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Access to Justice for All in Hamilton
The Hamilton Community Legal Clinic is a non-profit community legal clinic funded by Legal Aid Ontario, dedicated to providing access to justice for low-income residents of Hamilton, Ontario. Formed in 2010 through the amalgamation of three local clinics, we have a long history of serving the community’s most vulnerable members. Our mission is to provide high-quality legal services that address the root causes of poverty and inequality. Whether you are facing eviction, having trouble with social assistance, or need help with a disability claim, our team is here to help.
Essential Legal Services
We provide free legal advice and representation in specific areas of law that impact the daily lives of low-income individuals. We also engage in community development and law reform to create systemic change.
- Housing Law: We assist tenants facing eviction, maintenance issues, and disputes with landlords to prevent homelessness.
- Income Maintenance: We help clients navigate the appeals process for Ontario Works (OW), Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), and Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPP-D) benefits.
- Worker’s Compensation: We represent injured workers in appeals to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB).
- Human Rights: We provide advice and representation for individuals who have experienced discrimination in housing, employment, or services.
- Immigration and Refugee Law: We assist with refugee claims, humanitarian and compassionate applications, and deportation defense.
- Employment Law: We help workers recover unpaid wages and fight wrongful dismissal.
Central Location on Main Street
Our clinic is centrally located at 100 Main Street East, in the heart of downtown Hamilton. This location ensures that we are accessible to clients from across the city, including the Mountain, Stoney Creek, and Dundas. As a designated bilingual agency, we offer services in both English and French, and can arrange for interpretation in other languages. We are committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive space for Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Committed to Community
We believe that justice should not be a privilege. Our services are free of charge for those who qualify based on financial need. If you are struggling with a legal issue and cannot afford to hire a lawyer, the Hamilton Community Legal Clinic is your resource for advocacy and support.
We don’t just practice law; we work to build a more just and equitable Hamilton for everyone.
Contact the Hamilton Community Legal Clinic today to see if you qualify for our services. We are here to listen, advise, and advocate for your rights.
Specializing In
Tenant Rights, ODSP Appeals, Refugee Claims, Workers Compensation, Human Rights
Address & Location
Hamilton Community Legal Clinic, 100 Main Street East, Suite 203, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Z3
Building Location
The clinic is located in a high-rise office building on the south side of Main Street East, between Catharine Street and John Street. It is near the Hamilton City Centre.
Suite Access
Enter the building through the main lobby. Take the elevators to the 2nd floor. The clinic is located in Suite 203.
Parking Details
Paid public parking is available in nearby lots and garages, including the City Hall lot and street parking on surrounding streets.
Public Transit
The location is a major transit hub, easily accessible via numerous HSR bus routes that stop along Main Street East and at the nearby MacNab Terminal.
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