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- The Legal Advocate, as part of a larger domestic violence services team, provides court-based legal advocacy services for survivors of domestic violence seeking orders of protection.
- Based in the Skokie Courthouse YWCA office, the position requires significant versatility, flexibility, patience, and initiative to effectively navigate the complexity and unpredictability of the court system.
- The Legal Advocate shows a deep commitment to creating a warm, welcoming, and trauma-informed space for all.
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Legal Advocacy Services (85%) Provides legal advocacy and support to survivors of domestic violence at Cook County's District 2 Courthouse and at YWCA Evanston/North Shore Assists survivors of domestic violence with understanding their legal rights under the IDVA, seeking orders of protection, and accompanies them to court.
- Maintains relationships with courthouse personnel and community partners.
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