ELIGIBILITY

Because of limited resources, we cannot help everyone who requests our services. Our Intake Department gives Information and referral to anyone who calls. WVA's acceptance of direct advocacy and legal cases is determined by a variety of criteria.

WE DO NOT ACCEPT

criminal cases
probate of an estate
divorce and custody cases
bankruptcy
other GENERAL legal cases

WE HELP CLIENTS BY

giving information and referrals
investigating suspected abuse and neglect
conducting outreach and training on legal rights advocacy skills
representing clients in negotiation and mediation at meetings, such as IEP or IPE meetings
representing clients in administrative proceedings, such as medicaid fair hearings
filing litigation and representing clients when their disability rights are violated