Self-Help Litigant Intake:

UMKC-LAWMO SELF-HELP LAW CLINIC

Limited Scope Retainer Agreement

 
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.

Date: Date*  

Signature: Signature*