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Downtown Legal Services (University of Toronto law students' free legal clinic)

You likely qualify if: Live in the City of Toronto; Low income, or a U of T full-time student.

Free. Never pay anyone to apply.

Call 416-978-6447 Send to someone who needs this Checked on October 9, 2026 on the official page

What you get

A free legal clinic run by U of T law students under the watch of lawyers. It helps with criminal, refugee and immigration, employment, housing, family, disability and income security, and prison law.

Who qualifies:

Live in the City of Toronto
Low income, or a U of T full-time student

What you need to apply:

Details of your legal problem
Income and family size

Program in Toronto.

Legal help Money, grants & charity

Details

How to reach them

Apply on their website.
Questions? 416-978-6447
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Where else they are

Their website is downtownlegalservices.ca/intake.

Good to know

For whomPeople in the City of Toronto with a low income, and full-time University of Toronto students.
CostFree
LanguagesEnglish
Their stepsCall the intake line or fill out the online intake form. Wait for a reply, which comes within 3 business days. Answer questions about your case and income so they can see if they can help.

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