Applicant was victim of domestic violence by this individual. Abuser fled the United States due to issues with police and abuse against applicant. In 03/2024 applicant applied for divorce from abuser, and unable to complete divorce because the judge said she needs and attorney because abuser is not in U.S.  

Client A.K. is seeking legal aid against their domestic abuser, has a police report with HPD, in need of divorce and has active protective order. 

 

A.K. pronouns (she/ her/ hers). Person listed in Adverse Party is one individual but goes by each name provided. 

Rafael has been seen by the Montrose Center as a survivor of domestic violence. Rafael completed his divorce through a hired attorney. Rafel was granted the vehicle and Arcides kept the home. 

Arcides attempted to file protective order against Rafael but was denied. Arcides then called the bank and surrendered the vehicle and it was repossessed.