16 Sep
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Calgary Homeless Foundation
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Calgary
16 Sep
Calgary Homeless Foundation
Calgary
Join the Women’s Centre in Calgary as a Volunteer Lawyer, providing essential pro bono legal advice to women and gender-diverse clients. Help break down barriers in accessing legal services.
In this volunteer role, you will engage with clients to provide legal insights during workshops and personal sessions. This position is ideal for actively practicing lawyers who understand family, estate, immigration, civil, or criminal law. Your empathetic approach will be critical in catering to clients with diverse backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities:
• Offer legal advice in workshops and sessions
• Assist clients in understanding their legal rights
• Ensure confidentiality is maintained in all interactions
• Work alongside the Women’s Centre team for effective service
• Equip clients with necessary legal information
Requirements:
• Current practice in family, estate, immigration, civil, or criminal law
• Member in positive standing with the Alberta Bar Association
• Two-hour monthly time commitment required
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Awareness of social issues like gender-based violence
Support and empower marginalized voices through pro bono legal services.
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📌 Pro Bono Legal Services for Women (Calgary)
🏢 Calgary Homeless Foundation
📍 Calgary