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Trauma Informed Lawyering for Beginners

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Understanding How Implicit Bias Impacts Advocacy and Addressing Through Trauma-Informed Lawyering

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Effective Client Communication

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Client Responsibilities Form

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Factsheet

Client Tips Factsheet

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MVLS Confidentiality Policy

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Sample Representation Agreement

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Limited English Tools

Sample Representation Agreement - Spanish Version

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Limited English Tools

Language Line Tips

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Limited English Tools

Maryland Judiciary Language Portals

The Maryland Courts have translated many court forms, brochures and other information into Spanish, French, Russian, Korean and Chinese.

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MVLS Mentors

MVLS Mentors

Learn about what an MVLS mentor does and how you can get connected with one.

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Representation Expectations

Learn more about what each type of MVLS case entails.

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Top 10 Volunteer Tips

Answers to MVLS' frequently asked questions.

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Reference Materials and Court Forms


Filing Fee Waiver Form for MVLS Pro Bono Cases

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How to File Fee Waiver Form on MDEC

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Request for Final Waiver of Open Costs

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Tips for Breaking Poverty Barriers to Equal Justice

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Reimbursement

PBRC Litigation Fund

Reimbursements for eligible case expenses

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MVLS Malpractice Coverage

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Volunteer Resources by Case Type


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