Domestic Violence
We offer free legal support for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and related civil legal issues.
Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Stalking
Survivors often face overwhelming challenges—from safety concerns to legal uncertainty. Our skilled domestic violence lawyer team provides compassionate representation to help you secure orders of protection, custody, divorce, and more. We understand the sensitive nature of these cases and work to empower you every step of the way.
Together, we aim to help survivors regain control over their lives by offering clear advocacy, emotional support, and legal expertise tailored to the unique circumstances of each situation.
We serve low and moderate-income people in the following counties:
- Broome
- Cayuga
- Chenango
- Cortland
- Delaware
- Herkimer
- Jefferson
- Lewis
- Madison
- Oneida
- Onondaga
- Oswego
- Otsego
How It Works
Step 1
Call or Apply
Call our helpline or apply online
Step 2
Screening
We review your application
Step 3
Advocate Assigned
Get matched with legal support
Did You Know?
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New York State offers confidential support 24/7 in most languages at 800-942-6906. You can also text 844-997-2121.
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A landlord cannot penalize you for seeking emergency assistance, such as terminating or refusing to renew your lease.
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You can obtain an order of protection from a family court judge, which prohibits the abuser from threatening, abusing, or acting violently towards you, and may require the abuser to stay away from you, your children, your home, your pets, and your job.
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If you are in danger, you can request a temporary order of protection right away from a judge, your local criminal court, or town justice if family court is not in session.
Helpful Resources
Hot Lines In Your Area
National Domestic Violence Hot Line
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: 1-800-799-7233
- TDD: 1-800-797-3224
New York State Domestic Violence Hot Line
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: 1-800-942-6906
National Domestic Violence Hot Line
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: 1-800-799-7233
- TDD: 1-800-797-3224
New York State Domestic Violence Hot Line
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: 1-800-942-6906
Broome County
Rise-NY (Domestic Violence)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (607) 754-4340
- Toll-Free: 1-877-754-4340
Crime Victims Assistance Center (Sexual Assault)
Call Services (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Text Services (Weekdays 8AM – 5PM, Monday until 6PM & Wednesday until 7PM)
- Call: (607) 722-4256
- Text: (607) 725-8196
Cayuga County
Cayuga/Seneca Community Action Agency (Domestic Violence)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (315) 255-6221
SAVAR (Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (315) 252-2112
Chenango County
Help Restore Hope Center (Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Cortland County
Cortland YWCA (Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (607) 756-6363
- Call: 1-800-336-9622
Delaware County
Delaware Opportunities (Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (607) 746-6278
- Toll-Free: 1-866-457-7233
Herkimer County
Catholic Charities of Herkimer County (Domestic Violence)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
YWCA of the Mohawk Valley (Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (315) 866-4120
Jefferson County
Victims Assistance Center of Jefferson County (Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (866) 782-1855
- Toll-Free: 1-866-782-1855
Ft. Drum Victim Advocacy Program (Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (315) 955-4321
Lewis County
Lewis County Opportunities (Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Program)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Madison County
Help Restore Hope Center (Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Oneida County
YWCA of the Mohawk Valley (Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Services)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (315) 797-7740
Onondaga County
Vera House (Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Oswego County
Services to Aid Families (Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (315) 342-1600
- Call: (315) 342-7618
- Toll-Free: 1-877-342-7618
Otsego County
Opportunities for Otsego (Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault)
(24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call: (607) 432-4855
FAQs
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