As of May 2008
***** DISCLAIMER*****
STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES DOES NOT ENDORSE OR WARRANT THE SERVICES PROVIDED BY ANY OF THE GROUPS, ORGANIZATIONS, OR OFFICES LISTED BELOW. STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES ALSO DOES NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THIS LIST. THE INFORMATION IS PROVIDED MERELY AS A SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY.
I. GENERAL LEGAL ADVICE
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION LEGAL INFORMATION AND REFERRAL WEBSITE
Provides assistance to low income people in finding legal help from a lawyer or other sources.
ANTELOPE VALLEY SELF HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
Michael D. Antonovich Los Angeles County Superior Court
42011 4th Street West
3rd Floor, Room 3920
Lancaster, CA 93534
(800) 433-6251
Be prepared to wait to be assisted.
Monday – Friday: First 30 People receive assistance starting at 8:30 a.m. with Family Law.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: First 30 People receive assistance starting at 1:30 p.m. with Evictions, Name Change, Civil Harassment
Restraining Orders.
Bring all your court papers with you. Services are free.
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN LEGAL CENTER
1145 Wilshire Blvd., 2nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Telephone Hotlines:
(213) 977-7500-Main Number
(800) 520-2356 Chinese Translators
(800) 867-3126 Khmer Translators
(800) 867-3640 Korean Translators
(800) 267-7395 Vietnamese Translators
http://www.apalc.org
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Provides assistance to low income people only; multiple language counseling; mediation available to all on sliding fee scale. Assistance with immigration, family law, and domestic violence.
ASKTHELAWYER.COM
http://www.askthelawyer.com/index.php
Provides free initial online consultation with a local attorney. Site also contains legal articles and consumer information.
BET TZEDEK (House of Justice)
Bet Tzedek Legal Services
145 S. Fairfax Avenue, 2nd floor, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 939-0506
New cases (intake hours): Mon-Thu: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
http://www.bettzedek.org
Provides assistance to low income only, within L.A. County. Will not handle cases of automobile accidents, tickets, medical malpractice; call for more information.
BET TZEDEK – Valley Rights Project
12821 Victory Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA 91606
(818) 769-0136
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.bettzedek.org
Provides assistance to low income only, within the Valley. Will not handle cases of automobile accidents, tickets, medical malpractice; call for more information.
HIV & AIDS LEGAL SERVICES ALLIANCE, INC. (HALSA)
3350 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 750, Los Angeles, CA 90010
Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
(213) 637-1690
http://www.halsaservices.org/
Areas of Law: Discrimination, Employment, Immigration, Housing, Wills, Real Property, Health Law.
INFO LINE
Los Angeles Superior Court
111 N. Hill Street, 2nd Floor, Room 227, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(800) 339-6993 or 211 in Los Angeles County
Mon/Wed: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
http://www.infoline-la.org
Info Line of Los Angeles provides information about and referrals for more than 4,500 services in Los Angeles County. An advisor assists in identifying appropriate programs and community resources for individuals, children, and families involved in the court system. All services are confidential, and may include referrals to legal support services, public benefits, substance abuse programs, counseling, job training programs, and many other needed services.
INGLEWOOD SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
(Los Angeles County Neighborhood Legal Service)
Inglewood Courthouse
1 Regent Street.1st Floor, Room 107 Inglewood, CA 90301
http://www.nls-la.org/+/Self-Help%20-%20Inglewood.pdf
Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., stops incoming intake 1 hour before closing times; closed Wednesday at 12:00 pm. Assist with: Family Law, Name Change, Evictions, Contracts, Car Accidents, and Civil Harassment Restraining Orders.
LONG BEACH SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
Long Beach Courthouse
415 West Ocean Boulevard
5th Floor, Room 505
Long Beach, CA 90802
(800) 433-6251
Be prepared to wait to be assisted.
Closed Wednesdays from 12:10 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday: First 30 people receive assistance starting at 8:30 a.m. with Family Law
First 30 people receive assistance starting at 1:30 p.m. with Evictions, Name
Change, Civil Harassment Restraining Order
Bring all your court papers with you. Services are free.
LOS ANGELES FREE CLINIC
8405 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90048
Appointments (323) 653-1990 , Administration (323) 653-8622
http://www.lafreeclinic.org/
Provides free health care and social services to people in need.
LOS ANGELES CENTER FOR LAW & JUSTICE
1241 South Soto Street, #102, Los Angeles, CA 90023
(323) 980-3500
FAX (323) 980-3510
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
http://www.laclj.org
Low income, limited to East & Northeast Los Angeles, Highland Park & Eagle Rock residents only; depends on zip code.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL SERVICES
13327 Van Nuys Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331
(800) 433-6251
FAX (818) 896-6647
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.nls-la.org
Provides free legal services to low-income residents of San Fernando, Antelope, San Gabriel, Santa Clarita, and Pomona Valleys and the cities of Glendale, Pasadena and Burbank.
Call the Neighborhood Legal Services Hotline (800) 433-6251 for help with:
Government Benefits: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 9:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Housing/Consumer: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 9:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Employment/Community Development: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Immigration: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Health Consumer Center: (800) 896-3203; Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays
9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
POMONA SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
Los Angeles County Superior Court
400 Civic Center Plaza, 7th Floor, Room 702, Pomona, CA 91766
(909) 620-3006 – Pomona Courthouse
(800) 433-6251 – Legal Access Center
Be prepared to wait to be assisted.
Closed every Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Mon-Fri: Assistance at 8:30 a.m. with: Family Law (Divorces, Parental Rights (Paternity), Child
Custody & Visitation, Response to Divorce & Paternity).
Mon-Fri: Assistance at 1:30 p.m. with: Evictions, Family Law, and Name Change
Bring all your court papers with you. Services are free.
PUBLIC COUNSEL
601 S. Ardmore Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 385-2977
FAX (213) 385-9089
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
http://www.publiccounsel.org
Generally only accepts referrals from another agency. Clients seen by appointment only.
SANTA MONICA COURTHOUSE SELF HELP CENTER
1725 Main Street, Santa Monica, California 90401
General Information: (310) 260-3522
Hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; and Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (arrive at least one hour before the office closes in order to be assisted).
UNIVERSITY OF WEST LOS ANGELES SCHOOL OF LAW
1155 Arbor Vitae Street, Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 342-5200
Tue: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Law School
http://www.uwla.edu
Services are free and open to anyone.
VAN NUYS SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
Van Nuys Courthouse
14400 Delano Street, Van Nuys, CA 91401 (corner of Delano St. and Sylmar Ave.)
(800) 433-6251
Closed every Wednesday from 12:10 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday: First 30 People receive assistance starting at 8:30 a.m. with:
Divorces, Parental Rights, Child Custody & Visitation, Response to Divorce
Paternity, Evictions, & Name Change.
Bring all your court papers with you. Services are free.
WOMEN'S EQUAL RIGHTS LEGAL DEFENSE
6300 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1500, Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 653-8087
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.amglaw.com
Provides services in areas of family law, employment and civil rights. Eligibility and possible fees will be determined after speaking to a lawyer. Works with women and men about their legal rights & works to help them gain access to courts. Referral to outside agency - Women Lawyer's Assoc. of L.A.
