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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 new booklet 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.
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Domestic Violence Clinics
Toll Family Law Counseling Center
Superior Court, Central District
111 N. Hill St., Room 216 (2nd floor)
Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Hours:
Open to walk-ins Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m.
We also hold a virtual domestic violence clinic on Tuesdays from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. over Zoom. Call 800-399-4529 for help.
Long Beach Courthouse
Superior Court, South District
275 Magnolia Ave., Rm. 1004 (1st floor)
Long Beach, CA 90802
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Hours:
Open to walk-ins Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–3 p.m.
We also hold a virtual domestic violence clinic on Tuesdays from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. over Zoom. Call 800-399-4529 for help.
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.
We also hold a virtual domestic violence clinic on Thursdays from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. over Zoom. Call 800-399-4529 for help.
On Fridays, call LAFLA at 1-800-399-4529.
