Printable
Court Clerk Public Notice
on Legal Information vs. Legal Advice
This public notice was written and created by the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission and approved by the Arkansas Supreme Court Committee on the Unauthorized Practice of Law in April 2025. It is intended to help both court staff and the public understand the important difference between legal information and legal advice.
While many courthouses display signs that simply state “No Legal Advice,” this notice offers more clarity. It explains what clerks can do—like providing forms or helping people navigate the court system—and what they cannot do, such as interpreting the law or advising someone on what to say in court. The goal is to promote better communication and empower both the public and court staff with shared expectations.
We encourage clerks and court administrators to print and post this notice in visible areas of their offices. It is available in multiple colors to suit your office’s preferences.
Below is a preview of the notice in English and Spanish. Click the link beneath the image to download a print-ready PDF.
Kiosk Training Video
This program, brought to you by Arkansas Access to Justice, is designed to provide librarians, clerks, and court staff with the tools and knowledge to help patrons navigate legal resources. This session is approximately one hour long.
Who Is This Training For?
This training is designed for:
- Librarians
- Clerks
- Court staff
- Anyone supporting the use of kiosks, whether on physical kiosk computers or library computers with kiosk software.
Court Staff Guidebook
Our comprehensive Court Staff Guidebook is available for download. This guide aims to empower court personnel with the knowledge and tools necessary to assist the public effectively while staying within the bounds of their roles.
This guide presents eight ways that court staff can assist in providing legal information to the public. The services covered include:
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