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Legal Counseling Advocate - Self-Represented Legal Clinic
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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
- 2 nd or 3 rd year law student, professional paralegal, or similar experience
- Previous experience independently preparing family court documents and a working knowledge of family law issues and 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
- 3-12 hours per month with a 9 month minimum commitment preferred.
- Weekday evening or Friday morning availability needed.
- Attend Tubman’s Volunteer and Intern Orientation and Training series
- Supervision provided by the Legal Services Team
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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
November 16, 2020
SKILLS
- Legal (General)
- Paralegal
- Advocacy
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 3-12 hours per month with a 9 month minimum commitment preferred. Friday morning availability needed.
- Attend Tubman’s Volunteer and Intern Orientation and Training series.