Boston, Massachusetts30+ days ago
Conduct legal research on systemic and specific issues affecting clients with mental disabilities, Draft practice materials for attorneys representing clients in mental health matters, Handle intake line calls from patients and clients in mental health facilities and provide information about their legal status, assignment of counsel or referral, Trial Support interns also assist MHLD Training Unit attorneys to create and edit training materials, and to develop and maintain Mental Health online training and resource initiatives. Work with independent medical experts including psychiatrists, psychologists, social service experts, and other mental health professionals as requested by staff attorneys, Work with attorneys to prepare motions for funds, motions for in person hearings, review medical records, direct examinations, cross-examination of Designated Forensic Psychologists and Psychiatrists and closing arguments, Develop research on race and equity issues in civil commitments and assist in developing a litigation guide for such issues, Conduct research into support for novel issues or arguments.