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Got questions about your legal rights? The Vermont Commission on Women's handbook, The Legal Rights of Women in Vermont might provide answers. Chapters include: Adoption, Guardianship and Emancipated Minors; Consumer Protection and Fair Credit; Domestic Relations; Education; Employment Rights; Housing and Property Rights; Immigration; Insurance; Name Changes; Public Accommodations; Public Assistance and Government Benefits; Reproductive Rights; Violence Against Women and Children; and Wills, Probate Court, and Advanced Directives.

Read Vermont Commission on Women's publications on this and other topics.


IN THIS CHAPTER:

Local & State Resources

Community Justice

Legal Clinics

National & International Resources

Divorce

Immigration & Human Trafficking

State and Local Resources

Vermont Law Help Website

vtlawhelp.org/

Website with free legal information, forms, and links to legal and other help created and maintained by Legal Services Law Line of Vermont and Vermont Legal Aid. Organized into the following categories:

  • Disability
  • Disaster Relief
  • Education
  • Family
  • Forms
  • Guardianship
  • Health
  • Housing
  • Immigration & Citizenship
  • Money and Debt
  • Public Benefits
  • Seniors
  • Small Claims
  • Stalking
  • Taxes
  • Work

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), Vermont Chapter

137 Elm St.
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-6304
acluvt.org/

The American Civil Liberties Union of Vermont (ACLU) is an affiliate of the national ACLU, the nation's foremost advocate of freedom, liberty and equality -- litigating, legislating, and educating the public on a broad array of issues affecting civil liberties in the United States. ACLU-Vermont is the state affiliate, working to protect the constitutional rights of all Vermonters.

Attorney General’s Office

109 State Street
Montpelier, VT 05609-1001
(802) 828-3171 / (802) 828-3665 (TTY)
ago.vermont.gov

The Attorney General is the law firm for the Vermont state government. When the State is sued, the AG’s Office defends the case in court. The AG’s office also enforces state laws.

Civil Rights Unit of the Vermont Attorney General's Office

109 State Street
Montpelier, VT 05609-1001
(802) 828-3657 / (888) 745-9195 / (802) 828-3665 (TTY)

ago.vermont.gov/about-the-attorney-generals-office/divisions/civil-rights/

The Civil Rights Unit is responsible for enforcing state laws which prohibit discrimination in employment. These include laws which prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, place of birth, age, handicap, HIV status, or for asserting a claim to worker's compensation, and laws which prohibit retaliation against any person who makes a claim of discrimination. The Civil Rights Unit also enforces the laws related to employment-related drug testing, and polygraph (lie detector) testing, and the state laws which relate to parental and family leave. This office does not have jurisdiction over claims of discrimination in public accommodations (for example, denial of access to or discrimination by businesses, public groups and meetings, and the like) and housing. Does not accept claims of employment discrimination against the State of Vermont. These matters are handled by the Vermont Human Rights Commission.

Fair Housing Project, a program of Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity

294 North Winooski Ave.
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 660-3456 / (802) 864-3334 ext. 202

cvoeo.org/get-help/fair-housing-and-discrimination

The Fair Housing Project works to protect and expand the fair housing legal rights of classes of people traditionally subjected to housing discrimination and exclusion.  As part of that mission, they work to assure that the state and municipalities are actively “Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing” so as to expand inclusiveness of housing opportunities in Vermont. The FHP works with partners to eradicate illegal housing discrimination in Vermont. They may be able to help you through information and referral services, fair housing education, training, workshops, and outreach.

Have Justice, Will Travel

9580 VT Route 113
Vershire, VT 05079
(802) 685-7809 / (877) 496-8100
havejusticewilltravel.org/

The mission of Have Justice - Will Travel (HJWT) is to bring an end to the generational cycle of abuse in rural families by bridging the legal, cultural, geographical, psychological and economic gaps that exist for victims of domestic violence. HJWT provides free legal and supportive services for battered, low-income women and their children, and provides transportation for them to and from court.

