Volunteer Attorneys (Retired) for Mommy's Heart, Inc. to Support Abused and Neglected Children

Volunteer Opportunity for Retired Family Law Attorneys at Mommy's Heart: Empowering Survivors through Justice

Organization Overview

Mommy's Heart, Inc. (EIN #87-4833078) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing free legal, mental health, and advocacy services to parents and children who escaped domestic abuse and face retaliatory lawfare by their abusers in court.

The Need

The cost of legal representation is a significant barrier to justice. Parents who cannot afford an attorney are unable to adequately protect their parental rights and advocate for their children's best interests. This disparity in access to legal representation contributes to 58,000 children per year being court-ordered to unsupervised contact, including sole custody arrangements, with an abusive parent. Every six days, a child dies due to family court failures.

Our Mission

Mommy's Heart aims to protect and defend the fundamental rights of all fit parents to direct the care and custody of their children. Mommy’s Heart is dedicated to empowering abuse survivors with equal access to justice, healing, and the chance to rebuild their lives.

Volunteer Opportunity

Position Title: Volunteer Family Law Attorney

Duration: Flexible, based on volunteer availability

Location: Remote, in-office, or hybrid (based on personal preference)

Position Summary

Mommy's Heart seeks dedicated retired attorneys with family law experience to volunteer their time and expertise. This opportunity allows you to use your skills and knowledge to make a meaningful impact on the lives of abuse survivors while combating retaliatory lawfare.

Key Responsibilities

1. 1. Legal Representation: Provide pro bono legal representation to abuse survivors in family court proceedings.
   2. Initial client interviews and case assessment: Review court documents and case information provided by the parent, conduct an initial assessment interview via Zoom, and prepare a written assessment and legal brief summarizing the case details.
   3. Case Strategy: Develop and implement legal strategies to protect survivors' rights and their children's best interests.
   4. Document Preparation: Drafting and filing of legal documents, including petitions, motions, affidavits, and court pleadings.
   5. Court Appearances: Represent clients in court hearings and trials.
   6. Client Support: Offer empathetic support and guidance to survivors throughout the legal process.
   7. Collaboration: Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team, including legal and mental health professionals, to ensure a holistic approach to survivor support.
   8. Mentorship: Share your expertise with less experienced attorneys and legal staff within the organization.
   9. Policy Advocacy: Contribute to discussions and research related to policy changes aimed at improving the legal system's response to abuse survivors.

Qualifications

• • Retired attorney with significant experience in family law
  • Active or emeritus bar membership
  • Strong commitment to social justice and empowering abuse survivors
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Benefits of Volunteering

• • Make a meaningful contribution to a noble cause
  • Utilize your legal expertise to directly impact survivors' lives
  • Flexible commitment based on your availability
  • Opportunity to mentor and share knowledge with younger attorneys
  • Stay connected to the legal community in retirement

How to Get Involved

Interested retired attorneys are invited to contact Mommy's Heart at mommysheartinc@gmail.com. Please include "Volunteer Attorney Application - [Your Name]" in the subject line of your email.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of abuse survivors and helping them regain control of their futures through justice and support.

www.mommysheartfoundation.com