Legal Advocacy Program
Neopolitan Lighthouse provides legal advocacy outreach services to women and men who self-identify at civil or criminal court and need to file an Order of Protection, but who are not aware of the procedures, their legal rights, or the resources that are available to them. The Outreach Legal Advocate provides information and counseling on legal rights, available remedies, assistance in completing court documentation and filing Orders of Protection.
Date of Last Formal Update
01/09/2024
Data provided by
211 Metro Chicago
Voice
Voice
Hours
Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm; Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm; Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm; Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm; Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm; Neopolitan Lighthouse's administrative office is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Individuals can call Neopolitan Lighthouse's 24-hour hotline for assistance outside of office hours at (773) 722-0005.
Application process
Individuals seeking assistance in obtaining an Order of Protection may call (312) 964-5056 Monday through Friday to schedule an appointment. Office hours are from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Individuals may also call the 24-hour hotline for information.
Eligibility
Women and men who self-identify as domestic violence victims at civil or criminal court
Languages
English
Spanish
Service area
Cook county, IL
Agency info
Neopolitan Lighthouse
Neopolitan Lighthouse is a not-for-profit domestic violence agency that provides comprehensive support services to victims of abuse and their children on the west side of Chicago. For individuals who need transportation, services are available through Catholic Charities.