Council for Children's Rights Custody Advocacy Program (CAP) will host a day-long volunteer training session from 8:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 14, 2016 at the Children and Family Services Center in Training Rooms 1 & 2 on the first floor.

This seminar is for attorneys who are interested in pro bono representation of children, as well as paralegals and other community members who are interested in serving as custody advocates. (Note that attorney representation does not require courtroom experience or first chair courtroom participation.) This training is required for all CAP volunteers. Attorneys and paralegals will receive 7.75 hours of general CLE or CPE credit (CLE and CPE credit approval pending).

This opportunity is best suited to individuals with a flexible schedule and a strong commitment to serving children. To learn more about the CAP volunteer program and/or to sign up for the training, contact Ann Dorsett at volunteer@cfcrights.org or call the Council at 704-372-7961.

Time: Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.
CLE Seminar: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Morning snacks and lunch will be provided

Costs:
$75 per paralegal/ $50 per paralegal with volunteer commitment*
$350 per attorney/ $100 per attorney with pro bono commitment*
No cost for attendees not seeking any continuing education credits
*Volunteer application must be completed before receiving volunteer rate