was created by experienced prosecutors and victim advocates to give true meaning to crime victim’s rights by providing fee-free legal representation to crime victims, the only non-profit organization to do so in Contra Costa County.
getVOCAL for Victims
partners with volunteer attorneys to provide crime victims with legal representation throughout a criminal prosecution.
volunteer attorneys are members of civil law firms, as well as private practitioners, interested in dedicating their pro bono services to advocating for the rights of crime victims.
"Life completely changed the night my ex terrorized my family. I had NO IDEA how to begin the process of dealing with a domestic violence case let alone even ADMITTING that I was a victim! Consulting with a getVOCAL rep gave me the confidence to move forward with a plan and resources to get through it all."