Civil Legal Representation

The Civil Legal Representation (CLR) Project enhances access to civil legal assistance and justice for victims of domestic violence. CLR attorneys assist survivors´ attorneys in obtaining court intervention that enhances a victim´s self-sufficiency, while also concentrating on her safety needs. CLR attorneys are engaged in effecting systematic legal change. With support from the CLR staff, CLR attorneys around the state have completed and filed appeals in the Pennsylvania Superior and Supreme Court. Staff also provides moot court opportunities for those attorneys who have filed appeals and are preparing for oral argument. The Domestic Violence Attorney Network, comprised of CLR staff and CLR attorneys from around the state, meets on a regular basis throughout the year for training and information sharing.

CLR attorneys and other Pennsylvania attorneys representing victims of domestic violence are encouraged to call PCADV at 888-23-LEGAL (235-3425) for technical assistance.