Most of PTV's clients seek refuge in the United States as asylum seekers. As the largest port of entry to torture survivors, Los Angeles has the highest number of asylum claims filed in the United States. 

Our staff prepares forensic medical and psychological evaluations and serve as expert witnesses in federal immigration court. Reliving horrific experiences through testimony can be extremely traumatic to the survivor.  The PTV clinical staff prepares the client for the emotional responses they might have on the stand.  The presence of a trusted PTV volunteer or staff member can provide the extra moral support a client needs to answer questions clearly and in the necessary detail about the experience.

PTV also works with an extensive network of attorneys to ensure high-quality legal assistance for our clients. Our staff provides training to attorneys and legal groups to ensure that clients receive appropriate and adequate legal representation to win their asylum cases.

If you are an attorney and wish to receive more information or to work with us, please contact Shoshana Martinez, Case Manager, at 213.747.4944 ext.252  or Shoshana@ptvla.org

To refer a client, please download the attorney referral form and fax it to PTV at (213)747-4662.