Supporting Survivors of Violence & Navigating Divorce
We provide crucial legal services to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, such as assistance with a divorce, consumer issues, family court representation, and immigration, that allows them to be free from abuse.
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Every day, in courthouses and communities across the city, we advocate for the rights of all New Yorkers. Learn more about the services we provide.
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Fighting for Survivors’ Rights in The Exploitation Intervention Project
With President Trump striking fear into the hearts of immigrant communities across our city, Staff Attorney Sabrina Talukder of The Exploitation Intervention Project is taking a stand for refugees and survivors of human trafficking.

By the Numbers
We provide crucial legal services to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking throughout the city.
86, 184
Domestic violence complaints filed in NYC for 2018.
10,000
Violations of an order of protection reported in NYC for 2018.
20,000
Divorces filed in NYC for 2018.
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