II. LEGAL AID (low income only)
MAIN OFFICE (West)
1102 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90019
(323) 801-7989
FAX (323) 801-7291
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
CENTRAL OFFICE - LOS ANGELES LEGAL AID
1550 W. 8th Street, Los Angeles 90022
(213) 640-3881
FAX (213) 640-3850
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
EAST LOS ANGELES OFFICE
5228 Whittier Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90022
(213) 640-3883
FAX (213) 640-3911
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
INNER CITY LAW OFFICE
1325 E 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021
(213) 891-2880 ext. 102
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
LEGAL AID FOUNDATION OF LONG BEACH
Security Pacific Bank Building
110 Pine Avenue, Suite 420, Long Beach 90802
(562) 435-3501
FAX (562) 435-7118
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m.
LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAM FOR
PASADENA AND SAN GABRIEL-POMONA VALLEY
243 East Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA 91766
FAX (909) 623-6357
SANTA MONICA OFFICE
1640 5th Street, Suite 124, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 899-6200
FAX (310) 299-6208
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
SOUTH CENTRAL OFFICE
8601 S. Broadway Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90003
(213) 640-3884
FAX (213) 640-3988
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Provides free and comprehensive services for screened eligible applicants.
III. LANDLORD-TENANT
ANTELOPE VALLEY SELF HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
See “General” Listing.
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN LEGAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
See “General” Listing.
BET TZEDEK (House of Justice)
See “General” Listing.
CULVER CITY LANDLORD TENANT MEDIATION BOARD
Housing Programs Office. 9970 Culver Blvd, 2nd Floor, Culver City, CA 90232-0507
(310) 253-5780
http://www.culvercity.org/citygov/ltmb.html
Provides mandatory and voluntary mediation and voluntary arbitration for landlord-tenant disputes. There is no charge for this service.
DISABILITY RIGHTS LEGAL CENTER
See “Disability” Listing.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
5050 Commerce Drive, Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(626) 430-5200
http://www.lapublichealth.org/eh/
Illegal utility shutoff, maintenance of apartments, use and occupancy, hot water, cockroaches, habitability, sanitation problems, and rat control (when less than five units).
EVICTION DEFENSE CENTER
Legal Aid Foundation – Central Office
1550 W. Eighth St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
(213) 640-3881
(213) 487-7609 Intake Line
(800) 499-1162 Hotline
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
http://www.lafla.org
Low income. By appt. only. Assistance with eviction notices, lock-outs by landlord, illegal utility shutoff, and notices to vacate.
HOUSING ENFORCEMENT
Los Angeles City Attorney, Special Operations Division
200 North Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 473-6900 or (213) 473-6920
http://www.lacity.org/atty
Ordinance enforcement, hearing and prosecution. By referral from L.A. Housing Department only.
INGLEWOOD SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
See “General” list.
INNER CITY LAW CENTER- Weingart Access Center
1309 East Seventh Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021
(213)-891-2880
Provides assistance to homeless and low-income people on a variety of cases including access to government benefits, landlord/tenant disputes, eviction defense, consumer issues, and referrals to other comprehensive service providers.
LEGAL AID FOUNDATION OF LOS ANGELES
(1) Santa Monica Office
1640 5th Street, Ste. 124, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 899-6200
FAX (310) 299-6208
(2) West Center Office- Main Office
1102 Crenshaw Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90019
(323) 801-7989
FAX: (323) 801-7921
http://www.lafla.org
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Landlord/tenant problems, government benefits, social security, unemployment; low income.
LOCKOUT HOTLINE OF LEGAL AID
1640 5th Street, Ste. 124, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(800) 399-4529 Hotline
(310) 899-6200 Intake Line
http://www.lafla.org
Mon-Thu: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
LONG BEACH SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
See “General” Listing.
Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice
See “General” Listing.
Los Angeles County Bar Association Unlawful Detainer Assistance Project
Courthouse Office:
111 N. Hill St., Room 220, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (5th Fl. Superior Court)
(213) 613-2760
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 – 5:00 p.m.
http://lacba.org
Provides services to low income only. Fees range from $60-150 on a sliding scale. Answers and Motions to respond to summons and complaint; Motion to respond to Notice to Vacate by the Sheriff; Advocacy in correcting health & building/safety code violations. Services provided for tenants only. Please call for additional information. Walk-Ins welcome.
Los Angeles County Fair Housing Offices
Counseling and investigations of housing discrimination complaints in rental housing, home sales, lending and insurance, counseling on housing issues and landlord/tenant problems. Emphasis on investigating housing discrimination including:
1) advice on court procedures when the client is in Pro Per; 2) Advice on housing rights; 3) Referrals for assistance with specific problems. There are no fee or eligibility requirements.
Los Angeles Area (800) 477-5977 http://www.hrc-la.org
Housing Rights Center
3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 150, Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 572-9234
Open on Wednesdays only from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
http://www.hrc-la.org/index.cfm?method=page.display&pagename=home
Services include Discrimination Complaint Investigation, Enforcement and Litigation, Predatory Lending Hotline, Outreach and Education, Landlord/Tenant Counseling and Advocacy to all income levels. Services also provided in Spanish, Mandarin, Armenian, Russian, Cantonese, Korean and English.
Housing Rights Center- Los Angeles Office
520 S. Virgil Ave, Suite 400. Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 387-8400
Mon-Fri: 8:30 am-5:00pm.
Fair Housing Foundation – Long Beach
3605 Long Beach Blvd., Ste. 302, Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 989-1206
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
www.fhfla.com
Provides assistance in investigating housing discrimination for South and Central Los Angeles, including the South Bay area.
Fair Housing Foundation – Los Angeles
4401 Crenshaw Blvd., Ste. 317, Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 295-3302
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (except 12:30-1:00pm)
www.fhfla.com
Provides assistance in investigating housing discrimination for Los Angeles and certain parts of LA County. Call for an appointment.
Fair Housing Council – San Fernando Valley
8124 Van Nuys Blvd, Ste. 206, Panorama City, CA 91402
(818) 373-1185
www.fhfla.com
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Investigates claims of housing discrimination for people of all income levels at no cost.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL SERVICES
Housing Hotline: (800) 433-6251; Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 9:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
LOS ANGELES HOUSING LAW PROJECT
Main Office:
1125 West 6th Street, Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90017 (at 6th & Bixel)
(213) 481-0134
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Appointment recommended. Sliding fee scale. Assistance in housing cases for tenants only. Provides answer and motions to respond to summons and complaint, motion to respond to Notice to Vacate by the Sheriff and advocacy in correcting health & building/safety code violations.
MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES
See “Disability” Listing.
POMONA SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
See “General” Listing
SANTA MONICA COURTHOUSE SELF HELP CENTER
See “General” Listing.
TENANTS RIGHTS COUNSEL
Joe Praml, Clinic Counselor
jpraml@sbcglobal.net
VAN NUYS SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
See “General” Listing.
IV. FAMILY LAW
ALLIANCE FOR CHILDREN’S RIGHTS
3333 Wilshire Blvd., Ste 550, L.A., CA 90010
(213) 368-6010
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
http://www.kids-alliance.org
Assists children living in poverty and foster care. Free for low income individuals. Call for appointment. Services include representation by pro bono attorneys in areas of guardianship and adoption.
