Students' Legal Assistance

For over fifty years, NIU Student’s Legal Assistance has provided aid to the students of Northern Illinois University. Our office currently offers legal representation, consultation and legal presentations to the student body.

Our office encourages scheduling either an in-person or virtual meeting. To learn more about our services, contact our office by email at studentslegal@niu.edu or by scheduling an appointment. If you are experiencing a legal emergency, please come to our office located at the Peters Campus Life Building in Suite 150.

Our Free and Confidential Services

• Traffic Tickets
• Misdemeanor Criminal Charges
• City Ordinance Violations
• Landlord/ Tenant issues
• Name Changes
• Notary Services
• Contract Review
• Orders of Protection
• Presentations for Student Groups and Organizations
• Q&A Sessions for Student Organizations
• General Legal Concerns and Questions