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Entrepreneurial Law Clinic offered by University of Washington's Law School Clinics

Entrepreneurial Law Clinic offered by University of Washington's Law School Clinics

Under the supervision of pro-bono attorneys and business advisors, law students provide legal and business counseling to low-income entrepreneurs throughout the Pacific Northwest. The Entrepreneurial Law Clinic is part of the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s Law School Clinic Certification Program which means that our client’s patents and trademark applications may be reviewed on an expedited basis. Also helps those who are independent contractors and self-employed with home-based businesses.

Physical Address

Hours

M-F, 9am-5pm.

Application process

Visit website for an application and more information.   No drop-ins accepted.   Program operates January-May.

Fee

One-time $50 Administrative Fee.

Eligibility

Those with a business plan, or who are willing to create one, or who are unable to afford needed legal services.  Income eligibility is determined by considering personal income and expenses and, if applicable, business income and expenses. Size of family, access to credit and capital, and the benefit that the proposed business will provide the community will also be considered when determining eligibility.

Languages

Interpreter services

Agency info

University of Washington's Law School Clinics

Provides free legal assistance to the public in areas such as entrepreneurial issues, federal tax cases and works to free innocent prisoners in Washington state. Also provides mediation for a number of issues.