Law Clinic offers limited scope representation. This means a volunteer attorney will assist you during your meeting (whether by phone, email, or web service). After that, it is your responsibility to proceed with your case on your own.

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      The UMKC-LAWMO Self-help Law Clinic is designed to provide information and resources for those seeking help to represent themselves in the State of Missouri. Any advice, information and forms provided to you by
      the Clinic are based on the information you have shared about your legal issue. Forms provided are not intended to take the place of legal advice. You will have the opportunity, if you choose, to talk to a volunteer attorney and receive legal advice. If you choose not to talk to an attorney, you may permanently lose important legal rights and claims.
      If, after discussing your case with a volunteer attorney, you are interested in further legal assistance or representation for your claim, the Missouri Bar maintains a “Lawyer Search” page where you can find a
      list of private attorneys. The Missouri Bar’s website: https://mobar.org/public/LawyerSearch.aspx.

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      Client understands and fully agrees to all of the terms and conditions of this agreement, including those relating to the limited scope of the Lawyer’s representation of Client.

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