Are you looking for a way to use your law degree? Are you interested in doing pro bono work but don’t know where to start? DC Volunteer Lawyers Project is […]
Important updates have recently been made to DC Superior Court’s Domestic Relations Branch operations, and certain court proceedings will begin to transition from being held virtually to in-person again. Details […]
Before an exhibit can be offered into evidence, you must prove to the Court that it is authentic, which is known as laying the foundation. In this training, volunteers will learn how to effectively lay the necessary foundation to prove the authenticity of exhibits. Please note, this training series is intended for newly registered and […]
In this training, volunteers will develop skills to properly impeach or refresh the recollection of a witness when representing clients in protection order or family law cases. Please note, this training series is intended for newly registered and active DCVLP volunteers. To register as a volunteer, visit www.dcvlp.org/register. (function(d, s) { var js, el = d.getElementsByTagName(s); […]
In this training, volunteers will learn the essentials of courtroom objections and build skills to prepare for objections well before trial — so you can make and respond to objections with confidence, knowledge, and adequate preparation. Please note, this training series is intended for newly registered and active DCVLP volunteers. To register as a volunteer, […]
Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) were enacted in 2019 by the DC Council to create a new form of protection aimed at preventing gun violence. Like most “red flag” laws, this measure permits law enforcement to seek a restraining order against an individual who would be a danger to themselves or others if they possess […]
Are you looking for a way to use your law degree? Are you interested in doing pro bono work but don’t know where to start? DC Volunteer Lawyers Project is […]
Join us for our very first Book Club conversation! This gathering is intended to support DCVLP efforts in cultivating community. We will be discussing the book A Woman Is No […]
We are excited to announce our long-awaited return to in-person trainings! New and veteran volunteers are invited to join us for a full-day CPO workshop series on Thursday, February 2nd, […]
In this training, volunteer attorneys will learn to help domestic violence survivors and their children find long-term safety and stability through a permanent custody and/or divorce order. Major topics covered […]
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