Non-Attorney Volunteer - Pro Bono
About The Position
The Legal Aid Society has openings for Non-Attorney volunteers to work in our Pro Bono Practice. Legal Aid’s Pro Bono practice works with Volunteers to expand our ability to provide legal services to a greater number of clients and communities. Our Volunteer Program is based on the current needs of our clients and on Legal Aid staff capacity to train and supervise. Volunteer placements are for candidates with experience that match or complement our practice areas and projects. Volunteer placements require an in-person commitment at one of our borough offices during standard business hours (Monday- Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM; unless otherwise instructed by supervisor). Weekend opportunities are not available at this time. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants may apply once per cycle. While we appreciate your interest, placement cannot be guaranteed due to the high volume of applications. This position is not intended for students seeking an internship. The Legal Aid Society does have robust internship programs for law, graduate, and undergraduate students in all our Practices. Students interested in internship opportunities should visit the Internship Program section of our website for more information. We are currently unable to accommodate potential volunteers seeking to fulfil the fifty-hour Pro Bono requirement for bar admission.
Requirements
- Availability to commit to a minimum of 6 months of part-time service or 3 months of full-time service
- No legal background or experience required
- Not open to high school students, undergraduates, & law students
- Commitment to Legal Aid Society’s mission to secure equal justice before the law for all New Yorkers
- Interpersonal and communication skills that enable healthy and productive working relationships
- Ability to perform duties with the highest regard for confidentiality, integrity, and respect
- Commitment to Legal Aid Society’s mission and values
- All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit. We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits. (However, for citizens of Canada and Mexico, LAS will provide a letter documenting employment status that is needed to obtain a TN visa.)
Responsibilities
- Duties and responsibilities are based on current client needs, volunteer experience, and may include research, writing, interviewing, assisting clients and various levels of litigation preparation
- Volunteer opportunities are only available during regular business hours, Monday through Friday from 9am to 5 pm, unless the supervising Legal Aid staff member has made a specific request
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- As a volunteer position, this role has no salary and is not benefits eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
