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Sep 19, 2024
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LAW 7561 - Consumer Advocacy Project
Credits: 5
Students work with area consumers to assist in resolving a variety of disputes such as deceptive trade practices, credit matters, and debt collection. Student representation generally includes intake, analysis, and evaluation for informal dispute resolution or advice for consumer self-help. Students advise and counsel a client and may evaluate disputes for possible litigation and referral, as appropriate, to local attorneys or to the SMU Civil Clinic. In addition, students may engage in advocacy and research on behalf of client groups, and organize and present community outreach education programs. The project specializes in representing Spanish-speaking consumers from initial intake through informal or formal mediation. Accordingly, when necessary, students work with consumers with the aid of an interpreter. Students need not be fluent in Spanish to enroll. Prerequisites: Completion of 44 credit hours and good academic standing.
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