While adults get free legal aid, kids will enjoy bouncing in giant inflatables and eating free hot dogs and ice cream. Local radio personalities will broadcast live and local musicians will perform.
For the 25th consecutive year, Birmingham-based law firm Goodwin & Scieszka is sponsoring a free legal aid clinic called “Law Day.” On Saturday, June 9, 25 attorneys will donate their time to give free legal advice on all areas of the law. In addition to pro bono counseling, visitors get free hot dogs, prizes (including 3 bicycles), and free bike safety helmets for all children.
Since the event began, Goodwin & Scieszka have donated 10,000 free safety helmets. Every child attending will also be entered to win one of 3 BMX bikes to be given away. Other prizes include Tiger baseball tickets.
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Last year, 500 people attended and half received a free confidential legal consultation. Attorney Scott Goodwin says, “This is a great chance to give back to the community.” Lawyers Weekly recently selected Goodwin as “Lawyer of the Year,” and DBbusiness magazine included the firm in their “Top Lawyers” list. Other titles include Michigan “Super Lawyer” and the rating of “AV Preeminent” from Martindale-Hubbell.
Background: Scott Goodwin founded the Goodwin & Scieszka Law Center in Birmingham with his partner, Jim Scieszka, in 1986. The firm is located at 999 Haynes, Suite 385, Birmingham, MI, 48009.
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Law Day Facts: Rain or shine, the event is Saturday, June 9, 11am to 4pm, free to all ages. Goodwin & Scieszka is located in Birmingham at 999 Haynes directly behind Border’s Books on Woodward just south of Maple.
Contacts: Attorney Scott Goodwin can be reached at his office at 248-644-4529 or via email at SGLAW@aol.com.
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