Judicial Conduct Board

P.O. Box 189
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819-0189
(802) 748-8161
vermontjudiciary.org/LC/MasterPages/Judicialconductboard.aspx

The Judicial Conduct Board investigates complaints of judicial misconduct or disability and recommends any necessary action to the Vermont Supreme Court. Possible disciplinary actions include public reprimand of the judge, suspension for a part or the remainder of the judge's term of office, or retirement of the judge if physically or mentally disabled. The Court does not impeach judges. Only the General Assembly has the power to impeach. The Supreme Court appoints the nine members of the board and designates the chair and vice-chair. Three members are lawyers, three members are lay citizens and three members are judges.

Juvenile Defender’s Office

6 Baldwin Street, 4th Floor
Montpelier, VT 05633-3301
(802) 828-3168
defgen.vermont.gov/staff/central/juvenile-division

The Juvenile Defender’s Office primarily provides ongoing post-dispositional representation to children and youth who are in the custody of the Department for Families and Children and were represented in original Family Court proceedings by a public defender. It provides representation for these clients at DCF caseplan review meetings, administrative hearings at the Woodside Detention Center and at certain administrative appeal hearings and judicial hearings. The staff advocates for these children in a wide variety of situations. The supervising attorney in the office also sits on several committees and councils focused on juvenile justice and family services and monitors proposed legislation related to these issues. The office also acts as a resource center for public defenders regarding juvenile law and resources for juvenile clients and their families.

Office of Child Support of the Vermont Department for Children and Families

280 State Dr.
Waterbury, VT 05671-1060
(800) 786-3214
dcf.vermont.gov/ocs

The Vermont Office of Child Support (OCS) is the state agency responsible for establishing, collecting upon, enforcing, and modifying support orders for children who do not live with both parents. OCS can help establish parentage, establish an order for child and medical support, modify an order for child and medical support, make support payments to the custodial parent, enforce an existing order for child and medical support, and locate a missing non-custodial parent.

Prisoners' Rights Office at the Office of the Defender General

6 Baldwin Street, 4th Floor
Montpelier, VT 05633-3301
(802) 828-3194
defgen.vermont.gov/research/prisoners-rights-office

The Prisoners’ Rights Office addresses a wide range of issues that deal with the fact, length, and conditions of confinement and community supervision for people serving sentences. These include post-conviction relief criminal appeals, furlough, parole, and supervised community sentence eligibility and violations, health care, prison discipline and sentence calculation.

Office of the Defender General

5 Baldwin Street, 4th Floor
Montpelier, VT 05633-3301
(802) 828-3168
defgen.vermont.gov/

The Public Defender’s Office provides constitutionally required representation to needy persons charged with serious crimes. It also gives counsel to children who are who are the subject of juvenile proceedings as alleged delinquents, parties in juvenile proceedings including children in need of care and supervision, and to persons in the custody of the Commissioner of Corrections.

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Boston Area Office
John F. Kennedy Federal Building
475 Government Center
Boston, MA 02203
(800) 669-4000 / (800) 669-6820 (TTY)
eeoc.gov/

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces a number of federal laws that prohibit employment discrimination. These laws make it illegal to discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The laws enforced by the EEOC also prohibit retaliation against a person who files a charge of employment discrimination, assists in an investigation, aids in the enforcement of the laws, or opposes discrimination prohibited by the laws. Most employers with 15 or more employees are covered by the laws (20 employees in age discrimination cases). Most labor unions and employment agencies are also covered. The laws apply to all types of work situations, including hiring, firing, promotions, harassment, training, wages, and benefits.

Vermont Agency of Education

219 North Main Street, Suite 402
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 479-1030
education.vermont.gov/

The Vermont Agency of Education is a statewide resource regarding all aspects of education including home schooling, safe schools, special education, English as a second language and many other important education-related topics.

Laws and Regulations
Vermont Agency of Education's webpage featuring updated state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to education in Vermont schools.

