CLAIMANT ASSISTANCE CLINICS
The September 11th Victim Compensation Fund has collaborated with Bar Associations, law schools, law firms, and other organizations to offer clinics that assist claimants in the filing of their claims. New clinics are scheduled on an ongoing basis. We encourage you to reference this page periodically to access the latest information. Click on a link below for details on upcoming clinics.
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March 2015
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April 2015
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City Bar Justice Center Offers Free Legal Clinics to Assist Individuals in Filing a Claim
The New York City Bar Justice Center is offering free legal clinics for individuals needing assistance in filing claims under the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF). Clinics will be facilitated by volunteer lawyers who will provide free counsel and advice to people who would like to file a claim under the VCF without an attorney. Those attending will be able to meet with an attorney who will provide information on the eligibility process and will assist in filling out the application form.
When:
March 3, 2015 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Where:
New York City Bar Association
42 West 44th Street
New York, NY 10036
Contact:
To register or request more information, please call: 1-855-885-1555
Please note: Pre-registration is required; space is limited.
NY Metropolitan Area Law Schools Offer Free Clinics to Assist Individuals in Filing a Claim
New York Metropolitan Area Law Schools are offering free clinics for individuals needing assistance in filing claims under the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF). Clinics will be facilitated by volunteer law students who will provide free assistance to people who would like to file a claim under the VCF without an attorney. Those attending will be able to meet with a law student who will provide information on the eligibility process and will assist in filling out the application form. Clinics are by appointment only.
When:
To Be Announced
Conducted by law students from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University, St. John's University School of Law and Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Where:
Nassau County Bar Association
15th & West Streets
Mineola, NY 11501
(for directions go to www.nassaubar.org)
Contact:
To register or request more information, please call: 1-855-885-1555
Please note: Pre-registration is required; space is limited.
Please visit the Claimant Clinics Archive page to reference previously held Claimant Clinics.