SITE DESCRIPTION Founded in 1924 by prominent members of the Atlanta bar, Atlanta Legal Aid is recognized as one of the cutting-edge legal services providers in the country. Our 60+ staff attorneys work on a variety of issues, ranging from public benefits to complex mortgage litigation. Significant casework includes Olmstead vs. L.C. & E.W., a… Read more »
Category: Domestic Violence Advocacy
Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation (AVLF) – Domestic Violence/Safe Families
SITE DESCRIPTION Students participating in the domestic violence externship will be trained and certified to advocate for victims of domestic violence who are seeking Temporary Protective orders pursuant to the Family Violence Act. The students will assist victims in drafting their petitions, appear with them at their ex parte hearings before the presiding judge, assist… Read more »