ANTELOPE VALLEY SELF HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
See “General” Listing
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN LEGAL CENTER
See “General” Listing
BREAK THE CYCLE
P.O. Box 64996, Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 286-3366
FAX (310) 286-3386
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
http://www.breakthecycle.org
Legal assistance and representation for domestic violence victims who are 12-24 years old; education and outreach programs. No fee.
CENTER FOR ENFORCEMENT OF FAMILY SUPPORT
5855 Green Valley Circle, Ste. 315, Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 417-4141
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
www.enforcesupport.com
Counseling re: support orders; representation if existing order and no payments being made. Fee: $35 + 1/3 of all collected support payments; contingency fee basis.
COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICES
11834 E. Firestone Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650
(800) 834-5001
Norwalk Office: Servicing cities of Artesia, Bell, Bellflower, Bell Gardens, Cerritos, Downey, Norwalk, Paramount.
725 W. Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA 90222
(800) 834-5001
Compton Office: Servicing cities of Compton, Cudahy, Lynwood, Huntington Park, Maywood, South Gate.
Mon-Thur: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Fri: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
http://www.legal-aid.com
Call for appointment. Cost is based on income restrictions. Provides services in family law, guardianships, civil law (not criminal).
DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROGRAM
See “Dispute Resolution/ Mediation” Listing
DOWNTOWN COURTHOUSE:
A. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROJECT OF LA COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION – BARRISTER SECTION
Los Angeles Superior Court
111 N. Hill Street, Dept. 8, Room 245, Second Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 624-3665
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
http://www.lacba.org/showpage.cfm?pageid=420
$20 fee, which may be waived depending on income level. Volunteer attorneys and law students provide legal assistance to abused victims and their children by preparing the legal documents required to obtain temporary, and ultimately permanent, restraining orders which can include orders for custody, restricted visitation and child support. The Project also provides legal assistance to elderly individuals and to minor children seeking protection against sexual abuse by family members.
B. FAMILY COURT SERVICES
Los Angeles Superior Court
111 N. Hill Street, Room 241, Second Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 974-5524
(888) 889-9900 (PACT Information)
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
http://www.lasuperiorcourt.org/familylaw/cv-pact.htm
Family Court Services offers numerous services to the public with child custody and visitation issues. The Family Court Mediation Office provides an opportunity for parents to write their own custody and visitation plans. If parents cannot agree on a custody plan for their children, the Family Court Services Child Custody Evaluations Office may be ordered to provide the court and parents with information and recommendations. A fee may be charged for an evaluation. Additionally, the Family Court Services staff of mental health professionals offers child-focused programs for parents who are divorcing, separating or have children together. Parents and Children Together (PACT) is an educational program that assists parents in helping their children adjust to changes in their family and is mandatory for parents who have a custody and/or visitation dispute. Parenting Without Conflict is a six-week parent education program for high conflict families. Parents attend this program by court order. These programs are free.
C. FAMILY LAW FACILITATOR
Los Angeles Superior Court
111 N. Hill Street, Room 207, Second Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 974-5004
Office Hours:
Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thur: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon only
Telephone assistance:
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
http://www.lasuperiorcourt.org/familylaw/sup-facilitator.htm
The Family Law Facilitator assists parties with child support, spousal support and health insurance issues. The staff consists of attorneys and paralegals. The staff does not give legal advice nor does it represent a particular party in an action, and serves parties referred by the courts and walk-in parties. There are offices located in different locations. Each office services the public either by appointment or on a walk–in basis. For information regarding the different locations, please check http://www.lasuperiorcourt.org/familylaw/pdfs/facilitatorloc.pdf
D. FAMILY LAW INFORMATION CENTER
Los Angeles Superior Court
111 N. Hill Street, Room 207, Second Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 893-9754
Via phone:
Tue: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Office:
Mon – Wed: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thur: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Public walk-in to pick up packets and forms:
Mon – Wed: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Norwalk Southeast District
12720 Norwalk Boulevard, Room 202, Norwalk, CA 90650
(562) 807-7300
Mon: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tue-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
http://www.lasuperiorcourt.org/familylaw/ov-infocenter.htm
The Family Law Information Center provides general family law information, referrals and assistance to self-represented parties. Parties are provided legal forms and procedural guidance in the areas of dissolution of marriage (divorces), legal separation, paternity cases and responses to domestic violence actions by a paralegal, under the supervision of an attorney. Within these areas assistance can be sought regarding child custody and visitation, child and spousal support and limited property issues. The staff may assist both sides of the same case.
E. GUARDIANSHIP VOLUNTEER PROJECT
Los Angeles Superior Court
111 N. Hill Street, Room 252, Second Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012
http://www.lasuperiorcourt.org/familylaw/pdfs/FLServices.pdf
Tue/Wed/Thur: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Operated by Public Counsel. The Guardianship Volunteer Project is open to people who need assistance with guardianships and conservatorships of the person. This program does not assist you if there is an estate or financial resources that you need the authority to manage. Volunteer attorneys and paralegals donate their time assisting people to complete and file the appropriate paperwork and informing them about the legal process. There are many forms necessary to file for guardianship so individuals should allow several hours to complete the process. A Spanish-speaking volunteer is usually available on Wednesday and Thursday.
F. INFO LINE OF LOS ANGELES
See “General” Listings.
G. MAYNARD TOLL CLINIC
(Project of the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles)
Los Angeles Superior Court
111 North Hill Street Department 8, 2nd Floor. Los Angeles, CA 90012
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m., 1:30 pm 3:30 pm
Provides brief legal advice and counseling, referrals to not: for profit legal service agencies reviews and/or prepares court forms, provides self help materials. There are some income restrictions and might be a minimal fee.
EQUAL RIGHTS ADVOCATES
1663 Mission Street, Suite 250, San Francisco, CA 94013
(415) 621-0672 (Office)
(800) 839-4372 (Hotline)
Mon.-Fri. 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Hotline counselors are available Mon & Tue: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Wed: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.; Fri: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon.
http://www.equalrights.org
Provides assistance and referrals to women who have been the victim of sex discrimination and harassment only.
FAMILY LAW PROJECT (Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law)
3250 Wilshire Blvd, Ste. 710, Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 388-7515 Appointments
(213) 388-7505 Administrative
(213) 388-7503 Fax
Monday: 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Tues-Thurs: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
http://www.hbcfl.org
Counseling but no representation. Appointment required. Low income. $10.00 initial donation; $5.00 donation for each subsequent visit. Money orders only. Domestic Violence, restraining orders, divorce, alimony, paternity, custody, visitation, child support.
FAMILY VIOLENCE PROJECT (Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles)
13425 Ventura Blvd., #200, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 505-0900 (24-hour crisis line)
(310) 858-9344 (Emergency and transitional shelters)
(818) 789-1293 (Counseling center)
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00p.m.
http://www.jfsla.org/index.php?/programs/details/17/
Provides free counseling, emergency shelter, transitional housing, support groups, and court accompaniment for victims of domestic violence.
FULLER PSYCHOLOGICAL AND FAMILY SERVICES
135 N. Oakland Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91182
(626) 584-5200
Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
http://www.fuller.edu/sop/main/psychological_center.asp
Individual, marital, child, & family counseling; by appointment. Sliding fee scale, counseling only.
