Opportunities From: United Way of Kaw Valley

Volunteer: Legal Self Help Volunteer

Become a Self-Help Legal Resource Volunteer and make a significant impact in our community by supporting residents in accessing legal information and resources. This role is designed to be both rewarding and enriching, offering a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and your well-being is prioritized. 

What You’ll Do

Assist Residents: Guide clients in finding the correct legal forms and understanding court procedures, helping them navigate the self-help process effectively. 

Manage Data: Accurately record and track client interactions and requests, contributing to the enhancement of our services and resource management. 

Collaborate and Learn: Participate in training sessions and collaborate with a dedicated team, gaining valuable experience and developing your skills. 

Please Note:  Volunteers cannot provide legal advice or representation. Your role focuses on helping clients access the right resources and understand the self-help process. 

What We Offer

Valued Experience: Engage in meaningful work that provides hands-on experience in client support and office operations. 

Skill Development: Build essential skills in communication, organization, and data management in a practical setting. 

Supportive Environment: Work in a trauma-informed, supportive space where your well-being is important to us. We are committed to ensuring a fulfilling and balanced volunteer experience. 

Mutual Benefit: Enjoy a rewarding experience where your contributions make a real difference, and where both you and the community benefit from your involvement. 

Agency: Douglas County District Court

Become a Self-Help Legal Resource Volunteer and make a significant impact in our community by supporting residents in accessing legal information and resources. This role is designed to be both rewarding and enriching, offering a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and your well-being is prioritized. 

What You’ll Do

Assist Residents: Guide clients in finding the correct legal forms and understanding court procedures, helping them navigate the self-help process effectively. 

Manage Data: Accurately record and track client interactions and requests, contributing to the enhancement of our services and resource management. 

Collaborate and Learn: Participate in training sessions and collaborate with a dedicated team, gaining valuable experience and developing your skills. 

Please Note:  Volunteers cannot provide legal advice or representation. Your role focuses on helping clients access the right resources and understand the self-help process. 

What We Offer

Valued Experience: Engage in meaningful work that provides hands-on experience in client support and office operations. 

Skill Development: Build essential skills in communication, organization, and data management in a practical setting. 

Supportive Environment: Work in a trauma-informed, supportive space where your well-being is important to us. We are committed to ensuring a fulfilling and balanced volunteer experience. 

Mutual Benefit: Enjoy a rewarding experience where your contributions make a real difference, and where both you and the community benefit from your involvement. 

Agency: Douglas County District Court

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 66044

Allow Groups: Yes