Victim Advocacy

"Aubrey provides dependable, competent, and outcome-focused service."

~ Trisha VP

All victims have the right to seek justice.

But for victims of sexual crimes and human trafficking, the court system can make this road to justice complex and intimidating. New Orleans-based attorney Aubrey Harris knows all too well the trauma that victims endure and the unique challenges they face navigating their criminal and civil options. She saw this trauma firsthand during her experience as an assistant district attorney for Orleans Parish and now strives to advocate for victims by helping them navigate their options in criminal and civil court.

Because victims of heinous crimes like human trafficking, rape, and sexual harassment face a number of challenges when petitioning the courts for justice, Aubrey Harris provides the advocacy and guidance victims need to help them make informed decisions through every step of this system.

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Sexual Crimes and Human Trafficking in the United States

The trauma of sexual crimes and human trafficking can take a toll on a person’s emotional and physical wellbeing, as well as their ability to earn a living. Victims undoubtedly suffer from the physical aspect of these heinous crimes and the trauma to their mental health afterward, but these victims also commonly struggle with medical expenses and lost income during their recovery. In fact, the CDC estimates that crimes of a sexual nature can cost a victim more than $122,461 in lost wages, medical expenses, and court costs.

And sexual harassment and rape are terrifyingly common in the United States. Crimes of a sexual nature affect more than 320,000 people in the United States each year. According to RAINN, the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization, an American citizen somewhere in the U.S. will be the victim of sexual assault every 73 seconds.

But you are not alone.

Victim Advocacy FAQ's

Victims of rape, sexual harassment, and human trafficking face countless challenges as they recover from trauma and seek justice through the court system.

Call the Aubrey Harris Law Firm at (504) 233-8118 to speak with a compassionate member of our victim advocacy team today.

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How a Victim Advocacy Attorney Can Help

A victim advocate attorney represents the interests of the victim, helping them to navigate the complicated court system and achieve justice.

A victim advocacy attorney can do any or all of the following, depending on the needs of the client:

accompany clients when speaking to law enforcement
accompany clients in court
represent victims in civil suits as well (Filing civil suits could help victims
secure money to recover lost wages and pay for medical expenses.)
speak with prosecutors on behalf of the client
relay important developments in a case to victims and their family

Having an ally on your side can help make the process of seeking justice less confusing and traumatic.

Here at the Aubrey Harris Law Firm, we first help our clients write victim impact statements that accurately reflect the trauma and hardship victims of crime have sustained. Our team can also relay recommendations for sentencing to judges on a victim’s behalf. For victims who need protection, our firm can pursue protective orders to keep our clients safe from retaliation.

In addition to providing her expertise in the legal sphere, Aubrey Harris connects victims of rape, sexual harassment, and human trafficking with qualified doctors and mental health professionals. Recovering from trauma is a long and difficult process, and Aubrey ensures her clients receive the utmost empathy and professionalism from medical doctors and mental health practitioners.

Contact the Aubrey Harris Law Firm

Victims of rape, sexual harassment, and human trafficking face countless challenges as they recover from trauma and seek justice through the court system. Our team will treat your experience with the seriousness it deserves, providing the expertise and guidance you need regarding what to expect from investigators and the courts, as well as the best steps to take to achieve justice and move forward with your life. We can also represent victims of sexual harassment, rape, and human trafficking pursue justice through civil suits.