Court Advocacy Program: Legal Advocacy and Support for Survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking
Since 1984, the Court Advocacy Program (D100) has been supporting survivors of domestic violence, stalking, harassment, bullying, and sexual assault at the Lake County Courthouse.
Our court advocates offer compassionate, free assistance to victims navigating the legal system.
Our Court Advocacy Services Include:
Assistance with Filing Orders of Protection: Court advocates help survivors file domestic, stalking, and sexual civil no-contact orders at no cost, providing guidance through the paperwork process and offering ongoing support in the courtroom.
Collaboration with Legal Partners: Our advocates work closely with the State’s Attorney’s office and court personnel to ensure survivors’ needs are addressed and their safety concerns are prioritized.
Connecting with Community Resources: We help clients access additional support through local agencies, such as Prairie State Legal Services, Catholic Charities, PADS, food banks, and HUD.
Please Note:
While our court advocates are not attorneys and cannot offer legal advice, they can connect clients with legal assistance and direct them to resources for further support.
For more information on who is eligible to file for an order of protection, please visit our Court Eligibility page.
Orders of Protection can now be filed virtually
Call D100 at 847-360-6471 for assistance or GET MORE INFORMATION HERE.
D100 Welcomes Walk-Ins When Access Is Limited
Llame a la oficina D100, 847-360-6471 si necesita asistencia.
D100 Location
301 Washington Street, 5th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday 8:15am-4:15pm (closed from 12:00-1:00pm)
Due to the filing process, clients should be in the office between 8:15-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm to ensure completion of order of protection.
For more information, please contact the Court Advocacy Program
(847) 360-6471
info@asafeplaceforhelp.org
24/7 Support Is Always Available: 800-600-SAFE (7233)