Who We Help
Our clients are low-income residents of Windsor, Essex County, and full-time undergraduate students at the University of Windsor, who require assistance with matters within our practice areas.
To qualify for help from CLA, you must meet Legal Aid Ontario’s financial eligibility requirements.
If you don't qualify, we may be able to connect you with other helpful resources, but we can't guarantee referrals
Areas We Help In
Provincial Offences
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Driving while licence suspended
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Driving without insurance
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Careless driving
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Failing to stop or yield
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Speeding
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Municipal by-law infractions
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Provincial Offences under the Highway Traffic Act or Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
Criminal Offences
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Theft, mischief or fraud under $5,000
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Possession of narcotics
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Trespass of property
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Assault
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Harassment
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Uttering threats
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Domestic violence charges
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Mental Health Court
Student Misconduct
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Academic and non-academic integrity appeals
Housing
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Repairs and maintenance issues
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Tenant's rights
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Disputes with co-tenants
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Appearances before the Landlord and Tenant Board
Small Claims
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You are being sued for more than $500, up to $10,000
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You want to sue for damages of more than $500, up to $10,000
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You're involved in a Consumer Protection dispute of more than $500, up to $10,000
Elder Law
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Financial fraud and manipulation
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Physical abuse and intimidation
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Estate and Will advice only
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Beneficiary rights
Employment Law
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Employment standards
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Wrongful dismissal
Family Law
In relation to custody, access, and child support:
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Summary advice only, for biological parents, legal parents and guardians
Workshops and Sessions
We provide legal workshops and information sessions upon request.