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Volunteer Professor Supervisors for Mommy's Heart, Inc. to Support Abused and Neglected Children
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Volunteer Opportunity for Family Law Professor Supervisor at Mommy's Heart: Empowering Survivors through Justice
Organization Overview
Mommy's Heart, Inc. (EIN #87-4833078) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing free legal representation and mental health services to parents and children who have escaped domestic abuse and face retaliatory lawfare by their abusers in court.
The Need
The cost of legal representation is a significant barrier to justice. Parents who cannot afford an attorney are unable to adequately protect their parental rights and advocate for their children's best interests. This disparity in access to legal representation contributes to 58,000 children a year being court ordered into unsupervised contact, including sole custody arrangements, with an abusive parent. Every six days a child dies due to family court failures.
Our Mission
Mommy's Heart aims to protect and defend the fundamental rights of all fit parents to direct the care and custody of their children. We are dedicated to bringing equal access to justice to all abuse survivors.
Volunteer Opportunity
Position Title: Volunteer Family Law Professor Supervisor
Duration: Flexible, based on volunteer availability
Location: Remote, in-office, or hybrid (based on personal preference)
Position Summary
Mommy’s Heart seeks a dedicated and experienced Law Professor to volunteer as a Supervising Attorney. This unique opportunity allows you to mentor a law student in providing direct legal representation to a parent in family court, ensuring both a high level of client advocacy and an exceptional educational experience for the student. The case may involve Article X neglect/abuse proceedings, child custody disputes, visitation rights, child support matters, orders of protection, and other related family law matters.
Responsibilities
Supervise all aspects of the student's representation of the client, including:
Initial client interviews and case assessment.
Legal research and analysis.
Drafting and filing of legal documents (pleadings, motions, etc.).
Negotiation with opposing counsel.
Preparation for and attendance at court hearings and trials.
Provide guidance and feedback to the student on legal strategy, courtroom advocacy, and ethical considerations.
Review and approve all legal documents prepared by the student before filing with the court.
Attend court hearings and trials with the student and provide real-time guidance and support.
Ensure compliance with all relevant rules of professional conduct.
Maintain regular communication with the Clinic Director regarding case progress and any challenges encountered.
Potentially co-teach a seminar component related to the casework.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Active member in good standing of the State Bar.
Substantial experience in family law litigation.
Prior experience supervising or mentoring law students or junior attorneys preferred.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teaching skills.
Demonstrated commitment to pro bono legal services and social justice.
Familiarity with the ethical rules governing student practice.
Benefits
Meaningful Contribution: Directly impact the life of a parent in need of legal assistance.
Mentorship Experience: Shape the next generation of lawyers by providing invaluable practical training to a law student.
Professional Development: Stay engaged with current legal issues and hone your mentoring and teaching skills.
Recognition: Receive recognition from the Law School/Clinic for your commitment to pro bono service.
Malpractice Coverage: The Law School/Clinic will provide malpractice insurance coverage for your work as a supervising attorney.
CLE Opportunity: Opportunity to potentially obtain Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits for supervision (check with your state bar).
How to Get Involved
Interested attorneys are invited to contact Mommy's Heart at mommysheartinc@gmail.com. Please include "Volunteer Supervising Attorney Application - [Your Name]" in the subject line of your email.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of abuse survivors and helping them regain control of their futures through justice and support.
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About Mommy's Heart, Inc.
Location:
930 Fifth Avenue, 4H, New York, NY 10021, US
Mission Statement
Mommy’s Heart, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization, which provides free legal representation and mental health services to fit mothers and children, who have been subjected to intimate partner violence and have been victimized by the abuses and civil rights violations of the family court system.
Description
The family court system lacks essential domestic violence training and disproportionately favors men over women, allowing alleged abusers to weaponize the court system and use the child as a pawn to perpetuate the torture of their ex partner, who is often punished for speaking out about the abuse. In a 2019 study conducted by George Washington University Law school professor Joan S. Meier, mothers, who reported child abuse, lost custody of their children to their abusers 30 to 50 percent of the time. Custody litigation can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars and has depleted many families of the necessary resources to fight and protect the best interests of their children. High conflict custody cases further exacerbated by family court abuses and civil rights violations make finding competent legal counsel with expertise in this area that much more expensive and challenging. The stress of navigating a very dysfunctional family court system corrupted by special interests stacked against the protective mother and the safety and well-being of her child is traumatizing in and of itself, especially when that mother has just escaped an abusive partner and is now faced with the fear and possibility of losing her child to her abusive ex. Counseling and other therapeutic and supportive services by licensed mental health professionals are essential to helping these women validate their experiences, cope, heal, and maintain their emotional and psychological strength while combating a parent's worst nightmare.
CAUSE AREAS
Advocacy & Human Rights,
Children & Youth,
Justice & Legal
WHEN
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WHERE
930 5th Avenue4HNew York, NY 10021
(40.77379 ,-73.9657 )
DATE POSTED
June 23, 2025
SKILLS
- Legal (General)
- Family Law
- Child Advocacy
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Public Groups
- Private Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
Private Group Details
- Group Size Range 1 - 50+
- Event can be held virtually, at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park) or at organization location(s)
- No Donation