INGLEWOOD SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
See “General” list.
JENESSE CENTER
P.O. Box 8476, Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 299-9496 (24-hour crisis hotline)
(800) 479-7328 (24-hour crisis hotline)
Mon-Fri: 8:00a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
http://www.jenessecenter.org
Legal assistance, emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling, and vocational educational program.
LEGAL AID FOUNDATION OF LOS ANGELES
See “General” list.
LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF ORANGE COUNTY (also listed under COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICES)
902 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
(800) 834-5001 Orange County and Southeast Los Angeles
(714) 571-5200 All other areas
M-Thur: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
http://www.legal-aid.com
Neighborhood offices also in:
Anaheim: (714) 533-7490
Compton: (310) 638-6194
Norwalk: (562) 864-9935
Call for eligibility & appt.
Contested custody & visitation (for any type of action); adoption; & default divorce clinic, some branch offices do guardianship, domestic violence, most domestic violence referred to Orange Co. courthouse domestic violence clinic (in Santa Ana). Serves Orange County courts. For indigent clients only. No fee.
LEGAL PROTECTION FOR WOMEN
5300 E. Beverly Blvd., Ste. D, East Los Angeles, CA 90022
(323) 721-9882
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Counseling & referral; simple divorce; interprets Spanish to English. Fees range from $350-500.
LEVITT AND QUINN FAMILY LAW CENTER
1557 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026-5704
(213) 482-1800
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 5: 30 p.m.
http://firms.findlaw.com/LevittQuinn
Counseling for low income re: all family law such as domestic violence, uncontested and contested divorce action, adoption, custody and guardianship of person [minor], paternity. Some representation for a separate fee; sliding fee scale for counseling sessions, usually $60-$185.
LONG BEACH COURTHOUSE:
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESTRAINING ORDER PROJECT
(Project of Legal Aid Foundation of Long Beach)
Los Angeles County Superior Court, South District
415 W. Ocean Blvd., Room 102, Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 435-3501
Walk-ins: Mon–Thur: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
http://www.lafla.org
Domestic violence and civil harassment TRO’s in pro per. No fee.
LONG BEACH SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
See “General” List.
LOS ANGELES COMMISSION ON ASSAULTS AGAINST WOMEN
605 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 955-9090 – Main Office
(310) 392-8381 – Los Angeles County Rape and Battering 24 hr Hotline
(213) 626-3393 – Central Los Angeles Rape 24 hr Hotline
(626) 793-3385 – West San Gabriel Valley Rape 24 hr Hotline
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.lacaaw.org
LOS ANGELES COUNTY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE
1-800-978-3600
http://da.co.la.ca.us/domv.htm
Counseling by telephone, crisis shelter (for up to 30 days), legal referrals, counseling; English and Spanish.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL SERVICES
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COURTHOUSE CLINICS
Burbank: 300 E. Olive Ave., M, W, F 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lancaster: 2011 4th Street West 2nd floor, M, W, F 8:30 a.m. 12:00
San Fernando: 900 Third St., Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Van Nuys: 6230 Sylmar Ave., Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
PASADENA COURTHOUSE:
BARRISTERS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COUNSELING PROJECT
300 East Walnut Street, Room 100, Pasadena, CA 91101
http://www.lacba.org/showpage.cfm?pageid=420
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Domestic violence restraining orders (in pro per). $20 fee.
PEPPERDINE LEGAL AID CLINIC
Union Rescue Mission
525 S. San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 347-6300, x 4413
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Call for an appointment. Free for qualifying individual such as people on rehabilitation programs, aid, unemployment, or homeless. Services include most types of family law (excluding divorce).
POMONA SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
See “General” list.
PUBLIC COUNSEL – Children’s Rights Project
610 South Ardmore Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005
(800) 870-8090; (213) 385-2977
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Free for low income individuals. Services include child care law, children’s rights, adoptions, consumer law, bankruptcy, homeless assistance, and immigration.
SANTA MONICA COURTHOUSE:
LEGAL AID FOUNDATION OF LOS ANGELES/DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CLINIC
Los Angeles County Superior Court, West District
1725 Main Street, Room 121, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 260-3524
http://www.lafla.org
Walk-ins: Mon–Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Domestic violence restraining orders. No fee.
SINGLE PARENTS UNITED IN KIDS (SPUNK)
2125 Santa Fe Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810
(562) 432-8802
Mon. - Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
http://www.spunklb.org/
Paternity and default divorce where no real property, not in military, and no pension/retirement benefits. Child support information & referrals. Will do wage assignments if employer's address known. Serves Long Beach, Compton, Torrance courts.
Fees: $0-200.00 depending on income for divorce and paternity.
SOJOURN SERVICES FOR BATTERED WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN
1447 16th St, Room BEA, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(310) 264-6644 Shelter Crisis Center 24-hour hotline
(310) 264-6644 Legal Clinic – services are free to victims of domestic violence
http://www.opcc.net/site/sojourn.html
VALLEY OASIS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COUNCIL
P.O. Box 2980, Lancaster, CA 93539
(800) 282-4808 or (661) 945-6736 (24-hour shelter line)
(661) 723-7772 (Outreach)
(661) 949-1916 (Administration)
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
http://www.lahsa.org/contracts/emerhousing/2004ESG03.htm
Crisis shelter for victims and their families (will accept women, men, LGBT, teens), legal assistance, counseling, outreach. Mobile Assault Trauma Team accompanies sheriffs when there is a domestic violence call.
VAN NUYS SELF-HELP LEGAL ACCESS CENTER
Van Nuys Courthouse
14400 Delano Street, Van Nuys, CA 91401
(800) 433-6251
Mon-Fri: Family law cases: First 30 people receive assistance starting at 8:30 a.m.
Closed Wednesdays from 12:10 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
(See “General” listing)
WOMEN'S EQUAL RIGHTS LEGAL DEFENSE
(See “General” listing)
WORKING PEOPLES LAW CENTER
1475 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 250-5500
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Call for appointment. PI (plaintiff only). Family law actions for child & spousal support, visitation rights; domestic violence TRO's (outside of legal action). No adoptions. Free advice.
YWCA WING PROGRAM
P.O. Box 1464, West Covina, CA 91793
626-915-5191 (Outreach Office)
(626) 967-0658 (24 hr. Hotline)
http://www.ywcawings.org
Assists battered women and their children, provides temporary shelter for up to 45 days, and has support groups in both English and Spanish.
V. IMMIGRATION
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN LEGAL CENTER
(See “General” listing.)
IMMIGRATION CENTER FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN
634 South Spring Street. Suite # 615, Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213) 614-1165
Appointment Required
www.icwclaw.org
Provide Probate, Guardianship, Immigration Law, including: Violence against women, trafficking, and family based immigration. Cost is based on a sliding scale of income and household size.
IMMIGRATION LEGAL ASSISTANCE PROJECT
300 N. Los Angeles Street, Room 3107, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 485-1872
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
http://www.lacba.org/showpage.cfm?pageid=423
Walk-in clinic, no appointment necessary. $20.00 for a consultation, and nominal fees for other immigration assistance. Please bring in all immigration forms and documents which you may have. Assistance in determining immigration status in order to know what legal rights apply.
