In this training, volunteer attorneys will learn to help immigrant survivors of violence and their families find relief through a variety of means, such as asylum, special visas for victims […]
The DC Court of Appeals has recently issued new case law that impacts Domestic Violence matters, particularly Civil Protection Order cases. Please join us for a Lunch and Learn to […]
Survivors often face barriers to housing and employment because of the domestic violence committed against them. In this training, volunteer attorneys will learn what legal policies and protections are available […]
In this training, volunteer attorneys will learn to help domestic violence survivors and their children find long-term safety and stability through a permanent custody and/or divorce order. Major topics covered […]
In this training, volunteer attorneys will learn how to serve as court-appointed guardians ad litem (GALs) for children in high-conflict custody cases involving serious risk factors. Major topics covered in […]
Obtaining a Civil Protection Order, or "stay-away" order, is often the first step for a domestic violence survivor to find immediate safety from an abuser. In this training, volunteer attorneys […]
In 2021, DCVLP launched a new Policy & Appellate Advocacy Practice to ensure legal precedent protects the interests of DV survivors. In this training, volunteer attorneys will learn about all aspects of the appellate process, including litigating appeals on behalf of DCVLP clients. (function(d, s) { var js, el = d.getElementsByTagName(s); window.BB_REG_FORM_ID = "2a35e297-3f67-46b9-874b-ad9602bf55ca"; window.BB_REG_FORM_ENVIRONMENT_ID […]
This training is for paralegals participating in DCVLP's remote Civil Protection Order Clinic and will provide paralegal-specific instructions for engaging with clients, and for filing petitions.
Are you looking for a way to use your law degree? Are you interested in doing pro bono work but don’t know where to start? DC Volunteer Lawyers Project is a non-profit organization providing free legal and support services to low income domestic violence victims, at-risk children, and vulnerable immigrants. Utilizing an innovative volunteer model, […]
Important updates have recently been made to DC Superior Court’s Domestic Relations Branch operations, and certain court proceedings will begin to transition from being held virtually to in-person again. Details surrounding these changes are outlined in the attached reimagining plan linked here. Highlighted in yellow are sections that contain information which directly affects DCVLP cases. […]
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