Organization Description:
Each LANWT branch office has a Pro Bono Coordinator(Equal Justice Volunteer Program Coordinator), who is responsable for managing pro bono opportunities for volunteer lawyers. Volunteer opportunities vary somewhat, but all LANWT offices conduct clinics that are staffed in part by volunteer lawyers. All clients of the pro bono programs must meet LANWT eligibility requirements. The services of volunteer lawyers include brief oral advice rendered at the clinic, assistance in completing legal forms, self-help advice, drafting documents, such as wills and medical directives, and full representation in contested matters.
To volunteer, contact:
Location:
1935 Medical District Drive
Dallas, 75235
Location Map:
Needed
Phone Number:
Website:
Counties Served:
Area(s) of Law:
Education
Guardianships
Special Populations Served:
Children with disabilities
Opportunities to represent clients in court, administrative hearings, or other venues:
Yes
Non-litigation opportunites:
Special Education
Dismissal (ARD)
504 team meetings with schools
Opportunities for:
Lawyer
Experts
Law student
Paralegal
Interpreter/translator
Other
Opportunities well-suited for a group to work on together (for example: several lawyers from one firm or legal department):
No
Training provided for volunteers:
Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
Orientation
Substantive Training
Mentorship or supervision provided for volunteers:
Staff attorney mentor
Staff monitors progress of case
Malpractice coverage provided for volunteers:
Yes
Translation/interpretation provided for volunteers:
Yes