LOS ANGELES FREE CLINIC
See “General” listing.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL SERVICES
(See “General” listing)
Immigration Law Hotline: (800) 433-6251; Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.nls-la.org
VI. CRIMINAL
CLARE (Court Referral Program)
(310) 314-6222
(310) 314-6200 – 24 hour switchboard
www.clarefoundation.org
Operates in Los Angeles, this DUI program provides approved AB-541, First Offender program, State of California, approved SB-38, Second Offender program, and SB-1365 Third Offender program education. There is also information about alcohol and its devastating effects on driving, general safety, and life.
FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER, CENTRAL DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA
(213) 894-2854
321 East 2nd Street. Los Angeles, CA 90012-4702
Legal assistance and defense for persons accused of federal crimes who are financially unable to employ private defense counsel. No fees except if required by court.
LOS ANGELES PUBLIC DEFENDER
http://pd.co.la.ca.us
Provides legal representation to all, including juveniles, who are financially unable to furnish counsel for court proceedings.
Downtown:
Criminal Court's Building
210 W. Temple, Room 19-513, Los Angeles, CA 90012-3210
(213) 974-2811
West Los Angeles (Airport Branch):
11701 S. La Cienaga Blvd., Ste 530, Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 727-6200
Santa Monica:
1725 Main Street, Suite 227, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 260-3687
VICTIM-WITNESS ASSISTANCE CENTER
Office of the District Attorney
210 W. Temple Street, Room 12-514, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 974-7499/ (800) 773-7574
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://da.co.la.ca.us/
Provides assistance for victims of a crime. Services include counseling, legal aid referral, possible help with relocation, funeral/burial services and court assistance. Must be free from contribution to the crime, willing to help with the investigation, and file a police report. Call for appointment.
VII. LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, AND TRANSGENDER
GAY AND LESBIAN COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTER
1625 N. Schrader Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028-6213
(323) 993-7400
http://www.laglc.org
Legal Clinic: Mon-Thursday, 5:00pm to 9:00pm by appointment only. There is a $10 donation fee for the service. Services include: Name Changes, Gender Changes, Restraining Orders, and Temporary Restraining Orders.
Health Services: Free or low cost HIV/AIDS medical care, individual and group counseling, HIV/STD testing and prevention, alternative insemination, and a 24-bed transitional living program for homeless youth.
Other Services Available:
Gay and Lesbian Lawyer Referral Service: (323) 993-7670; $25.00 referral fee
Mediation Project: (323) 993-7675
Hate Crime Victim Assistance (English): (800) 373-2227
Hate Crime Victim Assistance (Spanish): (877) 963-4666
HIV/AIDS-Related Legal Issues: (213) 201-1640
Documentation Preparation: (323) 993-7670. Assistance related to name changes, restraining orders, wills, and powers of attorneys. There is no charge for assistance with temporary restraining orders. For all other services, there is a fee which may be waived for those whose income and assets fall below a certain level.
HIV & AIDS LEGAL SERVICES ALLIANCE, INC. (HALSA)
See “General Listing”
THE CENTER IN LONG BEACH
2017 E. Fourth Street, Long Beach, CA 90814
Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
(562) 434-4455
http://www.centerlb.org/index.html
Health Services: Free HIV and STD prevention and testing on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (appt. needed). There also is information available for women’s healthcare and breast cancer screenings.
Social Support: “Coming out" support. They meet on Fridays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information regarding the support group, call Denise at (562)570-4359.
VIII. DISABILITY RIGHTS
DISABILITY RIGHTS LEGAL CENTER
919 S. Albany St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 736-1334
(213) 736-8104 Mediation
Monday- Friday 9am to 5 pm
www.disabilityrightslegalcenter.org
Programs serving people with disabilities: The Civil Rights Litigation Project, The Disability Mediation Center, The Cancer Legal Resource Center, and The Learning Rights Project.
LOYOLA LAW SCHOOL’S WESTERN LAW CENTER FOR DISABILITY RIGHTS
Loyola Law School Campus, 919 Albany Street, Los Angeles 90015
(213) 736-8104
www.lls.edu/community/dmc.htm
Serves individuals with disabilities or those whose conflicts involve persons with disabilities.
MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES
3255 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 902, Los Angeles, California 90010
(213) 389-2077
http://www.mhas-la.org/index.htm
Provides free legal advocacy services to mentally and developmentally disabled individuals in administrative hearings and other cases related to the clients’ disability. Assistance with discrimination against individuals with disabilities through legal representation, fair housing training, and legislative advocacy concerning housing opportunities for people with disabilities, Government benefits advocacy, and Medicare.
IX. EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Federal:
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – L.A. District Office
255 E. Temple, 4th floor, Los Angeles CA 90012
1-800-669-4000 or
(213) 894-1000
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.eeoc.gov
Walk-in only; come in by 3:00 p.m. because interviews are conducted on a first come, first serve basis. Enforces laws barring discrimination based on race, national origin, color, sex, religion, age, and disability.
State:
California Department of Fair Employment & Housing
611 W. 6th Street, Ste. 1500, Los Angeles 90017
(800) 884-1684 or (213) 439-6799 Employment
(800) 233-3212 or (210) 439-6703 Housing
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
http://www.dfeh.ca.gov
Employment/Community Development Hotline
(800) 433-6251
Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.nls-la.org/
Labor Commissioner (unpaid wages)
Division of Labor Standards Enforcement
320 W. Fourth Street, Suite 450, Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 620-6330
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSE
L.A. Mission College – El Monte Workers’ Rights Center
9354 Telstar Ave. El Monte, CA 91731
Wednesdays 5:00 p.m.
http://www.probono.net/ca/newcases.cfm?fa=detail&fromFa=summarize&id=93691
Provides a place for low-income workers to come, free of charge, to learn about their rights as workers and to get help as they pursue legal claims to wages, unemployment benefits, and other remedies. The Center provides self-help legal assistance to workers through written materials and one-on-one interviews that help people understand their rights, analyze their legal options, and navigate the legal system.
X. DISPUTE RESOLUTION/MEDITATION SERVICES
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN DISPUTE RESOLUTION CENTER
1145 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 250-8190
Fax: (213) 250-8195
Mon-Thu: 8:30-4:00; Fri: 8:30-4:30
www.apadrc.org
Provides mediation and facilitation services. Must be a resident of Los Angeles County. The $15 administrative fee may be waived for those who cannot afford it.
CALIFORNIA LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS; ARTS ARBITRATION AND MEDIATION SERVICES
1641 18th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 998-5590, Fax: (310) 998-5594
Mon-Fri: 10:00-5:00
www.calawyersforthearts.org/aams.html
Provides mediation and arbitration services for individuals in some form of creative arts profession. Services are provided on a sliding scale, ranging from $25-$50. Contact Victoria Epstein.
CITY OF NORWALK, DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROGRAM
11929 Alondra Blvd. Norwalk, CA 90650
(562) 929-5603
Mon-Fri: 8:00-5:00
www.ci.norwalk.ca.us/socialservices2.asp
Provides mediation and conciliation services for conflicts involving landlord-tenant, consumer-merchant, neighbor-neighbor, civil, business-business. At least one of the parties must reside in L.A. County. Services are free for everyone.
