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In order to be certified to represent minors seeking consent for abortions, attorneys must complete a training requirement.
Training Requirement:
The training requirement is satisfied by attending a two-hour training program, Judicial Consent for Minors co-sponsored by CPCS, the National Lawyers Guild, and the Massachusetts Women's Bar Association. A contribution of $20 for materials is requested.
Assignment of Cases:
CPCS provides a list of certified attorneys to Planned Parenthood clinics, (which offer abortion counseling) and some courts. Planned Parenthood and clinics make most assignments.
Performance Requirements:
By accepting assignments on these cases attorneys agree to abide by the CPCS Performance Guidelines for Attorneys Representing Minors in Section 12S Hearings. A copy of the Guidelines is provided at the basic training program, or may be obtained by calling the CPCS Training Unit.
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