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Legal Counseling Advocate Assistant
ORGANIZATION: Tubman
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Organization
For 40 years, Tubman has been leading the way to hope for women, men, youth and families who have experienced relationship violence, sexual exploitation, addiction, mental health challenges or other trauma. We provide countless ways to help including safe shelter, legal services, mental and chemical health counseling, elder abuse resources, youth programs, community education and much more. w ww.tubman.org
We encourage applications from people of color, all genders, multilingual speakers, veterans and those who have disabilities.
Role Summary
The Legal Counseling Advocate is responsible for assisting volunteer attorneys with providing pro se assistance and some legal services such as drafting of court documents, coaching on how to file paperwork, preparation for court appearances, etc. to low-income clients who come to Tubman’s Self-Represented Legal Clinic for support and resources.
Impact & Benefits
-Provide services that enable individuals to navigate the legal system and identify available community resources
-Gain experience drafting court documents and working with clients in family court cases
-Gain experience working with family law attorneys providing limited legal services to a diverse group of clients
Position Responsibilities
-Assist attorney with preparation of court documents prior to self-representation
-Assist clients with organizing, documenting and gathering information, drafting documents for review by attorney, and providing resources and referrals
-Complete paperwork and administrative tasks; communicate and collaborate with Tubman’s Legal Services program staff
Position Qualifications
-2 nd or 3 rd year Law Student, Professional Paralegal, or similar experience
-Working knowledge in preparation of court documents, family law issues, legal resources
-Good communication, organization, and time management skills
-Ability and willingness to listen actively and respond appropriately to clients while maintaining confidentiality
-Ability to work with diverse teams and clients to foster a culturally inclusive environment
-Access to reliable transportation and ability to travel to Tubman sites
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About Tubman
Location:
4432 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407, US
Mission Statement
To advance opportunities for change so that every person can experience safety, hope, and healing.
Description
For more than 45 years, Tubman has helped people of all ages, all genders, and all cultural backgrounds struggling with relationship violence, substance abuse, mental health, and other forms of trauma. Throughout the Twin Cities, Tubman provides safe shelter, legal services, counseling, youth programming, and community education. Last year, we helped about 17,700 people in Hennepin, Ramsey, and Washington counties and the surrounding area, get the support and information they need to experience safety, hope, and healing.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4432 Chicago Avenue SouthMinneapolis, MN 55407
DATE POSTED
January 17, 2019
SKILLS
- Legal (General)
- Conflict Resolution
- Family Law
- Advocacy
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 3-6 hours per month with a 9 month minimum commitment preferred. Friday morning availability needed.
- Supervision & Training -Attend Tubman’s Volunteer and Intern Orientation and Training series -Supervision provided by the Legal Services Team