Community Law Office

AKA:

Public Defender's Office

Description:

Community Law Office's mission is driven by an understanding that most of the criminal behavior in the community is symptomatic of other personal, psychological, and social dynamics. The Community Law Office is able to advocate for a fair and just process within the criminal justice system, while also increasing the clients' self-sufficiency and integration into the community, to positively impact the quality of life in Knox County.

Hours:

Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Intake Process:

- Referrals are accepted for the Homeless Veterans and Civilians Legal Assistance Initiative (HVCLAI) only. All other Legal services offered through social services are for individuals represented by the CLO.

- For HVCLAI, the client must have an application with affidavit of indigence submitted by case manager by deadline before quarterly session date.

More Details:
The initiative will serve approximately fifteen (15) individuals per quarter. To be eligible individuals must be:
- Pre-registered with a completed application submitted two weeks prior to the session defining the request and describing indigency. Representatives from the District Attorney and Public Defender offices will review these pre-registration applications. When the individual is represented by private counsel, the representing attorney must convey consent for participation.
- Working with a case manager to implement a case plan that is focused on accessing and maintaining permanent housing. The need for legal relief must be identified in the case plan as a factor in obtaining housing or employment. Follow-up by case managers will provide outcome measurement (i.e., did the granting of relief or waivers improve access to housing or employment?).

Program Fees:

Unknown

Languages:

Unknown

Eligibility:

- Max capacity per clinic is 15 homeless individuals.
- HVCLAI is for indigent, homeless clients who have case managers.

Handicap Accessible?

No

Is Shelter?

No

Address Listings

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Legal Status:

City/County(Parish)