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Tubman · 1 day ago

Temporary Legal Advocate

Tubman is seeking a temporary Legal Advocate to join a collaborative team to support the agency’s mission, vision and values. This position will primarily provide advocacy and support for clients, including victims of interpersonal violence, at criminal court hearings and contribute to the agency's legal services program outcomes.

Non ProfitRehabilitationService IndustrySocial

Responsibilities

Ensures that agency clients, including victims of interpersonal violence, receive advocacy and support at criminal and civil court hearings, while also contributing to the legal services program outcomes and the mission of the agency
Provides clients with information and support regarding the court processes, safety planning
Offers legal professionals input regarding domestic assault cases either with the client or on the client’s behalf
Assists in writing and filing orders for protection and providing resources and referrals
Maintains professional partnerships with judges, attorneys, law enforcement, and other legal/judicial court personnel

Qualification

Legal services experienceAdvocacy skillsMultilingualCommunication skillsNon-profit experienceTeam collaboration

Required

Two + years of direct services in programs related to legal services
Undergraduate degree, or relevant work/life experience in a related field
Good verbal and written communication skills
Own transportation and a valid driver's license and insurance
Must pass MN DHS Fingerprinting Background Study

Preferred

Experience working with victims of interpersonal violence
Experience working in a non-profit
Experience working on multi-disciplinary teams
Multilingual

Benefits

Multiple professional development and personal growth opportunities

Company

Tubman

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Tubman is a multi service nonprofit organization that serves individuals and families.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
ECMC Foundation
2024-07-25Grant

Leadership Team

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Jennifer J. Polzin
Chief Executive Officer
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Trudi Greaves
Executive Assistant to the CEO
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