Legal Counseling Advocate Volunteer

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The Legal Counseling Advocate assists clients and attorneys at legal advice clinics focusing on divorce, child custody and other family law issues. Volunteer for 4-8 hours a month, 1 year commitment preferred. Evening or Friday morning availability needed. Legal advice clinics are located throughout the greater Twin Cities area.

Impact:

• Assist in providing legal services to those with limited access.
• Provide services that enable individuals to better navigate the legal system and community resources.

Benefits:

• Gain experience working with a diverse group of clients with regard to family law issues and community resources.
• Be part of a committed team of professionals in the non-profit sector.

Position Qualifications:

• Completion of Tubman’s Volunteer and Intern training series.
• Interest in family law issues and legal resources.
• Ability and willingness to listen actively, and respond appropriately to clients.
• Awareness of issues affecting our clients and their families.
• Awareness of and respect for diversity.
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality.
• Access to reliable transportation and ability to travel to various Tubman sites.
• Spanish-speakers encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Please apply by submitting your application on our website http://www.tubman.org/get-involved/volunteer.html

About Tubman:

Tubman’s philosophy is rooted in our inspiration and namesake, Harriet Tubman. Facing unrelenting adversities, Harriet Tubman encouraged others to simply "Keep going." Each year, Tubman offers safety, healing and hope to over 30,000 people of all ages who are facing violence, exploitation, homelessness, addiction or mental health challenges. Our culturally responsive services are rooted in decades of research, innovation, experience, and partnership. Incorporating feedback from the people we serve and the community, Tubman provides countless ways to help. To learn more, please visit www.tubman.org. We encourage applications from people of color, multilingual speakers, all genders, veterans and people with disabilities.