Legal Advocacy

Resilience

Legal advocacy for survivors of sexual violence.

Services Offered

Victim Advocacy • Legal Advocacy • Sexual Violence Services • Information and Referral • Legal Information • Sexual Assault • Sexual Abuse

Description

Resilience, formerly Rape Victim Advocates (RVA), offers legal advocacy to survivors of sexual assault and sexual abuse. Services include:

-Information about your legal rights
-Assistance with filing a petition for a protective order and/or Crime Victims Compensation claim
-Accompaniment to police stations to file a police report or meet with law enforcement
-Liaison with law enforcement and the state's attorney's office
-Referral to legal representation and other needed services,

Location

Service Options

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Eligibility

-Clients ages 12 and older must consent to services.
-Reslience does not provide legal advice or legal representation.

Payment

This service is free

How to Apply

Referrals from hospitals and police departments are accepted but not required. Legal advocacy services are available 24/7 in conjunction with medical advocacy sevices at Resilience partner hospitals. Services are also available during business hours by appointment at the Reslience office. Call 312-443-9603 or email info@ourresilience.org to request services.