Detroit Mercy Law Clinic - Detroit, MI

Serving the Community Through Legal Advocacy

Detroit Mercy Law, through its renowned George J. Asher Law Clinic Center, provides vital legal services to the residents of Detroit while training the next generation of ethical and skilled attorneys. Located in the heart of downtown Detroit, our clinical program allows upper-level law students, working under the strict supervision of experienced faculty attorneys, to represent clients who might otherwise be unable to afford legal counsel. 🏛️ We are committed to the Jesuit tradition of service and social justice, ensuring that the legal system works for everyone, not just the powerful.

Comprehensive Clinical Services

Our clinics operate like a high-quality law firm, handling real cases in state and federal courts. We offer a wide range of specialized legal assistance to the community.

• Criminal Trial Clinic: We provide defense for misdemeanor cases in district courts, ensuring fair representation for those facing criminal charges. We also assist with record expungements to help citizens get a fresh start.
• Immigration Law Clinic: Our team represents immigrants in removal proceedings and assists with asylum claims, fighting to keep families together and protect vulnerable individuals.
• Veterans Law Clinic: We are proud to serve those who served our country. We assist veterans in obtaining disability benefits and resolving family and housing legal issues.
• Housing Law: We advocate for tenants facing eviction and assist with home foreclosure prevention, helping to stabilize neighborhoods in Detroit.

Education and Justice Combined

When you seek help from Detroit Mercy Law Clinic, you are getting a team of dedicated student-attorneys who are eager to fight for your cause, backed by the expertise of seasoned professors. 📚 This unique model allows us to give every case the time and detailed attention it deserves. We also offer specialized assistance in areas like trademark law for local entrepreneurs and appellate advocacy.

Access to Justice

If you are in need of legal assistance and cannot afford a private attorney, Detroit Mercy Law may be able to help. Contact our clinic to see if you qualify for our services. 🤝 We are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of Detroiters, one case at a time.