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NIU Civil Justice Clinic | NIU College of Law - Zeke Giorgi Legal Clinic

401 West State Street, Suite 600, Rockford, IL 61101

Eligibility

Individuals must be unable to afford representation or legal services from a private attorney

Required documents

Call for details

(815) 520-2874
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Alternative Phone

(815) 962-9980
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Main Phone

Application process

Individuals must be screened for eligibility and meet income guidelines, acceptance based on availability of law students and clinic resources

Fees

None, however, clients are responsible for court costs and fees

Service area

Rockford, IL

Provides legal representation to survivors of abuse in order of protection matters in Winnebago County, Illinois. The NIU Civil Justice Clinic also drafts basic estate planning documents such as a Last Will and Testament, Power of Attorney for Property, and Power of Attorney for Healthcare for clients who are elderly, living with disabilities, or survivors of abuse.

Last assured

08/07/2025

Providing organization

NIU College of Law - Zeke Giorgi Legal Clinic

Offers law students to provide legal advice and referrals, where appropriate, to community members.

NIU Civil Justice Clinic | NIU College of Law - Zeke Giorgi Legal Clinic