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5 people are interested
Promote access to justice! Illinois JusticeCorps Program in Chicago
ORGANIZATION: Illinois JusticeCorps
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5 people are interested
Illinois JusticeCorps is an innovative program through which participants serve as guides to make courts across Illinois more welcoming and less intimidating for people without lawyers.
Illinois JusticeCorps recruits, trains and provides the necessary support for participants to provide this procedural and navigational assistance.
It is an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking a future in the legal or public service sector, and it is a fun and flexible work environment!
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About Illinois JusticeCorps
Location:
N/A, Chicago, IL 60604, US
Mission Statement
Illinois JusticeCorps is an innovative program through which students serve as guides to make courts across Illinois more welcoming and less intimidating for people without lawyers.
Description
Illinois JusticeCorps is an innovative program that enhances access to justice for the growing number of unrepresented people in the courts by empowering and training student volunteers to help people without lawyers navigate the court system by providing legal information and procedural guidance.
People coming to court without lawyers often do not know where to go, what to ask for or who to see for documents. They often are confused, intimidated and scared. JusticeCorps members serve as guides to make the courts more welcoming and less intimidating to people who are navigating this complex and daunting system. JusticeCorps assistance allows people to accomplish the purpose of their visit more efficiently. Members receive thorough training, including about the activities in the courthouse, available resources and the difference between legal information and advice.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
50 W. Washington StreetChicago, IL 60602
DATE POSTED
November 22, 2016
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 300 hours during the course of the calendar year