Appointments
Our preferred mode of contact is the website request form. However, you may also reach us by calling (970) 491-1482.
Other Ways to Reach Us
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Student Legal Services (SLS) have a Notary?
No, but you can find a notary service available at many locations, including most banks. We also know that local UPS store locations offer this service. We recommend these on-campus locations:
- First National Bank in the Lory Student Center
Room 246
970-494-5216
https://www.fnbo.com/
*No account with the bank is needed. No charge for this service. No appointment is needed. - Canvas Credit Union in the Lory Student Center
Room 271
303-691-2345
https://www.canvas.org/about-us/locations/csu-lory-student-center
*No charge for this service. No appointment is needed.
How do I get Started with Student Legal Services (SLS)?
There is no wrong way to access our services. Please feel free to access our services by:
- Requesting an appointment online. Someone from our office will call you back and complete an intake interview with you over the phone.
- Calling our front desk at 970-491-1482 and complete a short intake interview with our staff. Please leave a voicemail if the staff are not available.
- Coming into our office location in the Lory Student Center, Room 274 (next to the CSU Bookstore and across the hall from the Ram Card Office) and complete an intake interview with one of our staff.
Once you have completed the intake interview (usually 5-10 minutes), depending on the type of questions you have for the attorney, we may request documentation related to your case. Once the attorney has had a chance to review the documents, a staff member will reach out to you to schedule an appointment with the attorney (usually within a day or two. Scheduling depends on the time of year and may take longer if demand for services is high).
What is an "intake" or "intake interview," and why is it needed?
An intake interview is a simple 5-10 minute conversation you will complete with a Student Legal Services staff member (most likely our front desk staff) prior to your appointment with the attorney. Your intake interview will be confidential to our office and will include the details of your case that will be relevant for the appointment you will have with the attorney. Depending on the type of case, our office will have a set of pre-determined questions the attorney will want to cover before your appointment. As a general rule, our staff will be asking you the Who, What, When, Where, and Why of your case, as well as the general goal or central question(s) you have for the attorney. This allows the attorney to organize and prioritize your time together and to make the most of your appointment.
Can I have a same-day appointment?
Unfortunately, no. We are not currently able to accommodate same day appointments. The attorneys need time to review the facts of your case to give you the best advice possible!
Can you help me if I have an issue against CSU? Can you help me fight a grade I disagree with?
No. SLS is an entity of Colorado State University (CSU) and this would generally be a conflict of interest for our office. We cannot help with actions against CSU, but we will get you connected with the correct resources!
Most of the time, if your department head or dean are unable to help, support for students seeking actions against/appealing decisions/disagreements with CSU can be navigated with the help of the following offices (click on their websites for a full list of their services to students):
- Student Case Management: https://studentcasemanagement.colostate.edu/
- Student Resolution Center: https://resolutioncenter.colostate.edu/
- Student Disability Center (Accommodations and Support Towards Learning): https://disabilitycenter.colostate.edu/
Can you help with Power of Attorney (POA) documents?
Yes! And an appointment is not required; we will simply email you the forms you need to fill out! Please request your POA through our website.
Who is eligible for services from SLS?
We can assist any current CSU undergraduate and graduate student who is “fee paying”.
Do you help alumni?
We may provide one (1) courtesy appointment in the semester immediately following your graduation, depending on your legal question.
Can you assist CSU staff?
No, because we are student fee funded, SLS can only support fee paying students. If you are faculty or staff, we recommend accessing your CSU Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, which offers legal assistance. For more information, please follow this link or ask your Human Resources representative: https://hr.colostate.edu/employee-assistance-program/
Are you open during winter break, spring break, and summer?
Yes! We might have adjusted hours or may be working remotely, but we are open year-round!
Does Student Legal Services (SLS) provide personal legal representation or go to court with me?
No. We are advice only. Our office provides access, advice, and assistance. We will help you with each step of your process.
Are your services confidential?
Yes! You are protected by the attorney client privilege which means our services are confidential and we will not share your information without your express written consent.
I'm accepted as a CSU student but have not started yet. Can I access SLS?
Yes. Generally, you will have needed to have received your student CSU ID number prior to any appointment.
Can you help me with my financial aid questions or disputes and appeals?
No. Unfortunately, we are unable to assist students with Financial Aid matters. We recommend that you work directly with the following offices:
- The Hub: https://thehub.colostate.edu/contact-us/
- Student Case Management (may be able to help navigate CSU processes/systems): https://studentcasemanagement.colostate.edu/
Are all appointments in-person?
No. Appointments are available in person or virtually through Zoom.
How long does the intake process take?
Our intake process will usually take 5-10 minutes.
How long is an appointment with an attorney?
As the client, you will be allotted an hour appointment with the attorney. Additional appointments are available, depending on the case.
Am I only allowed one appointment per semester or year?
No. There is not a limit on appointments or types of cases per semester or year. Each case is different, and every student/client will discuss the best next steps with the attorney.
