We are here to provide information on the law and your legal options. Student Legal & Mediation Services provides consultation on a variety of legal issues, including, but not limited to:
- Landlord-Tenant Concerns
- Criminal Law
- Family Law/Child Support
- Consumer Law
- Contract Law
- Simple Wills
- Name Changes
Make an appointment to meet with the attorney to discuss your concern. If consultation reveals your legal question is of a complex nature requiring legal representation, we will advise you how to find an attorney with the appropriate expertise.
We cannot provide representation or counsel on issues involving:
- Sam Houston State University**
- More than one student attending Sam Houston State University; although mediation may be an option to consider
- Ongoing litigation
**If you have an issue with faculty, staff, or a department on campus, their contact information may be located in the University Directory. Also, consult the Student Handbook for information.
These are some common issues and the departments that students can contact:
| Issues | SHSU Department | Phone Number |
| Enrollment | Enrollment Management | 936-294-1345 |
| Residence Hall or On-Campus Housing | Residence Life | 936-294-1812 |
| Disciplinary Issues | Dean of Students Office | 936-294-1785 |
| Grade Appeals/Disputes | Academic Affairs | 936-294-1001 |
| SHSU Parking Ticket Appeals | Public Safety Services | 936-294-1790 |
| Financial Advice | Student Money Management Center | 936-294-2600 |
| Student Organizations | Leadership Initiatives | 936-294-3861 |
| Tuition | Financial Aid | 936-294-1774 |
Additionally, these are some other useful SHSU departments to contact:
| SHSU Department | Phone Number |
| Office of Equity and Inclusion (Title IX) | 936-294-3026 |
| Vice President of Student Affairs | 936-294-1784 |