CULVER CITY LANDLORD TENANT MEDIATION BOARD
See “Landlord Tenant” listing.
GAY AND LESBIAN COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTER
See “LGBT” listing.
INLAND VALLEY JUSTICE CENTER
300 South Park Ave., Suite 745, Pomona, CA 91766
(909) 397-5780
Mon-Fri: 10:00-6:00
Provides mediation services based on a sliding fee scale. For individuals living in Los Angeles County or San Bernardino County, the fee is $25 dollars for the first 3 hours and $100 for the next three hours. If the individual is unable to pay that amount, the fee is waived. For individuals living outside either L.A or San Bernardino counties, the services are more expensive.
KOREAN AMERICAN COALITION
3727 West 6th Street, Suite 515, Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 383-4290 (direct)
(213) 365-5999 (general information)
Mon-Fri: 10:00-5:00
Provides free mediation services to everyone.
L.A. COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION SERVICES INC.
261 South Figueroa Street, Suite 310, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 896-6533
Mon-Fri: 9:00-5:00
email: drs@lacba.org
www.lacba.org/community/drs
Provides mediation, arbitration, and dispute resolution services. Must be a resident of Los Angeles County. A $50 fee for low income individuals. For those who don’t qualify as low income, $150 per party plus hourly wage of mediator.
MARTIN LUTHER KING DIPUTE RESOLUTION CENTER
4182 Southwestern Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 290-4132
Mon-Fri: 8:30-5:00
Provides free mediation services to everyone.
MEDIATION RESOURCES CLAREMONT
415 West Foothill Blvd., Suite 101, Claremont, CA 91711
(909) 621-0092
Mon-Fri: 9:00-5:00
email: admin@mediationresources.org
Provides mediation and dispute resolution services. There is a minimal fee that depends on the service provided. Services open to everyone.
OFFICE OF THE LOS ANGELES CITY ATTORNEY, DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROGRAM
Provides free mediation services and assists in resolving problems for people of all incomes. At least one of the parties involved must reside or own a business in L.A. County.
http://www.lacity.org/atty/atycb1b2b.htm
Downtown Office:
200 N. Main Street, Room 1600 City Hall East, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 485-8324 TDD/TTY (213) 485-8334
Fax (213) 847-2270
Call for an appointment. - Limited Hours
San Fernando Valley Office:
19040 Vanowen Street, Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 756-9601
Fax (818) 756-9179
Call for an appointment. - Limited Hours
West Los Angeles Office:
822 S. Robertson Blvd., Suite 102, Los Angeles, CA 90035
(310) 202-2837
Fax (310) 289-0635
Call for an appointment. - Limited Hours
THE LOYOLA LAW SCHOOL CENTER FOR CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Loyola Law School Campus, 919 South Albany Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 736-1145
Summer hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fall-Spring hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Provides dispute and mediation services. Also provides phone resolution services with a neutral negotiator. At least one of the parties must be resident of Los Angeles County. For low income individuals with income less than $30,000 a year, services are free. For those with income more than $30,000, services are available on a sliding fee scale. Must call to make appointment.
SOUTH BAY CENTER FOR DISPUTE RESOLUTION
1015 4th Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(310) 376-7007
Mon-Fri: 8:30-5:00
Free mediation services for individuals living in the cities of Hermosa, Manhattan Redondo, and Torrance. For individuals living outside of these cities there is a fee for services based on a sliding scale, with a maximum fee of $100. Must call to make an appointment.
XI. ATTORNEY REFERRAL SERVICES
BEVERLY HILLS BAR ASSOCIATION LAWYER REFERRAL INFORMATION & SERVICE
(310) 601-2440
www.bhba.org/lawyerref.htm
Referral fee of $45 (waived depending on the type of case), which entitles you to two referrals (if possible) and a consultation with each attorney of up to a half-hour.
CALIFORNIA LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS
1641 18th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 998-5590
Mon-Fri: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.calawyersforthearts.org
They provide referrals to lawyers with expertise in various arts and entertainment law specialties. There is a $30 fee for a one half-hour consultation.
GAY AND LESBIAN COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTER
See “LGBT” listing.
LAWYERS.COM
A directory website of attorneys searchable by area of law, topic, and/or location.
www.lawyers.com
LOS ANGELES COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION LAWYER REFERRAL INFORMATION & SERVICE
P.O. Box 55020, Los Angeles, CA 90055-2020
(213) 627-2727
http://www.lacba.org/
They provide referrals that include a 30-minute consultation for $ 35 fee. There is no charge for auto accident or personal injury case, tort, bankruptcy, family law, criminal, immigration, social security, wills trust, estate, or workers compensation matters.
SANTA MONICA BAR ASSOCIATION LAWYER REFERRAL INFORMATION & SERVICE
(310) 450-9289
http://www.smba.net
M-F 9:00 am to 5:00pm
Referral fee of $25, which entitles you to a half-hour consultation with one attorney
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT BAR ASSOCIATION LAWYER REFERRAL & INFORMATION SERVICE
12749 S. Norwalk Blvd., Ste 107, Norwalk, CA 90650
(562) 868-6787 or (888) 861-4LAW
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
http://www.sedbalaw.com
There is a $35 administration fee; fees vary for services. Referrals include family law, auto accidents, bankruptcy, business law, civil matters, criminal law, evictions, juvenile criminal law, personal injury, probate, real estate, Social Security appeals, workers comp and more.
STATE BAR OF CALIFORNIA
1149 South Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 765-1000
Mon-Fri: 8:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.calbar.ca.gov
UCLA CREDIT UNION MEMBERS
1-800-248-9000
http://www.legalaccessplans.com
Refers clients to attorneys and financial advisors.
XII. GOVERNMENT OFFICES AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Banking:
Office of the Controller of the Currency, Western District
Comptroller of the Currency, Administrator of National Banks, Washington, DC 20219 http://www.occ.treas.gov
Federally chartered financial institutions
Department of Financial Institutions Consumer Information Desk
1810 -13th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
(800) 622-0620
http://www.dfi.ca.gov
California chartered financial institutions
Better Business Bureau:
http://www.labbb.org
Better Business Bureau – Corporate Office
315 North La Cadena Drive, Colton, CA 92324
(909) 835-6064
Better Business Bureau – Culver City
6125 Washington Blvd., 3rd Floor, Culver city, CA 90232
(310) 945-3166
Better Business Bureau – Encino
17609 Ventura Blvd., Ste. LL03, Encino, CA 91316
(818) 386-5510
Better Business Bureau – Long Beach
3363 Linden Avenue, Suite A, Long Beach, CA 90807-4579
(562) 216-9242
Better Business Bureau – Placentia
550 West Orangethorpe Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870-6837
(714) 985-8922
California Attorney General – Complaints of False Advertising
(800) 952-5225
http://ag.ca.gov/ag/index.php
California Bureau of Automotive Repair
(800) 952-5210
http://www.autorepair.ca.gov/StdHome.asp
California Bureau of Electronic and Appliance Repair – Complaints about Repair Shops
(916) 574-2069
http://www.dca.ca.gov/press_releases/2004/0608_bear.htm
California Department of Corporations – Complaints against Finance Companies
(866) 275-2677
http://www.corp.ca.gov/fsd/fsdfaq.htm
California Department of Investigative Services – Questionable Repossession Tactics
(916) 445-2537
http://www.dca.ca.gov/bsis/
Consumer Credit Counseling Service / Springboard Non-Profit Consumer Credit Management
P.O. Box 5438, Riverside, CA 92517-5438
(888) 462-2227
http://www.credit.org
The program offers free counseling re: debts and personal budgeting. Enrolling in a Debt Management Plan Agreement allows counselors from the program to contact your creditors and make arrangements on your behalf. You will pledge to make your deposits on time and not to incur any new debt, to help you regain your financial freedom. The consultation is free. There is a $75 fee for debt plan setup and educational materials. There is also a small monthly administration fee to cover the costs of handling accounts. The monthly administration fee is $20 or 6.5% of disbursements, whichever is less. All services are available online, by phone, and in person.
Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Los Angeles
Main office: 5628 East Slauson Avenue, Commerce, CA 90040
Mon-Thu: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sat: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
(800) 750-2227
www.cccsla.org
Provides very low cost services to prevent and solve personal money management difficulties and to develop personal finance knowledge through education, confidential counseling and debt repayment plans. Appointments can be made via phone for in-person, phone or online counseling.
Consumer Product Safety Commission (State)
1301 Clay Street, Suite 610-N, Oakland, CA 94612-5217
(510) 637-4050
http://www.cpsc.gov/
Department of Consumer Affairs
400 R Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
(800) 952-5210
Phone: Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 4:50 p.m.
Public counter: Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.dca.ca.gov
Department of Insurance, Consumer Communications Bureau
300 South Spring Street, South Tower, Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 897-8921 Los Angeles area
(800) 927-HELP (4357) within California
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
http://www.insurance.ca.gov
Los Angeles County Neighborhood Legal Services
Government Benefits Hotline: (800) 433-6251 (9:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.) M,W, &Th
Consumer Hotline: (800) 433-6251 (9:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.) M, T, Th, & F
CORPORATION INFORMATION
Business Licenses – Main Office
225 N. Hill St. Room 109, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 974-2011
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
http://ttax.co.la.ca.us/Business_License.htm
Copyright Forms Information
Copyright Office -Library of Congress
101 Independence Avenue, S.E. Washington DC 20559-6000
(202) 707-3000
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (EST)
http://www.loc.gov/copyright
call: Federal Citizen Information Center -(800) FED-INFO
http://www.info.gov
Fictitious Name Statement (DBA)
County Clerk, Branch Office -Airport Courthouse
11701 S. LaCienega Blvd, 6th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 727-6142
(Filings accepted 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
http://regrec.co.la.ca.us/clerk/naming.htm
Secretary of State, Corporations Unit
1500 11th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 657-5448 or Los Angeles Branch, Corporations Unit -(213) 897-3062
http://www.ss.ca.gov
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
For information on filing, name availability, document filing support and legal review, status, statement of information, and service of process.
DRAFT COUNSELING
American Friends Service Committee
980 N. Fair Oaks, Pasadena, CA 91103
(213) 489-1900
http://www.afsc.org
FAMILY LAW
Child Abduction
Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office
320 W. Temple Street, Rm. 780
Los Angeles, CA., 90012
(213) 974-3931
http://da.co.la.ca.us/cau
Child Support Services Department
Office of Ombudsperson
5770 S. Eastern Avenue, Commerce, California 90040
(323) 890-9800
http://childsupport.co.la.ca.us
GOVERNMENT ATTORNEYS AND ELECTED OFFICALS
City Attorney, Airport Court Building
West District
11701 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90045
(310) 202-3800
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.lasuperiorcourt.org/Locations/Lax.htm
City Attorney's Office
Civil Liability Management Branch - Downtown
(213) 978-8100
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.lacity.org/atty
Represents city issues at no cost.
Councilman Jack Weiss’ Office (District 5 -- includes UCLA)
(310) 289-0353 (West L.A. office)
(213) 485-5013 (Downtown office)
Mon-Thur: 8:45 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Fri: 8:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.lacity.org/council/cd5/
The Office of the City Attorney
Worker's Compensation Fraud Unit
200 N. Main Street, 8th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 978-8100
http://www.lacity.org/atty/atycm1e.htm
IDENTITY THEFT
If you believe you are a victim of identity theft you need to one, call the Federal Social Security Administration Fraud Hotline (800) 269-0271
(Helpful information to have before you call: Name, Address, Social Security, Birthday, Account Numbers, and Telephone Number) and second, file a police report with your local authorizes (note the report number and officer’s name)
Beverly Hills - (310) 550-4951
West L.A. / Downtown- (877) 275-5273
Santa Monica- (310) 458-8411
Federal Trade Commission’s Identity Theft Hotline
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/credit/idtheftmini.htm
HOUSING
Beverly Hills Rent Control Board
455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 285-1031
http://www.ci.beverly-hills.ca.us
City of Los Angeles – Department of Building & Safety Department
201 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 482-0000
(888) 524-2845 Single Family Dwellings
Mon/Tue/Thur/Fri: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wed: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
http://www.ladbs.org
Building defects, code enforcement
Los Angeles County Neighborhood Legal Services
Housing Hotline: (800) 433-6251
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays: 9:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Environmental Health Department:
Hollywood-Wilshire Area Environmental Health Department
3530 Wilshire Blvd., 9th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 351-7893
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.lapublichealth.org/eh
Los Angeles County Environmental Health Department
5050 Commerce Drive, Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(888) 700-9995 Hotline
Maintenance of apartments, health code violations, general sanitation, nuisance, reporting child or dependant abuse, rat control (when more than five units).
http://www.lapublichealth.org/eh
Los Angeles County Health Department
2525 Corporate Place, Monterey Park, CA 91754
(800) 427-8700 Hotline
Mon-Fri: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
http://www.lapublichealth.org
Maintenance of apartments, use and occupancy, hot water, cockroaches, habitability, sanitation problems, and rat control (when less than five units).
West Los Angeles Area Environmental Health Department
(310) 665-8450
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.lapublichealth.org/eh
L.A. Rent Stabilization (Housing Preservation and Production Department)
3550 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90010
(866) 557-7368
http://www.lacity.org/lahd/ten_land.htm
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Los Angeles Housing Public Information Line
http://www.lacity.org/lahd
(866) 557-7368
Rent Stabilization Violation Case Analysis
http://www.lacity.org/lahd/rentfrm.htm
Housing Code Enforcement
http://www.lacity.org/lahd/cmplnt.htm
Santa Monica Rent Control Board
1685 Main Street, Room 202, Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 458-8751
Walk-in: Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (except every other Fri, closes at 5:00 p.m.)
http://www.santa-monica.org\rentcontrol
West Hollywood Rent Stabilization Dept.
