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. (function(d, s) { […]

In addition to providing survivors with immediate safety from their abusers, Civil Protection Orders can also provide the survivor with other forms of relief. In this live discussion, panelists will […]

When: 22 October 2021, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Where: Virtual Cost: Free We are diving into DC Pro Bono Week 2021 with Pro Bono Goes Local on Friday, October 22, from 12-1 pm ET via Zoom. This launch event begins with opening remarks from Chief Judge Blackburne-Rigsby from the D.C. Court of Appeals, and Chief Judge Josey-Herring […]

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 of crime, standby guardianship, and adjustments in status. (function(d, s) { var js, el = d.getElementsByTagName(s); window.BB_REG_FORM_ID = "7570914f-a00d-486a-91ca-2ef9198f26ba"; window.BB_REG_FORM_ENVIRONMENT_ID = "p-cnOu7O1Z7U2wXFJ76Tm-og"; js = d.createElement(s); […]

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 hear more about these new cases and learn how to utilize these decisions to advocate for survivors. (function(d, s) { var js, el = d.getElementsByTagName(s); […]

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 […]