SAFETY - DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LEGAL ASSISTANCE | PRAIRIE STATE LEGAL SERVICES, INC.
Services to help survivors of domestic violence, older adults, people with disabilities, and immigrant survivors of violence and trafficking:
-- Orders of Protection for people experiencing domestic violence.
-- Divorce, custody, or child support in cases involving domestic violence or child endangerment.
-- Elder abuse, including financial exploitation.
-- Other court orders to stop abuse, harassment, or stalking.
-- Immigration issues faced by survivors of domestic violence and trafficking.
-- Guardianships of minors and adults to ensure safety and stability.
Physical Address
1021 Clinton Street, Ottawa, IL 61350
Hours
Office hours Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 pm and 1 pm-5 pm; Telephone Counseling Services Mon-Thu 9 am-1 pm; Older Adults Helpline Mon-Thu 9 am-2 pm; Legal Help for Homeowners Helpline Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
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Website
Application process
Application is available on website or by phone; Due to call volume, applying by website is preferred
Fee
None
Required documents
Eligibility
Open to: -- Survivors of domestic violence -- Older adults (ages 60 and older) -- People involved in divorce, custody, or child support cases connected to domestic violence or child endangerment -- Immigrant survivors of domestic violence or trafficking, regardless of citizenship status General eligibility requirements: -- Meets income and asset guidelines -- No conflicts of interest -- Lives in service area -- Meets citizenship and immigration requirements
Languages
English, Spanish
Service area
Lee County, Illinois Henry County, Illinois Grundy County, Illinois Carroll County, Illinois Putnam County, Illinois Rock Island County, Illinois Stephenson County, Illinois Bureau County, Illinois Winnebago County, Illinois Mercer County, Illinois Ogle County, Illinois Mchenry County, Illinois Lasalle County, Illinois Boone County, Illinois Whiteside County, Illinois Jo Daviess County, Illinois
Agency info
PRAIRIE STATE LEGAL SERVICES, INC.
Free legal assistance for a wide range of civil matters.