Obtaining a protective order is often the first step for a survivor of domestic violence in escaping an abusive relationship. In this full-day workshop, volunteer attorneys will learn how to help survivors find immediate safety from their abusers through a Civil Protection Order (CPO), or “stay-away” order. Major topics covered in this training include the dynamics of domestic violence, the laws and procedures regarding civil protection orders in DC, effectively representing CPO clients, trauma-informed representation, and the intersection between U Visas and CPOs. New and veteran volunteers are invited to join for this training and are welcome to attend as many sessions as your schedule permits.

Session 1 | 9:30am – 12:00pm
CPO 101: Everything you need to know to represent a domestic violence survivor in their CPO case

Lunch | 12:00pm – 12:30pm

Session 2 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Special Topic: Trauma-Informed Legal Advocacy

Session 3 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Special Topic: The Intersection between U visas and Civil Protection Orders