Heartly House Legal Services is a vital legal resource dedicated to providing comprehensive, free legal assistance to survivors of power-based violence, including intimate partner violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and child abuse. As a specialized legal service provider embedded within a broader victim support organization, it stands out for its holistic, survivor-centered approach and commitment to breaking cycles of violence through legal intervention.
The organization employs on-site attorneys and victim advocates who offer protection, representation, and advocacy through Maryland’s legal system, prioritizing safety and empowerment for all clients. Services are tailored to meet the urgent and long-term legal needs of vulnerable individuals, with family law representation subject to income eligibility guidelines. Heartly House focuses exclusively on assisting victims and survivors, ensuring accessible and compassionate legal support during critical times.
Services Offered
- Protective Order hearings representation
- Peace Order hearings representation
- Family law matters representation (income-based eligibility)
- Victim advocacy and accompaniment for civil proceedings
- Victim advocacy and accompaniment for criminal proceedings
- Safety planning
- Advocacy support
- Referrals to additional resources
- Hospital accompaniments
- Information on courthouse protocols
All legal services are provided free of charge, reinforcing the organization’s mission to offer safety, shelter, and supportive services to those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and child abuse in Frederick County and surrounding communities.
