Can I get a protection from abuse order if I am a survivor of sexual assault?
Yes! Usually to get a Protection from Abuse (PFA) Order, the abuser and survivor need to be family or household members or dating partners.
Pine Tree Legal Assistance helps survivors of sexual assault get PFA orders across the state of Maine. Contact your local sexual assault advocacy center to connect to our services!
Protection from Abuse in Maine: Getting Ready for Your Hearing & Next Steps
Many Protection from Abuse cases are handled without a lawyer. If you believe that the other side will have a lawyer, or if there are complicated issues involved in your case, you may be better off with a lawyer.
Need to start at the beginning of the process? Read the first part of our guide: Protection from Abuse in Maine: First Steps &… More
Healthcare Resources for Maine Children Who Have Experienced Violence
How does domestic violence affect children?
Violence and trauma can have long-lasting effects on children who witness or experience violent events.
How To: Get Ready for a Disclosure Hearing in Maine
A disclosure hearing can happen once a creditor has a judgment against you for money you owe. Sometimes the creditor must take you to court to find out what property and income you have. This is called a disclosure hearing. This guide will walk you through what to expect at a disclosure hearing, and what you will need to know to go in prepared.… More
Falling behind on student loan debt? Here's what you need to know
This guide lays out your options for many different student loan debt situations.
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Maine Fair Housing Newsletter
The Fair Housing Newsletter is a publication of Pine Tree Legal Assistance, through the Fair Housing Initiative Program, Maine. It covers important fair housing information and developments, and highlights other fair housing resources.
Maine National Guard Education Assistance Program
Maine National Guard members may be eligible for full tuition at a state college or university. Learn about the requirements here.
H-2A: Health Care
Introduction to affordable health care options for H2A workers, including insurance and emergency Medicaid.
Farmworker News
Welcome to our Farmworker News homepage - this is where we post our latest newsletters.
Visit our Farmworker Unit to learn more about our work and for more resources!
Your H-2A Contract
Information about H-2A Contracts from the 2016 edition of H-2A Contract News.