Yajaera's MJM page

The mission of MJM is to provide free legal representation and ongoing support to vulnerable community members impacted by family violence, child abuse, and child neglect. 

MEET TIFFANY

"In 2018, after eight years with my fiancé, we decided to end our relationship. We agreed on shared custody of our daughter Alyssa. Shortly after that separation, my ex’s roommate reached out to me sharing his concerns about Alyssa’s safety during her visits with her father. Born with Down syndrome, she was non-verbal at that time. That is when my oldest daughter came forward to share that she had been sexually abused by Alyssa’s father for three years. She quietly held on to her experience, too afraid to come forward. I was overwhelmed with anguish, but it became imperative that I advocate for Alyssa’s safety and change the custody order in place.

After a thorough Child Protective Services investigation, and pending criminal charges, I was left to navigate our family law case without financial resources.

I was referred to MJM and their team got my family through the most difficult period of our lives. They are kind, compassionate, and understanding. The staff eased my fears and made the legal process less daunting, going above and beyond anything expected. Their assistance was more than legal representation but with school supplies and Christmas presents they made sure my kids felt a sense of normalcy and helped me meet their needs.

Since then, Alyssa’s father has been held accountable by the criminal justice system, and MJM helped me obtain full custody of my daughter. I am so grateful for the support MJM provided in our journey and I can’t wait to start this new chapter of our lives!"

-Tiffany, MJM former client