Volunteer Legal Assistant - Remote

Overview

This volunteer position offers various opportunities in multiple Substantive Law Units, focusing on family law and legal assistance.

In Short

• Assist with legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Support trial preparation and attend court appearances.
• Convert legal documents to comply with local rules.
• Gather case laws for family law issues.
• Participate in community outreach initiatives.
• Update website content related to Florida law.
• Work on SharePoint projects for the helpline.
• Engage in online intakes for legal assistance.
• Contribute to the Legal HELPline as a point of entry/intake.
• Collaborate with interns and attorneys in various tasks.

Requirements

• Interest in family law and legal processes.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Ability to assist with document drafting.
• Willingness to learn and support trial preparations.
• Good communication skills for community outreach.
• Familiarity with legal databases is a plus.
• Experience with SharePoint or similar platforms is beneficial.
• Flexibility to work remotely as needed.
• Commitment to volunteer hours as arranged.
• CLI (Certified Legal Intern) welcomed.

Benefits

• Gain practical experience in the legal field.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys.
• Enhance research and drafting skills.
• Network with legal professionals and peers.
• Contribute to meaningful community service.
• Flexible working hours with remote options.
• Potential for future internship or job opportunities.
• Support in professional development and training.
• Access to legal resources and tools.
• Certificate of completion for volunteer service.