CLE Day 2023 - "Protecting the Rights of Clients"
About the Course
"Protecting the Rights of Clients" is a 6-credit Continuing Legal Education (CLE) course aimed at attorneys, paralegals, and law students interested in learning more about pro bono and civil legal aid. Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic staff attorneys and trusted volunteers will present on a diverse set of topics, including immigration, taxpayer protections, equitable justice, housing law, and more.
Attendance will be monitored throughout the day, and credits will be reported for all Indiana-licensed attorneys following the CLE. Certification of attendance can be provided for paralegals and law students upon request.
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Resources
CLE Day 2023 Program
Right to Avoid Probate
Taxpayer Bill of Rights
Taxpayer Roadmap
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The House on Mango Street
by Sandra Cisneros
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TICKETS: $10/ea
We have 50 FREE copies of The House on Mango Street for the first 50 individuals who opt in. You do not need to buy tickets to a session to be eligible to receive a free copy of this book.