Legal Services

Legal Advocates advocate for their clients to have access to the criminal and civil justice system to assure they know their rights and get the legal protections they are afforded. We don't just process TPOs.

Enhancing Safety – Our legal advocates walk alongside our clients during Family Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking Temporary Order proceedings. We provide individual safety plans based on each victim's individual needs.

Advocating – Legal Advocates act as subject matter experts in family violence court trials to educate members of the jury on important information regarding family violence trials. We are active in the local Domestic Violence Task Force, and we work with Georgia Commission on Domestic Violence (GCDV) and Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (GCADV) to lobby with Georgia legislators and advocate for DV Rights. We also educate and empower first responders to recognize signs of DV at scenes of active DV incidents.

Providing Empowering Services – CFVC's Legal Advocates are in a unique position to witness crime victims transform into survivors. In addition to assuring our clients have support navigating the legal system, our Legal Advocates also provide services that empower our clients in planning for their next chapter. From applying for temporary protective orders (TPOs) and Victims' Compensation, creating individualized safety plans, and providing legal referrals to finalize child custody, child support, and residence security, our legal advocates assure the needs of our clients are holistically met.