Cook County Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program -- Volunteer Training
Share| Sponsor: | Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation |
| Opportunity Location: | 321 South Plymouth Court Chicago, IL 60604 |
| Volunteers Accepted: | Attorney |
| Opportunity Type: | Non-Representation..Mediation/Arbitration |
| Last Updated: | 06/09/2010 |
Volunteer Opportunity Description
The Circuit Court of Cook County recently initiated the Cook County Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program. The goal of the mediation program is to deliver needed services to Cook County homeowners in crisis as early as possible once the foreclosure process begins.
Volunteer attorneys will be a critical part of making this program possible. Attorneys interested in representing homeowners in pre-trial mediation are invited join us for a complimentary CLE on June 18, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Chicago Bar Association (321 S. Plymouth Court). Attorneys attending this training will learn:
• Basic information about mortgages and the foreclosure process
• Why mediation is an important tool for conflict resolution and how the mediation process works
• How to effectively represent your client in foreclosure mediation including information about relevant federal foreclosure relief programs, loss mitigation and negotiating a graceful exit
• How you can volunteer to represent homeowners in mediation through Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
Volunteer attorneys with all levels of experience are welcome. For newer attorneys and attorneys without experience in mortgage foreclosure, we will provide information in advance of the training to help orient you to the some of the relevant terms and issues.
Please consider providing your time and talent to help address the mortgage foreclosure crisis in Cook County. Please contact Veronica Rodriguez at 312-332-3508 or vrodriguez@cvls.org, with any questions and to register for the program.
Volunteer Needed – Cook County Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program
Who: Attorneys interested in volunteering to represent homeowners in mediation
What: Complimentary CLE – Representing Homeowners in Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation
When: June 18, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: The Chicago Bar Association, 321 S. Plymouth Court, Chicago, Illinois
Why: The Cook County Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation provides an opportunity for homeowners in crisis to resolve the foreclosure through mediation. This program is only possible with the help of volunteer attorneys to represent homeowners in mediation. Please join this effort to provide homeowners with much needed legal assistance.
Questions? Contact Veronica Rodriguez at 312-332-3508 or vrodriguez@cvls.org
| Practice Areas: |
Mortgage Foreclosure
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| Skills Required: | None |
| Skills Acquired: | Mediation/Arbitration |
| Time Availability: | Business Hours |
| Languages: | English |
Process for Becoming A Volunteer
Prospective volunteers can attend an orientation and informational program, held monthly during the lunch hour at CVLS' Administrative Office in the Loop. The schedule is posted on our website. Advance registration is not required.
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator Veronica Rodriguez, 312-332-1649, vrodriguez@cvls.org.
Contact
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More About the Sponsor
Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation
100 North LaSalle Street
Suite 900
Chicago, IL 60602 View Map
Phone: 312-332-1624
Fax: 312-332-1460
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CVLS volunteers and staff attorneys represent low-income Chicagoans (the working poor) in a wide variety of civil matters. While much of their work involves litigation, they also handle administrative and non-litigation matters. They handle cases involving divorce, custody, adult and minor guardianships, adoption, mortgage foreclosure defenses including cases involving fraud and predatory lending, tort defense, immigration, taxation, consumer contract issues, collection defense, bankruptcy, and landlord-tenant matters (including evictions, representing either landlords or tenants). They draft powers of attorney and living/testamentary wills. CVLS' caseload is heavily weighted to family law, real estate and consumer issues. Supporting volunteers is a priority for CVLS staff.
Additional Information
- We provide malpractice insurance for volunteers.
- We provide research or clerking services.
CVLS provides its volunteers with extensive support services including clerking, research, in house office space and receptionist services. In addition, staff attorneys are always available for consultation and can cover court dates when necessary. - Volunteers may use our offices, equipment, and supplies when handling a pro bono case.
- We provide a licensed attorney to support volunteers. CVLS has experienced staff attorneys available to provide support to volunteers. Volunteer support is CVLS' priority.
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