Our Legal Advocates provide assistance in both the civil and criminal court systems. Advocating on behalf of domestic violence victims and their children, legal advocates ensure that a victim’s safety and rights are protected within the court systems.
The HOPE Center’s legal advocates are not attorneys; they do not provide any legal advice. They provide options and information to victims of domestic violence related to the legal system.
The Civil Legal Representation Project provides free civil legal representation for victims of domestic violence within the courts of Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties. The CLR Attorney offers specialized legal advice, referrals and/or representation for civil matters such as child support, child custody, divorce, spousal support, landlord/tenant issues, protection from abuse orders, public benefits, and dependency.
Advocates assist victims in the following areas:
Advocates assist victims in the following areas:
Defendants may be ordered to: