Organization Description:
Through our pro bono programs, attorneys have the opportunity to volunteer with WDP's Employment & Legal Services Program, as well as our Research & Policy Program. Through our Employment & Legal Services Program, attorneys will directly represent low-wage workers in a wide range of labor and employment claims, including but not limited to wage theft, workplace injury, retaliation, and discrimination cases.
To volunteer, contact:
Volunteer Coordinator Contact Needed
Location:
5604 Manor Road
Austin, 78723
Location Map:
Needed
Phone Number:
Website:
Counties Served:
Area(s) of Law:
Labor & Employment
Special Populations Served:
Immigrants
Victims of crime
Opportunities to represent clients in court, administrative hearings, or other venues:
Yes
Non-litigation opportunites:
Advice Line/Desk
Advocacy
Clinics
Communications
Community outreach and education
Consulting
Intake and screening
Mediation
Mentorship
Pro se assistance
Research
Transactional
Opportunities for:
Lawyer
Experts
Law student
Paralegal
Interpreter/translator
Opportunities well-suited for a group to work on together (for example: several lawyers from one firm or legal department):
Yes
Training provided for volunteers:
Orientation
Substantive Training
Mentorship or supervision provided for volunteers:
Staff attorney mentor
Staff monitors progress of case
Malpractice coverage provided for volunteers:
No
Translation/interpretation provided for volunteers:
Yes