Office of Public Service Seeking Summer Employees

Join the Office of Public Service as a student employee this summer. We are looking for a student(s) interested in a part-time position up to 30 hours/week. The hourly rate is $15.00.

This role provides behind-the-scenes support for the Office of Public Service and may include: 

• Substantive resource development and review 
• Pro bono data entry 
• Volunteer scheduling 
• Remote and in-person clinic preparation and facilitation

Student employees may be asked to participate in pro bono clinics, as needed, including client meetings and working with attorneys.  

Candidates should be reliable, professional and pleasant, and team-oriented. The ability to navigate new organizational systems is important. Candidates must be able to work independently and have strong communication and organization skills, including prompt responses to frequent email communications, as well as the ability and willingness to keep client information strictly confidential.  

Interested applicants should email publicservicelaw@marquette.edu with their resume, summer availability, and a brief description of your interest in the position.

Contact: Katie Mertz

Congratulations to the New Pro Bono Honor Society Inductees

Since April 8, the following students surpassed a total of 50 pro bono hours of service during their law school careers (or have submitted a plan to do so before the semester concludes):

• Abigail Doweiko
• Joshua Petersen
• Lauren Phillips
• Eleanor Rothman
• Sanya Sawlani
• Ryanne Wolfe

Congratulations, and thank you for your important contributions. These students will be inducted into the Marquette Law School Pro Bono Society in April 2024 and will graduate wearing an honor cord for service. See the full list of current students who are members of the Marquette law School Pro Bono Society and who are slated for induction this spring here.

Do you need to make your plan to graduate wearing an honor cord for pro bono service? Contact any member of the Office of Public Service.

Contact: Angela Schultz

MVLC CLE: Trauma-informed De-escalation

Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - 12:00pm • Zoom

Trauma-Informed De-Escalation
Presented by Gwen Soffer, Associate Director of Wellness and Trauma-Informed Practice at the Nationalities Service Center

Register to attend here. 

Gwen Soffer, MSW, CTSS, CSM, D.A.A.E.T.S., TCTSY-F, has worked at NSC since 2016 and is the Associate Director of Wellness, Trauma-Informed Care, and Community Culture managing onsite clinical and holistic trauma- informed wellness programming as well as staff self-care and professional development. She holds a master’s degree in Social Work with Trauma Specialty from Widener University. She is TCTSY-F certified through the Center for Trauma and Embodiment at the Justice Resource Institute and has been working in the trauma-informed wellness field for over fifteen years. Gwen is a Certified Trauma Service Specialist and has certifications in Stress Management through the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and the Harvard Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery Certification through Harvard Global Mental Health. She is a member of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, is an Association of Traumatic Stress Specialists Diplomate, and a member of the National and Pa. Association of Social Work. She presents regularly on the topic of trauma and wellness including the Pathways for Victims Services Conference, Jefferson University Trauma Training Conference, North American Refugee Health Conference, the Beau Biden Institute/SOAR Trauma Institute, USCRI, Philadelphia School District, is a Switchboard Subject Matter Expert, and has published multiple articles and chapters on trauma-informed wellness practices. Her belief in the power of connection and the potential of healing drives her passion for trauma-informed practice.

Presented by Gwen Soffer, Associate Director of Wellness and Trauma-Informed Practice at the Nationalities Service Center

• Gwen Soffer, MSW, CTSS, CSM, D.A.A.E.T.S., TCTSY-F, has worked at NSC since 2016 and is the Associate Director of Wellness, Trauma-Informed Care, and Community Culture managing onsite clinical and holistic trauma- informed wellness programming as well as staff self-care and professional development. She holds a master’s degree in Social Work with Trauma Specialty from Widener University. She is TCTSY-F certified through the Center for Trauma and Embodiment at the Justice Resource Institute and has been working in the trauma-informed wellness field for over fifteen years. Gwen is a Certified Trauma Service Specialist and has certifications in Stress Management through the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and the Harvard Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery Certification through Harvard Global Mental Health. She is a member of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, is an Association of Traumatic Stress Specialists Diplomate, and a member of the National and Pa. Association of Social Work. She presents regularly on the topic of trauma and wellness including the Pathways for Victims Services Conference, Jefferson University Trauma Training Conference, North American Refugee Health Conference, the Beau Biden Institute/SOAR Trauma Institute, USCRI, Philadelphia School District, is a Switchboard Subject Matter Expert, and has published multiple articles and chapters on trauma-informed wellness practices. Her belief in the power of connection and the potential of healing drives her passion for trauma-informed practice.

Students can earn one hour of pro bono time by attending the MVLC Volunteer CLE Series. This free CLE series provides volunteers with in-depth information on some of the most commonly seen issues at the Clinics. These sessions are a great way to enhance your knowledge of the legal issues faced by clients of the MVLC while earning additional pro bono hours.

Contact: Katie Mertz