Pro Se Custody Clinics

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NWLS offers clinic-type programs for eligible clients wishing to initiate an action to obtain an order, modify an existing order, or relocate to another county. The custody clinic classes are conducted by NWLS staff attorneys and clients are provided with guidance, blank forms, and instructions on filing a pro se action.

Custody Clinics are currently available in the following counties. Before attending a Clinic you will need to contact our Central Intake Unit to apply, as we do not accommodate walk-ins.

Erie County: Two Fridays a month

Crawford County: Twice a month

McKean County: One Monday and Thursday a month

Mercer County: Two Mondays a month

Venango County: Two Thursdays a month

Warren County: One Thursday a month

Potter County: One Monday a month

Elk County: One Thursday a month

Cameron County: One Thursday a month

Forest County: One Thursday a month

If you are interested in attending a clinic class in one of our counties, contact our Central intake Unit to see if you are eligible at call (800) 665-6957 or (814) 452-6957 or apply online.

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