Model Policies
Vermont Agency of Education's webpage featuring model policies.

 Vermont Association for Justice

1 Main Street Suite 305
P.O. Box 1366
Burlington, VT 05402-1366
(802) 861-7999
vermontjustice.org

The re-named Vermont Association for Justice (VTAJ) is a dynamic organization designed to assist its members in growing professionally by offering networking, information sharing and education that contribute to practice growth, thus increasing every member’s level of professional success. VTAJ continues to sponsor, support or oppose legislation to best serve the administration of justice and the cause of advocacy.  Operates an online referral service - click on Find A Lawyer menu option.

Vermont Bar Association

P.O. Box 100
Montpelier, VT 05601-0100
(802) 223-2020
vtbar.org/

Vermont Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service
(800) 639-7036 Monday-Friday 8am – 4pm and online at vtbar.org/find-a-lawyer/

Refers callers to attorneys in appropriate concentrations. First 1/2 hour consultations are $25.00 or less.

Vermont Center for Independent Living

11 East State Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(800) 639-1522 (voice/TTY)
vcil.org/

VCIL is a resource on the issue of pregnancy in the workplace since women are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  They have ADA and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) resources to share. Provides peer advocacy counseling which includes one-on-one support. By working with peer counselors, individuals with disabilities learn how to do their own problem solving and enhance their ability to advocate themselves. Through the Center, programs and resources such as Meals on Wheels, and the Home Access Program are available by contacting any office for information.

VCIL is a New England ADA Center State Affiliate. Call (800) 949-4232 (voice/TTY) /
(617) 695-0085 (voice/TTY) or go to newenglandada.org with questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

Bennington:
P.O. Box 82
601 Main Street
Bennington, VT 05201
(802) 447-0574 (voice / TTY)
(802) 681-9096 (Videophone)

Brattleboro:
28 Vernon St., Suite 317
Brattleboro, VT 05301
(802) 254-6851
(802) 264-0328 (TTY)
(802) 275-0099 (Videophone)

Burlington:
7 Kilburn St., Suite 312
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 861-2896 (voice)
(802) 881-0138 (videophone)

Bakersfield
PO Box 219
Bakersfield, VT 05441
(802) 888-2180 (voice)

Rutland:
60 Center St., Suite 1
Rutland, VT 05701
(802) 779-9021

Vermont Human Rights Commission

14-16 Baldwin Street
Montpelier, VT 05633-6301
(802) 828-1625 / 800-416-2010
hrc.vermont.gov/

The Vermont Human Rights Commission enforces civil rights laws that protect people from discrimination in housing, state government employment, and in places of public accommodation such as restaurants, stores, and schools. The Commission investigates discrimination claims, helps parties resolve disputes, and takes legal action in the courts when necessary. In addition, the Commission conducts workshops on civil rights issues and provides information and referral services. Finally, the Commission furnishes research and testimony about the potential impact of civil rights bills under consideration by the state Legislature.

Vermont Legal Aid, Inc.

(800) 889-2047
vtlegalaid.org

Legal Help Tool: VTLawHelp.org

Vermont Legal Aid (VLA) is a non-profit law firm established in 1968 to provide free civil legal services to Vermonters who are low-income, elderly and those with disabilities. They serve anyone who is discriminated against in housing decisions and all who face challenges related to health care insurance or services. Vermont Legal Aid serves the community by providing information, advice, and representation in the areas of health care, housing, education, family law, benefits, and consumer law. They do not handle criminal cases. Common examples of needs they can help with:

  • Court appearances or legal advice
  • Problems with housing or landlords
  • Domestic violence
  • Public assistance, long-term care, Medicaid, or health care issues
  • Disability, special education, or guardianship issues
  • Discrimination or individual rights issues

Vermont Legal Aid Projects

Poverty Law Project represents low-income Vermonters with civil legal problems in the areas of housing, family law, consumer law, employment, and problems with government benefits programs.

