Domestic Violence Unit

Although all prosecutors in the Office of Connie Pillich handle domestic violence cases, the Office has several courtroom advocates who work in tandem with prosecutors and various community liaisons to provide a variety of services to domestic violence victims.

In cooperation with community organizations like Women Helping Women, Legal Aid, Hamilton County Children's Services, and local law enforcement agencies, the Office provides a centralized resource and support system through the Victim Advocate Division.

Contact a representative of the Victim Advocate Division.

Juvenile Court Advocates

Cathy Fogelson Cathy.fogelson@hcpros.org 513-946-3166

Tim Heywood Tim.heywood@hcpros.org 513-946-3150

Abigail Scola Abigail.scola@hcpros.org 513-946-3198

Municipal Court Advocates

Anthony Riston Anthony.riston@hcpros.org 513-946-3096

Colleen Roth Colleen.roth@hcpros.org 513-946-3287

Katie Weber Katherine.weber@hcpros.org 513-946-3260

Felony Court Advocates

Laura Bedinghaus Laura.bedinghaus@hcpros.org 513-946-3035

Kaleb Brown Kaleb.brown@hcpros.org 513-946-3261

Kylee Howard Kylee.howard@hcpros.org 513-946-3086

Reneen Mincy Reneen.mincy@hcpros.org 513-946-3286

Shaquita Mitchell Shaquita.mitchell@hcpros.org 513-946-3264

Kim Schneidt, Supervisor Kim.schneidt@hcpros.org 513-946-3186

GRAND JURY ADVOCATE

Elle Hirlinger Ellehirlinger@hcpros.org 513-946-3208

If this is an emergency, contact your local police department or call 9-1-1.

You can also reach the YWCA crisis hotline 24 hours a day at 888-872-9259.

Resources

The Office of Connie Pillich continues its proactive approach to address domestic violence and violence in our community. Prosecutors and Victim Advocate teams offer free presentations to the community in Hamilton County to discuss domestic violence and breaking the cycle of violence. These presentations, along with free handouts, provide critical information on the consequences of domestic violence and what happens if a juvenile or adult is charged with a domestic violence crime. By educating the community on the real-life impact of this behavior, the Prosecutor’s Office seeks to prevent violence and keep teens and adults out of the criminal justice system.

If you're interested in hosting a free presentation at your school or for your organization on domestic violence, please contact Joyce Powdrill at 513-946-3031 or email at joyce.powdrill@hcpros.org.

Additional Local Resources

Women Helping Women

24 Hour Hotline (text or call)

513-381-5610

Safe at Home

614-995-2255

YWCA

513-436-3606 (text)

513-872-9259

Bethany House Services

513-970-1515 (text)

513-381-7233