Hotlines provide immediate advice or referrals, but they don't do research over the phone or answer more complex questions. If you need help with research, see the Libraries/Legal Research, Walk-In Clinics or Legal Aid/Self-Help tabs. If you need answers to more complex questions, see the Legal Aid/Self-Help tab or the Subject Index.
Child Support Enforcement - 24 hours/7 days a week toll free hotline: 1-888-LAHELP-U (1-888-524-3578). They provide guidance for parents seeking child support. There are charges for enforcement. See website for more information and locations across the state. New Orleans office: Dept. of Children and Family Services, 2601 Tulane Avenue, 10th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70119.
Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence - is a coalition of statewide shelters that provide advocacy, resources and referrals, including legal services, for victims of domestic abuse. See Program and Resources on their website for a list of help centers by parish. Contact: The Louisiana Domestic Abuse Hotline, available 24/7 (888) 411-1333, or locally (225) 752-1296.
Metropolitan Center for Women & Children - provides legal representation and advocacy for victims of domestic or date violence, sexual assault, stalking, and immigration issues affecting victims of human trafficking. Contact: 24 hour crisis hotline: (504) 837-5400.
Pro Bono Project - Community Legal Clinics and Self Help Resource Centers - Check website to confirm schedule and locations for walk-in services. Call: (504) 581-4043, email: info@probono-no.org. Self Help Resource Center Domestic Hotline for Orleans and Jefferson Parrish: Monday - Friday 9-12PM, (504) 881-1171, or email: selfhelp@probono-no.org. More information is available about Self-Help Resource Centers, for domestic and bankruptcy matters.
STAR (Sexual Trauma Awareness & Response) - provides legal representation and assistance in matters related to sexual trauma. They also provide help with navigating the criminal and civil legal system. Contact: 24/7 Hotline: (855) 435-STAR; the Greater New Orleans Branch: 123 N. Genois Street, New Orleans, 70119.