Disability Law Project represents Vermonters with physical and developmental disabilities where their legal problem arises from their disability. Cases include guardianship, special education, discrimination in employment and housing, access to health care, and Social Security Disability-related benefits problems.

Elder Law Project has two sections, the Senior Citizens Law Project which represents people over 60 years of age in general civil legal matters including housing, Medicare and guardianship; and The Medicare Advocacy Project that represents clients in Medicare appeals.

Health Care Advocate Project provides advocacy on problems involving health care and health insurance. Case types include access to health care, billing, eligibility, and insurance plan coverage issues.

Housing Discrimination provides help, advice and limited legal services to people who believe they may have been discriminated against.

Long Term Care Ombudsman Project represents individuals who receive long term care services in nursing homes, residential care homes, assisted living residences, or in their own homes through the Choices for Care Program. Issues addressed include quality of care, quality of life, and residents' rights.

Mental Health Law Project represents clients facing involuntary commitment and or involuntary medication proceedings.

Housing for Everyone Law Project: Provides legal help to tenants who are defendants in eviction cases in court. Also, our helpline is available to tenants with questions about the Vermont Emergency Rental Assistance Program (VERAP), including Reach Up Rental Assistance and Utility Assistance.

Homeowner Legal Assistance Project: Provides legal services to Vermont homeowners with mortgage, property tax, utility and other property charge delinquencies. We also help with other legal issues that put homeowners at risk of displacement. Any Vermont homeowner with a delinquency for their mortgage, property taxes, utilities, association fees or insurance at their primary residence is eligible for quick advice through our helpline.

Medical-Legal Partnership Project: Includes three different partnerships with Vermont medical providers. In our partnership with UVM Medical Center, we collaborate with social workers to address their patients’ health-harming civil legal problems. Through the Legal Assistance in Recovery Services project, we partner with medication-assisted treatment (MAT) clinics around the state to help people with substance use disorder to overcome legal obstacles to their recovery. DULCE is a partnership with several pediatric practices around the state to provide legal support to families of newborns.

Victims’ Rights Project: Represents victims and survivors of crime in both civil and criminal matters related to the crime they experienced, regardless of income. Our priorities include the physical safety and financial security for victims of domestic and sexual violence. We also provide advice and representation for Vermonters who have been victimized based on gender, race, gender identity and sexual orientation.


Vermont Legal Aid Office Locations

Burlington:
264 North Winooski Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 863-5620

Montpelier:
56 College Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-6377

Rutland:
57 North Main Street, Suite 2
Rutland, VT 05701
(802) 775-0021

Springfield:
56 Main Street, Suite 301
Springfield, VT 05156
(802) 885-5181

St. Johnsbury:
177 Western Ave., Suite 1
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-8721

Vermont Parent Representation Center, Inc.

PO Box 4087
Burlington, Vermont 05406
(802) 540-0200
vtprc.org/

An interdisciplinary team of an attorney, a social worker, and a peer navigator (a parent who has direct experience with child protective and foster care systems) represents parents at risk of experiencing the removal of their children into state custody and foster care or kin-care. A Family Intervention Team (FIT) works with the custodial parent to address issues that threaten the children's safety to prevent a petition from being filed in court (Family and Probate). VPRC is a not-for-profit public interest law and policy organization. VPRC’s goals include: To reduce the number of children removed from their families into state and other out-of-home custody; to shorten the length of stay in state and other out-of-home custody for children who have been removed, and to reduce the number of children re-entering state and other out-of-home custody after being reunified with their families. Thier mission is to ensure, through advocacy and support, that children who can live safely with their parents are afforded a real opportunity to do so.

Vermont Professional Responsibility Board

Costello Courthouse
32 Cherry St., Ste 213
Burlington VT 05401
vermontjudiciary.org/LC/attydiscipline.aspx

To report possible attorney misconduct.

Vermont State Police

Vermont State Police Headquarters
45 State Drive
Waterbury, VT 05671-1300
(802) 241-5260
vsp.vermont.gov/

The Vermont State Police is a full-service law enforcement agency that provides primary law enforcement services to approximately 200 towns, 90 percent of the land mass, and 50 percent of the population in Vermont. Handles hate crimes and other criminal violations of the law.

