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LSBA Welcomes SULC Clinical Students Through Access to Justice Program
On August 21, the Louisiana State Bar Association’s (LSBA) Access to Justice (ATJ) Program had the honor of presenting at the swearing-in ceremony for Southern University Law Center (SULC) clinical students. This milestone event marked the official start of the students’ hands-on legal training, where they will represent real clients and gain practical experience under faculty supervision.
Emily Belanger, ATJ projects counsel at the Louisiana State Bar Association, addressed the students, emphasizing the critical role of access to justice in strengthening Louisiana’s legal system. She shared how the ATJ Program works to connect individuals across the state with essential civil legal services, ensuring that even those with limited resources can find support. Belanger also introduced the Modest Means Directory, a valuable resource that links low-income residents with attorneys who provide reduced-cost legal assistance.
Her remarks underscored the alignment between the ATJ Program’s mission and the work of SULC’s clinical programs, both dedicated to advancing equity, justice, and service to the community. The presentation served as both an educational opportunity and a call to action for students as they embark on their clinical journeys.
Through this collaboration, future Law Center students were reminded of the responsibility and impact that comes with their training, as well as the resources available to help them make a meaningful difference in the lives of those they will serve.
For more information on the Modest Means Directory, visit here.
To learn more about the ATJ Program, visit here.
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