JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER TEAM
Learn How You Can Make a Difference as a Volunteer Attorney
Are you a lawyer looking to give back to the community? Join us for an interest session to learn more about volunteering with DC Volunteer Lawyers Project. Whether you’re an experienced attorney or new to pro bono work, your skills can provide critical legal support to survivors of domestic violence, vulnerable children, and immigrant communities.
Date: January 15, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 12:45 PM
Location: Zoom
Register Here
Volunteer Opportunities
- Represent survivors in obtaining Civil Protection Orders (CPOs) to ensure their safety and independence.
- Assist clients in complex family law matters, including custody, divorce, and child support, helping survivors build stable futures.
- Serve as a court-appointed Guardian ad Litem (GAL) representing the best interests of at-risk children.
- Provide legal services to immigrant survivors of domestic violence and gender-based violence.
- Offer brief legal advice to survivors in our clinics, where they can receive guidance on protection orders, family law, and immigration matters.
Who Should Attend?
- Attorneys interested in pro bono work
- New attorneys looking for meaningful ways to use their skills
- Stay-at-home parents who have paused their legal careers but are interested in re-engaging through meaningful pro bono work
- Attorneys experienced in family law, domestic violence cases, or immigration law
- Lawyers seeking volunteer opportunities with comprehensive support and training
Our Volunteer Model
- Training: Volunteers receive specialized training in family law, domestic violence advocacy, immigration law, and trauma-informed legal practice.
- Supervision: Every volunteer is paired with a supervising attorney who provides guidance throughout your case, ensuring you have the support you need.
- Resources: Volunteers have access to a wide range of legal manuals, sample pleadings, and expert advice, equipping you with everything needed to represent clients effectively.
