About
Community Legal Aid (CLA) is a collaborative initiative between the University of Windsor, Faculty of Law,
and Legal Aid Ontario. For over 50 years, we have served as both a learning environment for law students and a trusted legal resource for Windsor-Essex, Ontario.
We provide free and low-cost legal services to qualified low-income residents of Windsor-Essex County as well as full-time Undergraduate students at the University of Windsor. Our clinic empowers law students to develop essential legal skills while helping individuals navigate complex legal issues.
Mission
At Community Legal Aid, our mission is to promote access to justice for low-income and vulnerable individuals. We support our clients in avoiding, preparing for, and overcoming poverty-related legal problems through legal representation, summary legal advice, and community outreach. We are equally committed to providing hands-on legal training for future lawyers.
Vision
We envision a legal clinic recognized for its reliable, high-quality legal services that are responsive to both individual needs and broader systemic issues in our community.
Values
We are guided by values that reflect our dual commitment to legal education and public service:
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Professionalism and ethics
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Excellence in client service and legal education
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Integrity and accountability
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Social responsibility and community engagement
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Resilience in addressing challenges