Volunteer Holiday Party

Please join us to celebrate another year of good work at DC Volunteer Lawyers Project made possible by all of our wonderful volunteers. As always, we will have a special ceremony to honor our Volunteers of the Year! Dinner and drinks will be provided by Maggiano's Little Italy. Feel free to bring a dessert to […]

Volunteer Lawyer Info Session

DCVLP Offices 5335 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC

Please join us to learn about volunteering on behalf of domestic violence victims and at-risk children. To RSVP, submit your info below; there is no cost. Thank you for your interest and we looking forward to seeing you there! Remember, no DC Bar license is required! REGISTER BELOW: (function(d, s) { var js, el = […]

Lunch & Learn: Immigration Relief for Survivors

DCVLP Offices 5335 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC

Are you interested in helping immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other violence secure the relief they need? DCVLP recently launched a new program, RELIEF Immigration Services, to help vulnerable immigrants protect their families and secure immigration relief. Join us for a presentation on various forms of relief available to domestic violence survivors, […]

(Training) Safety for Survivors: Litigating Family Law Cases

Fried Frank 801 17th St NW #600, Washington, DC, United States

This training will prepare you to represent victims in court and help them find long-term safety and stability. Volunteers gain experience with a full range of litigation skills, including trial advocacy, discovery, and negotiation. Topics will include: Dynamics of domestic violence Overview of custody, child support, and divorce law Family Law practice and procedure   […]

(Training) Advocating for Children: Representing At-Risk Children As Guardians Ad Litem

Gibson Dunn 1050 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

This training will prepare attorneys to serve as court-appointed Guardians ad litem for children in high-conflict custody cases involving serious risk factors, such as parental drug abuse or domestic violence in the home. Topics will include: Role of a guardian ad litem Custody law and practice Domestic violence and child abuse/neglect Best practices for investigation, including interviewing children […]

(Training) Immigration Relief for Survivors

Webinar (link sent upon registration)

Hosted by Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton Are you interested in helping immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other violence secure the relief they need? DCVLP recently launched a new program, RELIEF Immigration Services, to help vulnerable immigrants protect their families and secure immigration relief. Join us for a presentation on various forms […]

(Training) Emergency Relief for Survivors: Navigating the CPO Process During COVID-19

Webinar (link sent upon registration)

This training is for attorneys with some CPO experience. This training will provide you with updated information on the Civil Protection Order process in DC Superior Court, and give you the tools you need to help survivors seek safety during these uncertain times. Topics will include guidance on using the online system to file for […]