Since this program was implemented in 1995, it has become an integral part of Virginia's statewide disaster recovery efforts. Lawyer-volunteers provide legal advice and services to victims of domestic violence. Volunteers receive special training, in exchange for which they agree to handle a certain number of pro bono cases each year. Produces seminars for artists on laws which directly affect them, such as copyright, contract and tax law. Also developed and produced a handbook on legal issues for directors of nonprofit organizations.
Mentors also accompany students on related educational field trips.
Each student completes an internship with a law firm and is assigned to a mentor who serves as a sounding board and advisor throughout his or her college years. Model Judiciary Program Produces an annual mock trial competition for Virginia high school students. Regional winners proceed to the Virginia Court of Appeals and ultimately, to the Supreme Court of Virginia. Volunteers, on a rotating basis, provide telephone advice to callers meeting financial eligibility requirements, thus easing the caseload of legal aid attorneys. Town Hall Meetings in Hampton Roads, Northern Virginia, Richmond and Roanoke Sponsors meetings and programs focusing on issues of interest in the areas listed above.