Why do Victims need thEIr Own attorneys?

"Our team has been especially helpful and caring in our situation. We have been contacted many times by [the victim advocate] with regards to what is going on in our case and what LSCVA can do to help us through this tragedy. We so appreciate the time they always take to keep us informed. [Our team] has been with us from the beginning and are always available to answer any concerns we have. We have a team of angels who deeply care and support us...we are very thankful for them. They give us the strength and encouragement we need.  THANK YOU TEAM!"

As part of my ability to cope with the murder of my mother, I was supported through the journey for justice by [LSCVA’s Team].  You can’t imagine the trauma, confusion, sadness and anger every time you get a phone call or email about the case.  And, as much as you want information and updates, they also cause additional questions, and emotions, that are overwhelming to deal with.  The work and dedication of the team at LSCVA was essential to me, and helped to ease the stress, fear, and anxiety of the legal process.  There is no way for me to capture the impact, or need, for services like this; many survivors don’t have access to these type of services and are left alone in the shambles of the storm – in shock, in pain, in disbelief. 

"[When my family and I met LSCVA's attorney she] immediately began informing us of the rights a victim had. Her insight and knowledge of the law calmed us.  Her honesty and sincere compassion for what we were going through gained our trust.  [Throughout the case] LSCVA's attorney has never once lied to my family. She was never late.  She gained rapport with the prosecutor, with whom she worked diligently, fighting for our rights as victims, ensuring the court always heard our voices. Without LSCVA's help, our rights would have been constantly at risk of being violated.  Worse yet, trampled on, without our ever knowing they were."