8300 Santa Monica Blvd., 1st Floor, West Hollywood 90069
(323) 848-6450
Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Thur: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.weho.org
LOS ANGELES COUNTY LAW LIBRARY
301 W. 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 629-3531
http://lalaw.lib.ca.us
Hours: Mon-Thur: 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Sat: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
SMALL CLAIMS COURT
Dispute Settlement Service: 500 W. Temple Street, Room B96, Los Angeles, CA 90012-2706
(213) 974-0825
Small Claims Advisor: (213) 974-9759
Mon-Fri: 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
http://www.lasuperiorcourt.org
TAX INFORMATION
Internal Revenue Service
(800) 829-1040
Mon-Fri: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
http://www.irs.gov
XIII. UCLA SERVICES
UCLA PARKING SERVICES
Managers – Laura Orvananos (Day) & Ken Herman (Night)
Lot 8, Parking Service
(310) 206-PARK (7275) or (310) 825-1386
Mon-Thur: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.transportation.ucla.edu/parking/Parking.htm
Dashew Center for International Students & Scholars (Immigration)
106 Bradley Hall
(310) 825-1681
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.intl.ucla.edu
Provides information to international students who are interested in traveling or need a list of lawyers.
Ombuds Office
Kathleen Canul, Director
Strathmore Building, Room 105
(310) 825-7627
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., or by appointment
http://www.saonet.ucla.edu/ombuds
Resource that provides assistance in resolving conflicts, disputes, and complaints on informal basis to all members of UCLA community. Provides independent, neutral, and confidential services.
Staff/Faculty Counseling Center
10920 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 380, Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 794-0245
Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
http://www.chr.ucla.edu/chr/sfcc/about_sfcc.html
Provides counseling, consultation, and training for staff and faculty.
University Counsel
Patricia Jasper and Amy Blum
3149 Murphy Hall
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
(310) 825-4042; (310) 825-2284
XIV. LOS ANGELES SUPERIOR COURT WORKSHOPS
110 North Hill Street, Room 426, Los Angeles, California 90012
FAMILY LAW
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE OR LEGAL SEPARATION
1. “Family Law Trial Preparation Clinic”
“If you and your spouse cannot agree on how to resolve the issues in your case, then you need to come to the preparation clinic”
Clinic starts at 8:00 am, By Appointment Only.-Must sign up in Room 426
Bring to the workshop: A list of all issues to be decided by the judge, your position on each and why. Information on value of your assets: car, house, bank accounts, collections, and any debts.
Minor children can not be present during workshop, however, there is a free children’s waiting room for children who are potty trained.
2. “Divorce Assistance for People without an Attorney”
A series of 3 workshops.
By Appointment Only.-Must sign up in Room 426, in advance
To be admitted into workshop one your must bring the following documents and information:
Your residence address and telephone number. Proof of your income: recent paycheck stubs, umemployment or worker’s compensation benefits, or documents to show you receive SSI, SSP, CalWORKS, Food Stamps, County Relief, General Relief or General Assistance. You need dates of marriage and separation. You need your children’s names, dates of birth and all addresses where the children have lived for the last five years. Information on any legal action concerning the children, including domestic violence actions and child support cases. And, a list of all debts, bills, assets, property and things to be divided from before and during marriage, and after separation (including those in your name alone, your spouse’s name alone, and both your names together)
3. “Prepare Your Declaration of Disclosure for Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation”
By Appointment Only.-Must sign up in Room 426
Bring to the workshop: Your income information: pay stubs, tax returns. Information on value of your assets: car, house, bank accounts, collections. Four $.41 cent stamps.
Minor children can not be present during workshop, however, there is a free children’s waiting room for children who are potty trained.
4. “Prepare Your Response to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation”
First and Third Friday of the Month. By Appointment Only.-Must sign up in Room 426
Bring to the Workshop: Copy of the Petition and accompanying paper. Your income information: pay stubs, tax returns. Information on value of your assets: car, house, bank accounts, and collections.
To prevent the default from being entered against you, your response should be filed with the court within 30 days of your receipt for the petition.
Minor children can not be present during workshop, however, there is a free children’s waiting room for children who are potty trained.
5. “Step Four” Preparation of Judgment Workshop for Contested Judgments
Workshop on held on Monday for almost the entire afternoon at the Resource Center, room 426. Workshops are by appointment only and space is limited to the first seven (7) prepared people.
To qualify you and your spouse must have gone to trial, the Court made orders and you have a copy of the minute order. Most minute orders are available a week after the court date. Usually the courtroom clerk will mail you a copy. If more than a week has passed, the workshop may be able to get you a copy of the minute order for you.
It is important that each party completes the “Declaration Regarding Service of Declaration of Disclosure and Income and Expense Declaration” (form FL 141) before the proposed judgment forms are sent to the courtroom for processing.
Only one party needs to be represented
Minor children can not be present during workshop, however, there is a free children’s waiting room for children who are potty trained.
6. “Step Four” Preparation of Judgment Workshop for Stipulated Judgments
Workshop on held on Monday for almost the entire afternoon at the Resource Center, room 426. Workshops are by appointment only and space is limited to the first seven (7) prepared people.
To qualify for a stipulated judgment, you and your spouse must agree on all the following: child custody, child visitations, child support, spousal support, and division of all community property, including: all assets, and all debts.
It is important that each party completes the “Declaration Regarding Service of Declaration of Disclosure and Income and Expense Declaration” (form FL 141) before the proposed judgment forms are sent to the Court for filing.
Only one party needs to be represented
Minor children can not be present during workshop, however, there is a free children’s waiting room for children who are potty trained.
PATERNITY JUDGEMENT
1.”Preparation of Paternity Judgment”
Workshops are held every Thursday afternoon at the Resource Center. They are by appointment only, and will be made on a first come basis. It starts at 1:00 pm. You are encouraged to be there no later than 12:30 pm, to check in.
To be prepared, please have your case number, a copy of any minute order and/or Conciliation Agreements. Also, bring the following forms/items with you to the workshop: 1. If a default was entered against the other party, a copy of the filed “Request to Enter Default” (FL-165) and your “Income and Expense Declaration” (FL-150) if you filed one. 2. U.S. Postal Stamps (between 5 to 8)
* To qualify for a Default Paternity Judgment, you are the Petitioner and you have a filed copy of the “Request to Enter Default” (FL-165). If you are requesting monitored or supervised visitations or non-guideline child support, you will need to schedule a default hearing. They will help you with the form at the workshop.
** To qualify for a Stipulated Paternity Judgment, both parties have appeared in the action one parent filed the “Petition to Establish Parental Relationship”), and agree on all issues (child custody, child visitation, and child support). Only one parent needs to be present at the workshop.
*** To qualify for a Contested Judgment, you and the other parent have gone to trial, the Court made orders and you have a copy of the minute order. Most minute orders are available a week after the court date. Usually the courtroom clerk will mail you a copy. If more than a week passed, we may be able to get a copy of the minute order for you.
Minor children can not be present during workshop, however, there is a free children’s waiting room for children who are potty trained.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
1. “Prepare your Answer to the Temporary Restraining Order”
Second and Fourth Tuesday of Every Month from 8:30 am continuously until 10:30 am.
Bring to the Workshop: Copy of temporary restraining order (domestic violence prevention) and any other documents you were served with or received because of this case. Your income information: pay stubs, tax returns, if the other party is seeking child or spousal support.
Minor children can not be present during workshop, however, there is a free children’s waiting room for children who are potty trained.
