INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES

A partner you can trust when the stakes are high.

Individuals & Families

For individuals and families faced with sensitive matters that cross civil, criminal and family law, Alcalaw serves as a holistic partner, providing legal and strategic advice. Leveraging decades of experience gained as federal and state prosecutors and years of trial and investigative practice, Alcalaw helps clients triage complicated situations, assess safety risks and see around corners to protect their best interests.

Often in the wake of harm, the path ahead is not clear. If you do not know the best next step, call on us as a trusted thought partner. Learn more about our crisis response service for individuals and families: The Path.

  • We help survivors seek protection and justice in matters including:

    • sexual assault and misconduct

    • domestic and dating violence

    • sex trafficking

    • blackmail

    • stalking

    • physical violence

  • Suffering harassment or discrimination in the workplace can be isolating and confusing. Alcalaw guides individuals trying to determine the best next steps in these difficult circumstances. We also provide guidance on wage disputes, termination and compensation.

  • We specialize in sensitive cases in which social media and electronic communication are implicated, including:

    • online harassment and bullying

    • revenge porn, sextortion

    • transfer of nude images

    • deepfakes

  • We help families of kids implicated in matters involving cyber security, including:

    • online harassment and bullying

    • child pornography

    • child exploitation

    • transfer of nude images

    • deepfakes

  • If you are considering reporting criminal conduct to law enforcement, responding to a subpoena or addressing other law enforcement action, leverage Alcalaw’s years of criminal and trial experience to guide you.

    We also handle select criminal defense cases. Reach out to see if your case might be a fit.

  • Title IX processes can be emotionally taxing, confusing and disruptive. We represent complainants and respondents in campus proceedings.

  • We help public figures and others manage risks to reputation in a range of sensitive situations.

Services

Sample Matters

  • Advise families responding to in-school or online bullying of their child

  • Counsel sex assault survivors debating whether to pursue criminal or civil remedies

  • Seek financial compensation for individuals who have experienced harassment, discrimination and abuse

  • Counsel families seeking to report online exploitation of child to law enforcement

  • Support crime victims during criminal prosecution of perpetrator

  • Advocate to law enforcement on behalf of clients

  • Represent public figures facing unfounded threats to reputation

  • Obtain orders of protection

  • Consult on response strategies for issues related to physical safety