Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Hosts a legal clinic specifically designed to address the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals and couples. This clinic is run by QLaw Foundation in partnership with the King County Bar Association. The clinic is open to everyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. At the clinic, an attorney will meet with clients for 30 minutes and provide individualized legal advice and information. Clinic attorneys will answer questions and provide information in a variety of areas including family law, immigration, debt and bankruptcy, divorce/dissolution, employment discrimination, and transgender legal issues.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including safety planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, and educational services. Works with local programs to facilitate safety planning, provide transportation when needed, and assure the practice of culturally relevant services in local shelters. Weekly domestic violence support groups that are closed groups held off-site for confidentiality reasons. Free childcare is available.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

ELAP provides free 1-hour appointments with a family law attorney for advice and consultation on family law legal issues involving domestic violence. Attorney volunteers are not able to provide full representation or represent clients in court.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides services and resources to victims of domestic violence, including 24 hour crisis line, confidential domestic violence shelter, domestic violence advocacy, support groups, assistance with domestic violence protection orders, food, diapers, clothing, and an advocacy center for family and children with a therapist on site, which offers advocacy-based counseling services with focus on children who are victims of abuse. The staff and volunteers support victims to become survivors of abuse through counseling, shelter, medical and legal advocacy; and methods of prevention and self-preservation, if prevention is not an option.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides free, monthly, 30 minute legal clinics for family law and Immigration legal needs with a focus on serving the LGBTQ Latinx community. Volunteer attorneys work with clients to identify legal needs, potential legal actions and connect clients to further community legal services.   Assists with Office of Immigrant & Refugee Affairs (OIRA) legal clinics, with a particular focus on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program recipients and their family members.   Helps clients prepare for citizenship by confirming eligibility and providing free naturalization classes and workshops.    Lawyers and legal volunteers assist clients complete their N-400 naturalization petition and reviews them for accuracy.

Chinese Information and Service Center, Asian Bar Association of Washington, and Asian Counseling and Referral Service partner with the King County Bar Association to provide a free legal clinic. Pro bono attorneys work with staff and volunteer interpreters to give consultation and legal advice around family law, immigration law, landlord-tenant disputes, employment law, and other areas. As of 9/2024, most consults are virtual but in-person appointments may be available if needed (more information provided to clients during intake phone call). Call (206) 957-8544 for an appointment. Appointments are typically Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 PM. International District Legal Clinic Chinese Information and Services Center 611 S Lane St. Seattle, WA 98144

Provides legal information and advice for the following issues depending on attorney availability:   -  Auto accidents - Birth injuries -  Consumer law - Criminal defense -  Family law -  Finance -  Immigration -  Landlord-tenant law -  Medical negligence -  Personal injury -  Property law -  Worker's rights/wage claims

Provides support to the Family and Juvenile Division of the Thurston County Superior Court. Court staff can provide: - the status of a specific case, unless the case is "confidential,"; - general information on court rules, procedures and practices; - court-approved forms; - court schedules and information on how to get matters scheduled. Staff cannot: - provide advice about whether one should file a case, or what actions they should take in the case; - words to put in a form; - advise anyone on what to say in court; - speculate about what decision the judge might make or what sentence the judge might impose.

Operates a legal clinic providing a free 30-minute consultation with an attorney (60 minutes if an interpreter or other accommodation is needed) Clinic is open to all, but particular focus is on providing culturally-informed legal services in a safe and welcoming environment to individuals who identify as African American or Black. This clinic is staffed primarily by attorneys of color. Clinic attorneys can: -  Determine whether the client has a legal problem -  Suggest possible options -  Help answer papers, summons and requests -  Provide appropriate referrals   Neighborhood Legal Clinic attorneys may not have expertise in all areas of the law, but they will make every attempt to answer questions accurately. Attorneys CANNOT give advice on criminal legal issues or provide representation on any legal matters.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.

Provides child protective services, including intake, screening and investigative services in response to reports of suspected child abuse and neglect.   CPS social workers investigate appropriate referrals to assess the safety and protection needs of children and, when necessary, intervenes by providing services designed to increase safety and protect children from further harm.   In order to remain involved with families for more than 90 days, CPS must obtain either a court order or a voluntary service agreement with families at risk.   CPS may include in-home protective services to keep a child safely in the family home or temporary out-of-home care during assessment or reunification efforts.   Callers reporting suspected child abuse will be asked during the call: - The name, address and age of the child.   - The name and address of the child's parent, guardian or other persons having custody of the child.   - The nature and extent of the abuse or neglect.   - Any evidence of previous incidences.   - Any other information which may be helpful in establishing the cause of the child's abuse or neglect and the identity of the perpetrator.  (1-866-END-HARM is a toll-free telephone-based clearinghouse provided by Washington state to connect callers to appropriate abuse reporting lines; interpreters available in common non-English languages, including Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese. ) Targeted services for Indian children are available at the Office of Indian Child Welfare.