Be Part of a Community Working for Justice
“Dealing with family court can be very confusing and scary for most people, but I can honestly say that having pro bono help made navigating the court system stress free. Without her help I do not know where I would be.”
Support for Volunteers
TCVLS will offer training and support for attorneys to provide limited or full representation to clients whose cases have been reviewed by a selection committee. TCVLS can connect volunteers to a mentor attorney for guidance and support along the way. Attorneys can work in pairs or on a team to tackle their first pro bono case. TCVLS provides malpractice insurance, access to meeting space at our office, copying and other resources as needed to volunteers who take on pro bono cases through TCVLS.
Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteers with TCVLS gain experience in new areas of law, build relationships with other attorneys in the community, access opportunities for trial and courtroom experience, earn CLE credits, mentor another attorney as they learn a new area of law, and make a lasting impact on the life of a community member who is struggling to navigate the legal system on their own.
Ways to Get Involved
- Mentor Attorney: provide support and guidance to a volunteer attorney who is working on a pro bono case outside their typical area of practice
- Attorney: take on a pro bono case identified by TCVLS
- Trainer: facilitate a CLE for TCVLS volunteer attorneys
Contact the Program Coordinator or call (360) 915-7488 to learn more or to get involved. We are happy to answer questions and brainstorm ways to make volunteering with TCVLS work for you.
To sign up to volunteer, please fill out this quick form!
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