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Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services | Somerset, Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky

Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services

108 College Street, Somerset, KY 42501

Eligibility
Must meet income guidelines
Required documents
Documents as requested during application process
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00 am-4:30 pm, closed lunch 12:00 noon-1:00 pm (EST)
To access this service, contact:

Amber Shewmake (Directing Attorney)

866-277-5733
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Central Intake/Appointment

800-866-7313
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Toll Free

606-679-7313
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Main

Languages
Spanish
Application process
Please call or complete online application at: (http://www.ardfky.org/node/6/legal-assistance-application)
Fees
Free
Service area
Lincoln County, KY Cumberland County, KY Monroe County, KY Wayne County, KY Rockcastle County, KY Clinton County, KY Russell County, KY Pulaski County, KY Adair County, KY Casey County, KY Mccreary County, KY
Provides free civil legal help to eligible low-income people in 37 counties of the Appalachian Mountains and rolling hills of eastern and south-central Kentucky. Assists with legal problems that affect the client's basic needs for food, shelter, income, personal safety from all forms of abuse, and safety and stability for children and the elderly.
Last Assured
09/18/2025
Providing organization
Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky
Provides free legal representation for low-income individuals and families.