Volunteering

Benefits of Volunteering

Volunteering is the best way to bring more joy into your life. Using your skills, knowledge, and abilities to improve the life of an individual or family in your local area. Let us help you help others and bring that joy into your own life.

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Associates

Get experience in areas of law you may not yet have. Take an opportunity to stand in front of a judge and change someone's life. Develop and improve your client advocacy skills.

Law Students &

Summer Interns

First and Second Year Law Students can find meaningful opportunities to assist clients in projects that are not direct representation.

Third Year Law Students can become practice interns and take on representation under supervision of a licensed attorney. Internships available, inquire with the Executive Director, Summer Hawks.

Paralegals & Staff

Not just lawyers can volunteer with us! We can find projects to meet your individual needs.

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How to Volunteer

Full Representation

Full Placement Legal Services

What We Do

Some cases require long-term, comprehensive representation to reach a resolution. Our Full Placement services provide clients with an attorney who handles their case from start to finish including negotiation, document drafting, ongoing communication, or attending court proceedings.

These matters often involve complex legal issues that low-income clients cannot navigate alone. By pairing clients with pro bono attorneys willing to commit 10+ hours, we ensure they receive meaningful, life-changing advocacy.

Types of Cases

Full divorces
Full bankruptcies
Extended family law matters (custody, visitation, or child support changes requiring full hearings)
Other matters that require representation through a final legal decision

Volunteer Opportunities

Full placement cases are ideal for attorneys who want to make a high-impact contribution.

Impact Levels

$2,500 — Full Placement Legal Partner

- Funds approximately 10 hours of attorney time, underwriting a complete representation for one client.
One family protected through a full legal resolution.
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