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

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211 Metro Chicago

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.