Tarlac State University's School of Law reaffirmed its commitment to serve the community through a partnership forged with the Provincial Government of Tarlac for free legal aid and services.
Through a memorandum of agreement signed on Wednesday afternoon (December 11) at the Diwa ng Tarlac, law student practitioners from the Marc Andrei Marcos Legal Aid Center (MAMLAC), the legal aid clinic of TSU-SOL, will offer free legal assistance to the province's indigent residents under the supervision of practicing lawyers.
The partnership, valid for the academic year 2024-2025 and renewable annually, forms part of TSU-SOL's Clinical Legal Education Program (CLEP).
Moreover, TSU law students are given the chance to gain practical knowledge through work immersion and observation activities with the PGT via its Plans, Activities, and Programs (PAPS), facilities, and expertise.
To further expand their reach, TSU-SOL law experts will also serve as guest speakers on the "Payong MaYap" radio program streamed via radio and Facebook to provide legal advice to the public.
The partnership was forged through the collaborative efforts of Tarlac Province Governor Susan A. Yap and TSU-SOL Dean Dr. Jose I. Dela Rama Jr., who were present during the signing.
The MOA signing was also attended by Tarlac second district board member Harmes S. Sembrano, Provincial Legal Officer Atty. Rey Christopher Fajardo, TSU President Dr. Arnold E. Velasco, Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Agnes M. Macaraeg, and University Legal Counsel Atty. Mariemeir I. Marcos-Rivera. (jlmm-OPA)
