Domestic Violence Legal Program
We empower survivors to use the legal system
ELAP has three full-time staff attorneys dedicated to domestic violence cases. We also provide one-time legal advice to survivors in our free monthly legal clinics.
We help with:
- Legal advice
- Protection orders
- Divorce, custody, and spousal support
- Safety planning
- Support during court process
- Referrals to other services
Eligibility
You may qualify for legal help if:
- You live in King County, or
- You have a case in King County
How To Get Help
Legal help from staff attorneys:
You must receive a referral from a domestic violence program or other service provider, for example DAWN, New Beginnings, or LifeWire. We do not accept self-referrals for these services.
Legal clinics:
To make an appointment at one of our legal clinics, call our Help Line Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Thank You to Our Program Funders
