Getting Legal Assistance

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If you are a young person in the District of Columbia looking for legal help regarding an abusive relationship, please contact Break the Cycle at 202.824.0707 or legalservices@breakthecycle.org.

Our Services

Our attorneys assist victims of teen dating abuse and domestic violence with the following legal issues:

  • Obtaining protection or restraining orders
  • Handling violations of restraining orders
  • Child custody
  • Child support
  • Visitation
  • Divorce

In addition to legal help, we connect our clients with social services provided by other DC organizations dedicated to serving survivors of domestic violence.