Paralegals assist the Family Court with representation of abused and neglected children in the legal system. Each type of Family Court case requires numerous documents and forms to be completed. Volunteers would rewrite these documents and forms in very plain and easily understood language. They help the women fill out and file the required paperwork and accompany them to the hearings. The program assists with divorce case involving children or domestic violence.
Paralegal volunteers help with calls, intake screening, interviews, and walk-thrus at hearings.
Interview clients for case approval and intake. Paralegals, under the direction of volunteer attorneys, assist pro se divorce litigants at the weekend workshops throughout the Island of Oahu. Paralegals man the hotline and refer cases to volunteer attorneys. Paralegals with litigation experience work with an attorney to assist battered women in court proceedings. Assist by providing information sessions, provide participants with packets and materials.