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We help survivors of domestic violence with matters typically related to family law, such as:
- Restraining orders
- Divorce
- Child custody
- Child concealment
- Paternity
- Child support
Survivors also have access to the full scope of LAFLA’s legal services, including:
- Eviction and other housing issues
- Government benefits
- Immigration-related issues, including family reunification
- Expungement
- Employment
- Student loan issues
- Veterans issues
LAFLA partners with multiple organizations to offer services. See our list of resources.
LAFLA also offers a booklet (download below) on how to request a domestic violence restraining order; as well as self-help how-to guides that show you how to fill out many of the civil court forms for Los Angeles Superior Court.
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Know Your Rights
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Domestic Violence Clinics
Toll Domestic Violence Restraining Order Clinic
Superior Court, Central District
111 N. Hill St., Room 216 (2nd floor)
Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Services Available to DV Survivors on-site: DVRO petition drafting, evidence preparation, hearing preparation, DVRO response drafting, DVRO modifications and renewals. Clinic staff do not assist on non-DVRO family matters at this location.
Hours:
Open to walk-ins Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m. Services are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. LAFLA recommends that walk ins arrive by 9am, as the clinic is often full for the day by 10am.
Long Beach Courthouse Domestic Violence Restraining Order Clinic
Superior Court, South District
275 Magnolia Ave., Rm. 1004 (1st floor)
Long Beach, CA 90802
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Services Available to DV Survivors on-site: DVRO petition drafting, evidence preparation, hearing preparation, DVRO response drafting, DVRO modifications and renewals. Clinic staff do not assist on non-DVRO family matters at this location.
Hours:
Open to walk-ins Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m. Services are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. LAFLA recommends that walk ins arrive by 9am, as the clinic is often full for the day by 10am.
Santa Monica Courthouse
Superior Court, West District
1725 Main St., Room 121 (1st floor)
Santa Monica, CA 90401
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Hours:
Open to walk-ins Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.