LIVE ZOOM: MCLE Volunteer Training: Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 | 1:30 p.m-3:00 p.m.
This class will be hosted on ZOOM
---ZOOM INFORMATION WILL BE EMAILED TO REGISTRANTS PRIOR TO CLASS START TIME---
Short descriptions:
Learn how you can help survivors of domestic violence obtain protection, safety, and stability through a domestic violence restraining order (DVRO).
Earn 1.5 hour general participatory MCLE credit
Everyone knows someone affected by domestic violence. In this volunteer training, learn about a primary tool for addressing domestic violence: a domestic violence restraining order (DVRO). A DVRO can be a critical tool for survivors seeking safety. Learn what a DVRO does, who qualifies for a DVRO, and how to request a DVRO. This volunteer training is intended for litigators and non-litigators with an interest in pro bono opportunities to review DVRO applications or to represent survivors at their hearing.
Class covers:
- What is a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO)?
- Who qualifies for a DVRO?
- The process of getting a DVRO
- Pro Bono volunteer opportunities
MCLE Disclaimer:
MCLE credit is only granted to attorneys licensed to practice law by the State Bar of California. Attorneys from other jurisdictions should contact their state bar to learn about credit reciprocity.
Earn 1.5 hour general participatory MCLE credit
Although you can listen to the class from various kinds of devices, you will need video to view the speaker(s) and any presentation materials and the ability to type on your device and use Zoom to ask questions or use the chat features.
Presented by:
Amanda Jancu, Pro Bono Manager, Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice (Home - Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice (laclj.org)