Protection from Abuse

Provides legal services for individuals and families experiencing domestic/intimate partner violence, child abuse, elder/adult dependent abuse. Assists in obtaining restraining orders (Protection From Abuse orders, also called PFAs).

Related Services

Elder/Dependent Adult Abuse Restraining Orders Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders Child Abuse Protective/Restraining Orders Sexual Assault Protection/Restraining Orders Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services

Physical Address

227 Franklin Street, Johnstown, PA 15901

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Voice

(814) 536-8917

Voice

(800) 846-0871

Website

https://summitlegal.org/home/domestic-violence/

[email protected]

Application process

Call or email to schedule an initial consultation.

Fee

Representation at PFA Hearings is provided free of charge, regardless of income. Fees vary for ongoing/additional legal services; sliding scale and pro bono (free of charge) eligibility determined during consultation.

Eligibility

Residents of the service area.

Languages

Translation service available

Service area

Armstrong, PA Cambria, PA Clarion, PA Fayette, PA Greene, PA Indiana, PA Jefferson, PA Somerset, PA Washington, PA Westmoreland, PA

Agency info

Summit Legal Aid

Advises and represents low-income residents of 4 southwestern PA counties in family, housing, and economic matters. Also representing petitioners in protection from abuse proceedings without regard to income.