Woman asking for help

Inner Banks Legal Services is a domestic violence advocate. According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline domestic violence, or intimate partner violence, affects more than 12 million people every year. In the United States, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced violence by an intimate partner. Domestic violence takes many forms including isolation, stalking, and physical, emotional, and economic abuse.

“[A]dvocates … address the range of issues that victims must negotiate: housing, physical and mental health needs, financial support, children’s issues, etc.”

— The Battered Women’s Justice Project

WE ARE ADVOCATES

Inner Banks Legal Services understands the strength it takes to flee an abusive partner. Legal remedies are often required to protect a survivor and their dependents. We are committed to advocating for domestic violence survivors through our family law and bankruptcy programs. Our goal is to walk the path of survivorship with our clients, in the pursuit of a safe and healthy future.

TRAUMA INFORMED

Inner Banks Legal Services is a trauma-informed practice. We empower survivors in a safe, welcoming, and encouraging environment that supports self-sustainability and healing.

Inner Banks Legal Services proudly partners with the following organizations:

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If you or someone you know is the victim of domestic violence, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline by calling 1-800-799-SAFE or by texting "START" to 88788.