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Providing Access To Justice

Restraining Order Advocate Training

As part of Lowcountry Legal Volunteers’ Pro Bono Protection Program, our Restraining Order Advocate Training prepares both attorneys and non-attorneys to support domestic violence survivors as they navigate the restraining order and protection order process in South Carolina. Whether you are a lawyer, advocate, volunteer, or community professional, this training provides practical tools to help survivors access safety with dignity.

TRAINING EVENT DETAILS
DATE: Friday, January 9
TIME: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
PLACE: Beaufort County Courthouse, Beaufort, SC

Register For Our Next Training Session
  • Attorneys interested in trauma-informed advocacy
  • Non-attorneys who work with survivors through shelters, schools, healthcare, outreach, or community programs
  • Anyone who wants to help survivors understand their options and safely pursue protection


No legal background required.

  • The basics of Orders of Protection and Restraining Orders in South Carolina
  • How to help survivors prepare for filing, service, and their hearing
  • Safety planning before and after court
  • Trauma-informed communication skills
  • When and how to refer survivors for legal assistance

Restraining orders can be a critical safety tool. But for survivors in crisis, the process can feel confusing and overwhelming. Advocates—both attorneys and non-attorneys—play a key role in helping survivors access protection, stability, and support.