Stations:
Williston: (802) 878-6611
St. Albans: (802) 524-2166
Middlesex: (802) 229-9191
St. Johnsbury: (802) 748-2314
Derby: (802) 334-8881
Bradford: (802) 222-4680
Rutland: (802) 773-1816
Middlebury: (802) 388-3191
Shaftsbury: (802) 442-5421
Rockingham: (802) 722-4600
Brattleboro: (802) 257-7950
Royalton: (802) 763-7776

Vermont State Police Internal Affairs Unit

vsp.vermont.gov/headquarters/internalaffairs

Complaints or compliments about Vermont State Police officers may be filed online, via email or via verbal or written communication with any Station Commander of the Vermont State Police. This office reflects the Vermont State Police’s continuing commitment to the importance of fair and impartial policing.

Community Justice

Community Justice Network of Vermont

PO Box 1539
Montpelier, VT 05601
(802) 999-8156
cjnvt.org

The Community Justice Network of Vermont is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit membership organization whose members share a belief in the importance and efficacy of restorative responses to conflict and crime as an alternative to traditional criminal prosecution, punishment, and retribution. Its mission is to broaden and strengthen Vermont’s restorative practices through leadership, advocacy, education, and partnerships.

In 1998, the Vermont Department of Corrections (DOC) initiated partnerships with municipalities to develop community justice centers (CJCs) to deliver restorative justice to and with communities. There are now 20 community justice centers in Vermont, and the CJNVT serves as a place where CJC members — organizations or individuals — can share ideas, promote best practices, and support communities as they create restorative, inclusive solutions to the problems of conflict and crime.

Community Justice Network of Vermont's List of Community Justice Centers in Vermont
cjnvt.org/center/

Legal Clinics

VCW recommends calling or emailing these clinics in advance.

Caledonia County Legal Clinic

1126 Main St.
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-6600

This clinic is held once every month or two with a volunteer attorney. Call for the next clinic date and to reserve a time slot with the attorney.

Caroline Fund Pro Se Legal Clinic at Lawline of Vermont

274 N Winooski Ave.
Burlington, VT
(802) 355-4968

carolinefundvt.org/about-us

Call in advance to verify the next clinic date.

Chittenden Co. Small Claims Clinic

32 Cherry St.
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 879-6304

Limited to those with a pending case in small claims court. Clinics held on the first Tuesday of each month from 2-4PM. Call in advance to verify the next clinic date.

Chittenden County Rent Escrow Clinic

175 Main Street
Burlington
, VT 05402
(802) 863-3467

Clinics are held every other Tuesday morning at court. Tenants are eligible to visit with an attorney at the clinic on the day their rent escrow hearing is to be heard. Call in advance to verify the next clinic date.

Environmental Division Free Legal Clinic

32 Cherry St.
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 951-1740

A legal advice clinic offering 30 minute sessions on the second Thursday afternoon of each month.  Call in advance to verify the next clinic date.

Orleans County Restorative Justice Center Monthly Legal Clinic

(802) 487-9327
kingdomjustice.org/

Provides pro and low bono 30 minute consultations with local attorneys.  Call in advance for details and to make an appointment.

Pride Center of Vermont Legal Clinic

255 South Champlain St. #12
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 863-0003
The Pride Center of Vermont (PCVT) Legal Clinic provides one-time legal advice about your rights and responsibilities, advice on your options for dealing with legal issues, and information about how the legal system works so you know what to expect. Legal issues addressed at the clinic include name/gender marker changes, landlord/tenant and real estate; second parent adoption; known sperm donor contracts; divorce/dissolution; parental rights and responsibilities (custody) modifications; relief from abuse petitions; and estate planning.  The Legal Clinic is open on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Call in advance to verify the next clinic date.

