KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Attorney assists victims of domestic violence who attend the weekly legal advocacy clinics.
- The attorney will help victims understand:
- Colorado Family law
- Provide guidance as to their rights
- Proper court procedures for pro se individuals.
INITIAL IMPACT
- Our organization’s constituents will receive premier service and be connected with the best Family Tree staff member to meet their needs.
SUSTAINED OUTCOME
- Family Tree constituents will have an enjoyable first impression of the organization.
- Volunteer Attorneys will demonstrate the value and effective volunteer engagement and attract additional volunteers that can help build Family Tree’s capacity
TRAINING & SUPPORT
- We encourage volunteer attorneys to attend trainings offered by Family Tree, in particular Domestic Violence 101
COMMITMENT
- We request volunteer attorneys to be available two to four times per year for the clinic - held the first Wednesday evening of the month from 6pm - 8pm at Family Tree's Legal Advocacy office at Porchlight Family Justice Center (11100 W 8th Ave in Lakewood), and the third Wednesday of the month from 6pm - 8pm via Zoom.
- Note: Volunteer attorneys are not expected to represent or offer representation to any client.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a licensed attorney with knowledge of Colorado Family Law.
- Knowledge of dissolution of marriage and allocation of parental responsibilities processes in Colorado
- Must have strong interpersonal skills, ability to work sometimes in chaotic environment.
- Must have compassion for victims of crime.
BENEFITS
- Colorado Professional Rule of Conduct Encourages 50 hours of pro bono legal service a year.
- Becoming part of the Family Tree team, providing solutions for families in crisis to become safe, strong and self-reliant.
- Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of families in our community.
- Professional experience to enhance the strength of your resume.
- Direct client contact with those going through the court process.
GETTING STARTED
If you are interested in this position, please send your resume and brief cover letter to Rebekah Hawthorne, Director of Volunteer Engagement at rhawthorne@thefamilytree.org.