Legal Clinic

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The CARE Center of New Jersey's Legal Clinic is dedicated to strengthening communities in New Jersey by providing accessible, top-tier legal advocacy. Our mission is to promote social justice and equity by actively addressing systemic barriers to justice, while upholding the rights and dignity of those who may be marginalized and underserved.

Through our partnership with Christ Church and other community allies, we're committed to meeting social justice needs through an integrative and holistic approach.

Are you interested in using our services or partnering with us? Sign up for an upcoming seminar or help us empower those in need by serving in the Legal Clinic today!

Our Approach

We take an integrative approach in meeting the social justice needs of the marginalized by providing a suite of services through The CARE Center in partnership with Christ Church and other community partners. The provided services range from mental health counseling, career pathways, a clothing thrift store, and medical referral services.

Who Can Benefit

Our services are dedicated to offering consultation, information, and referrals to individuals navigating legal matters, especially those facing economic hardship. Our services will cater specifically to civil matters, providing support to those who may struggle to afford legal assistance.

Disclaimer: This seminar is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide and should not be considered as legal advice.
Focus Areas
  • Debt collection, bankruptcy, etc.
  • Domestic violence
  • Education (including special education)
  • Employment (including unpaid wages)
  • Expungements of criminal records
  • Family law (including child custody and child support)
  • Foreclosure (on a house you live in or own)
  • Health care (including Medicaid and Medicare issues)
  • Landlord/tenant (including eviction)
  • Immigration
  • Public and government benefits
  • Taxes (including earned income tax credit and unpaid taxes)
  • Unemployment insurance claims
  • Other

Seminars

The Legal Clinic provides in-person and virtual seminars throughout the year to address equity, advocacy, and justice-related issues for under-resourced people. These comprehensive training sessions help participants learn to make informed decisions while safeguarding their human and legal rights from discriminatory and unlawful practices.

Next Seminar

Navigating Family Court
Sat., May 4 | 10:00–11:30am

(Check-in @ 9:30am)

Christ Church Rockaway

140 Green Pond Road, Rockaway, NJ 07866

Free Registration
Who Is This For?

Are you navigating the complexities of the New Jersey Family Court system? Join us for an insightful event designed to demystify the process. Whether you're facing domestic violence issues or seeking child support and custody, our expert panel is here to help you.

Why Attend?

Consult with Experts

Learn from experienced legal professionals specialized in family law.

Free Legal Information

Gain access to essential legal information without any cost.

Empower Yourself

Equip yourself with knowledge to confidently navigate the court system.

Open to All

This event welcomes attendees from all regions, regardless of residency.

What to Expect?

Our expert panel will address frequently asked questions, using their wealth of knowledge and experience, to help you understand the various nuances of the NJ Family Court system.

Register Now

Don't miss this opportunity to empower yourself with crucial legal knowledge! Register now to secure your spot.

Free Registration

Serve in the Legal Clinic!

Are you ready to serve the broader community by using your skills to help those experiencing economic hardship? Our focus lies in civil matters, providing vital support to individuals who may struggle to access legal aid. Your expertise can help us further our mission of extending compassion and support to those in need. By volunteering for this initiative, you can make a significant impact on the lives of individuals facing legal hurdles.

Learn More & Sign Up

We have the right volunteer opportunity for you!

We rely on our incredible CARE Team volunteers to serve our guests through a variety of CARE Center programs and would love to help you get connected to a serving role that fits your gifts and interests.

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