Community Legal Information Center at Vermont Law School

vermontlaw.edu/academics/library/CLIC
 

The Community Legal Information Center offers free legal reference services to the general public. Founded in 2015, CLIC is financed by an annual grant from the Vermont Department of Libraries and is operated by Vermont Law & Graduate School librarians and staff.

South Royalton Legal Clinic at the Vermont Law School

PO Box 117
South Royalton, VT 05068
(802) 831-1500
vermontlaw.edu/academics/clinics-and-externships/south-royalton-legal-clinic

The Clinic (SRLC) serves Vermont residents (*representation is statewide for immigration cases; other representation is limited to Orange, Windsor and, by court appointment only, Washington Counties) who are unable to afford counsel and who need assistance with issues such as bankruptcy, children’s rights, domestic violence, housing, family-based immigration, family law, landlord/tenant, social security disability, wills and veterans issues. Working under state and federal student practice rules, Vermont Law School student clinicians and work-study students help to represent clients in court and administrative hearings. The clinic has trained many of the leading legal service providers in Vermont.Call in advance to verify the next clinic date.

Steps to End Domestic Violence Legal Clinic

(802) 658-1996
stepsvt.org

Serving Chittenden county, this free clinic offers 30 minute sessions about domestic violence related matters every Monday afternoon from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.  Call in advance to verify the next clinic date.

Washington County Family Law Clinic

255 North Main St, Suite 1
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 479-4205

The Washington County Family Law Clinic is generally held on the 3rd Friday of every month at 1:00 p.m.  Arrive early to sign-up as volunteer lawyers meet with individuals on a first come - first served basis.  Call in advance to verify the next clinic date.

Windsor Family Legal Clinic

82 Railroad Row
White River Junction, VT 05001
(802) 295-8865

Held in conjunction with the Vermont Law School, this legal clinic happens once - twice per month September - May.  Call in advance for upcoming dates.

National & International Resources

Amnesty International

rightsnow.amnestyusa.org/

Amnesty International is the world’s largest grassroots human rights organization. The organization focuses on exposing and investigating abuse and educating the public with the goal of creating a safer world.

Futures Without Violence

futureswithoutviolence.org/

Futures Without Violence works to prevent and end violence against women and children worldwide. Emphasis is on training professionals such as doctors, nurses, athletic coaches, and judges on improving responses to violence and abuse.

OutRight Action International

outrightinternational.org

The IGLHRC is the leading international organization dedicated to advocating on the behalf of people who experience abuse or discrimination on the basis of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

dhs.gov/index.shtm

The Department of Homeland Security works to defend the United States against various threats. The nearly 230,000 employees ensure border and aviation safety, emergency response, and many other duties.

U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)

justice.gov/

The purpose of the U.S. Department of Justice is to enforce the law and legally defend the interests of the United States. It protects the public from domestic and foreign threats, provides leadership for controlling crime, and seeks just punishment for those found guilty of criminal behavior.

U.S. Department of State

state.gov/

The mission of the U.S. Department of State is to advance freedom for the American people and international community through helping to create a more democratic world that promotes the rights of their people.

Divorce

Office of Child Support

dcf.vermont.gov/ocs

Find resources for parents, including an application, a child support calculator, publications like Child Support in Vermont: A Handbook for Parents, covering most aspects of child and medical support in Vermont. It includes chapters on establishing parentage, establishing support, modifying support, paying support, enforcing support orders, and getting support while receiving public assistance.

Immigration & Human Trafficking

ACLU Immigrants Rights Project

aclu.org/issues/immigrants-rights

Founded in 1987, the Immigrants Rights Project works to expand and enforce the civil liberties and civil rights of non-citizens. The IRP has been at the forefront of nearly every major legal effort on behalf of immigrants’ rights including law reform litigation, legal advocacy, and judicial rulings.

