The court system can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate on your own. That’s why the Family Violence Project has court advocates on staff to assist and recommend resources. FVP Advocates work in the Augusta, Skowhegan, and Waterville court systems.

These advocates may:

Provide support, objective knowledge, and information about the legal system in regards to domestic abuse.
Furnish information about your rights and remedies under Maine law, including, but not limited to protection from abuse orders, criminal charges, and employment leave.
Guide you through court paperwork, help you to prepare for hearings, and support you in making your own decisions.
Provide referrals, work with law enforcement, and do safety planning.

Please note, advocates cannot provide legal advice.

Here are some free or low-cost domestic abuse services:

Legal Services for the Elderly
Phone: 800-750-5353
Website: mainelse.org

Pine Tree Legal
Phone: 207-784-1558
Website: ptla.org

Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project (Court Assistance)
Phone: 800-442-4293
Website: vlp.org

Support FVP

Thanks to your generosity, we can continue to provide so many needed and important services: our helpline, advocacy work, support groups, shelter & supportive housing, prevention & training programs, children’s work, and Menswork, a program that works directly with abusers who want to change their behavior.

Donate

Donations can be mailed to:
Family Violence Project
P O Box 304
Augusta, Me 04332-0304

Online donations can be made via DonorPerfect:

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Volunteer

We couldn't provide the services we do without the ongoing support of a large and active network of volunteers. There are many ways volunteers work with and support us. If you are interested in donating your time, please contact Jaime, Co-Director of Advocacy Programs, at 2076238637, x302 or [email protected]

Court Advocacy

These advocates may:

Here are some free or low-cost domestic abuse services:

Support FVP

Donate

Volunteer

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