Legal Advocacy

Mutual Ground Legal Advocacy Services help victims of domestic and sexual violence navigate legal systems and understand their rights. Advocates assist clients in obtaining protective orders, accompany clients to court, and provide support throughout the pursuit of safety at home, work, and school.

    • Individual advocacy

    • Court accompaniment

    • Crisis intervention

    • Victims’ rights education

    • Advocacy for Victims at:

    ○ Child Advocacy Centers
    ○ Law Enforcement
    ○ State’s Attorney Offices
    ○ Child Support Enforcement

    • Safety planning

    • Protective orders in court

    • Support filing a police report

    • Accompaniment throughout criminal proceedings

    • Safety at home

    • Safety in schools

    • Workplace safety & accommodations

    • Landlord/tenant issues

    • Access to community resources

    • Crime Victims Compensation

* Legal advocacy services are available in-person and over the phone.

Orders of Protection

For Kane County Protective Orders, visit:
Mutual Ground Office located at the Kane County Courthouse
37W777 Route 38 | St. Charles, IL 60175

For Kendall County Protective Orders, visit:
Mutual Ground Office located at the Kendall County Courthouse
807 John Street | Yorkville, IL 60560

* For information about protective orders in other locations, contact a legal advocate at 630-897-0080 or 630-897-8383.

Learn About Our Other Services

24-Hour Hotline
Residential Services
Adult Counseling
Family Services
Medical Advocacy

“Getting my emergency order of protection really took some weight off my shoulders and I was finally able to feel relief.”

~ Client, 62

“I was so nervous about having to see my abuser at court. My advocate helped me feel calm and know what to expect. It made a really stressful situation a little easier.”

~ Client, 34