GRADUATE STUDENT LEGAL AID

We are here to help you.

If you are currently registered as a graduate student at the University of Maryland College Park, we require that you complete this intake form to request an appointment for the following services:


  • Legal consultation with our attorney - click here to see matters that we can and cannot address
  • University charge and Title IX consultations with an advocate - click here to see how we can assist you
  • Notary services - click here for details


This form is not for:

  • requests for return appointments for ongoing issues; please email glao@umd.edu to request a return appointment
  • immigration consultation requests. Click here for details.
  • undergraduate students. Visit Undergraduate Student Legal Aid.
  • non-students, as they are not eligible for our services. Click here for resources.


Your responses to this form are secure and confidential. Legal Aid is a confidential resource as designated by the University of Maryland, and you are protected by attorney-client privilege.


Our staff will review your submission and reply with an invitation to schedule an appointment or other resources/referrals. If you have any questions, please email glao@umd.edu, or call us at 301-405-5807.


Finally, we operate a part-time office, and we make every effort to respond to requests and inquiries as quickly as possible. Our office hours are: Mon: 11am - 5pm, Tue: 9am -3pm, Wed: 9am - 5pm, and Thur: 9am - 3pm. We are closed on Fridays and when UMCP closes for holidays or inclement weather.