San Diego JusticeCorps Student MemberAt — San Diego JusticeCorps Program
JusticeCorps members are trained in specific legal skills to provide information to self–represented litigants to resolve their legal matters. Members learn legal terms, how to fill out required forms, and how to explain court proceedings. Member training includes: · A two-day orientation · Ongoing legal training on family law, housing law, ethics, diversity, etc. · Training in site-specific legal issues · Participation in community service days · Specified member development sessions
MEMBER SERVICE All JusticeCorps members provide one-on-one direct service to litigants, support specially-designed legal workshops, assist litigants in completing forms, do front desk triaging, and help with written correspondence. Members complete a minimum of 300 service hours throughout a program year (about 8 hours a week). MEMBER REWARDS · An opportunity to learn about the legal profession and work with lawyers, judges, court administrators, and clerks · An opportunity to serve your community · A chance to hone and develop professional skills · A unique addition to your resume
Two full-days of Orientation and Training and two to three weeks of on-site hands-on training.
Complete an inline application to include a resume and citizenship verification. An Interview and subsequent background check will be necessary to be accepted into the program.
| Hours | Duration |
|---|---|
| 25 | hours per academic term |