Association of Africans Living in Vermont

20 Allen St. (Third Floor)
Burlington VT, 05401
(802) 985-3106
info@aalv-vt.org
aalv-vt.org

The legal services program at the Association of Africans Living in Vermont provides pro bono assistance and representation in a wide array of immigration issues, including:

  • Adjustment of status to lawful permanent residence

  • Asylum

  • Citizenship

  • Family Reunification

  • Temporary Protected Status

  • Victims' Visas

  • Violence Against Women Act Petitions

  • Work and Travel Authorization

American Immigration Council

americanimmigrationcouncil.org/

Established in 1987, the American Immigration Council seeks to shape how Americans think about immigration and honor immigrant history. The council also works to achieve fairness and justice for immigrants under the law.

American Immigration Lawyers Association

1331 G Street NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 507-7600
aila.org/

This national association is comprised of over 11,000 attorneys and law professors who practice and teach immigration law. AILA Member attorneys represent U.S. families seeking permanent residence for familmembers, U.S. businesses seeking talent from the world arena, and more. Their mission is to advocate for fair and reasonable immigration law and policy, advance the quality of immigration and nationality law and practice, and enhance the professional development of its members.

Center for Gender and Refugee Studies at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law

cgrs.uchastings.edu/

Established in 1999 and housed at the University of California, Hastings College of Law, the CGRS works to impact the development of law and policy in order to protect women fleeing gender-based violence.

Give Way to Freedom

givewaytofreedom.org

Give Way to Freedom: Give Way to Freedom provides support and care services to victims of human trafficking. An emphasis is placed on educating the public about dangers of human trafficking.

National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC)

(888 ) 373-7888
polarisproject.org/

As a part of the Polaris project the NHTRC provides general information, resources, referrals, and training concerning human trafficking. It also operates a victim-focused national, toll-free hotline.

National Immigration Project (of the National Lawyers Guild)

nipnlg.org

The National Immigration Project of the National Lawyers Guild (NIPNLG) is a non-profit that provides technical and legal support for legal practitioners, immigrant communities, and advocates seeking to advance the rights of non-citizens. Emphasis is placed on battered women, HIV/AIDS, children, and non-citizen criminal defenders.

South Royalton Legal Clinic's Vermont Immigrant Assistance (VIA) Project at Vermont Law School

vermontlaw.edu/academics/clinics-and-externships/south-royalton-legal-clinic

VIA provides free legal services to immigrants in intricate cases, including domestic violence, asylum seekers, and refugees.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

(800) 375-5283 / (800) 767-1833 (TYY)
uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis

This government agency supervises lawful immigration to the United States. It grants immigration and citizenship benefits, promotes awareness and understanding of citizenship, and supports immigrants’ integration into American society.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (USICE)

(866) 347-2423 / (802) 872-6196 (TTY)
ice.gov/

This government agency serves as the main investigative branch of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. ICE's primary mission is to promote homeland security and public safety through the criminal and civil enforcement of federal laws governing border control, customs, trade, and immigration.

Vermont's Human Trafficking Crisis Response Protocol

justice.gov/usao-vt/press-release/file/1352331/download

Vermont Human Trafficking Taskforce created this document to provide instructions and information for anyone in Vermont that may have contact with potential victims of sex or labor trafficking. This would be Vermonters working in law enforcement, medicine, social services, education, and clergy, but also neighbors, friends and concerned citizens. The protocol addresses how to report labor trafficking or sex trafficking, who to report it to, what to expect from the agency responding, as well as services available to victims, and information for helping international victims of human trafficking.

Vermont Refugee Resettlement Program (USCRI Vermont)

462 Hegeman Ave, Suite 101
Colchester, VT 05446
(802) 655-1700
refugees.org/field-office/vermont/

Established in 1980, the Vermont Refugee Resettlement Program (VRRP) has worked bring opportunities to the lives of immigrants through defending human rights, promoting self-sufficiency, and developing community partnerships. The VRRP also has an award-winning volunteer program and provides Interpreting services.

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by authors and members of the organizations listed are not necessarily those of VCW. The presence of any individual or organization on this list should not be considered an endorsement by VCW.