Substantive training will be provided on the debt collection industry, common defenses to consumer debt collection suits, and litigating affirmative claims in these cases. Practical training will be provided on how to represent a low-income debtor in the Boston Municipal Court and District Court. This training will allow attendees to review common paperwork submitted by […]

Want to learn more about family law? Attend our Family Law 101 Training! This is an introductory training on Domestic Relations Law. This one-session training will give you the basics on initiating a divorce. It will cover filing the Complaint and all the accompanying documents, and serving the opposing party. This training is free of […]

Want to learn a bit more about family law? Attend our Family Law 102 training! Family Law 102 will cover Temporary Orders, Pre-Trial Conferences, and how to finalize a divorce or other family law matter. VLP trainings are offered free of charge to active volunteers. Interested in attending? Sign up! These trainings are NOT for […]

This training will cover the basics of advocacy in 209A Abuse Prevention proceedings. It will provide an overview of 209A laws and procedures and walk attorneys through preparing for and conducting a 209A hearing. We will also discuss the dynamics of an abusive relationship and provide attorneys with the skills to support survivors of abuse. […]