For those who need assistance with a Temporary Restraining Order, we have family law staff at two courthouse walk-in clinics in Los Angeles County. See graphic below for details.
#LegalAid #legalaidclinic #domesticviolence
A photo of senior South Asian couple looking at paperwork with the words, "Are you having problems accessing your public benefits? You may be eligible for free legal help. Call our hotline today! 714-571-5200. communitylegalsocal.org This program is funded in part through a grant to the City of Costa Mesa from the Department of Housing and Urban Development."
For those who have issues accessing public benefits, we might be able to help. Call us for an intake and assessment at 714-571-5200. #legalaid #legalaidhelps
April 25, 2026 – Cal State Fullerton (Pollak Library) 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM May 7, 2026 – Cal Poly Pomona (CPP Campus) 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM May 26, 2026 – Citrus College (Campus) 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM May 30, 2026 – LA Law Library 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM June 6, 2026 – LA Superior Court Mobile Expungement Clinic (Compton; location TBD) 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM July 25, 2026 – LA Superior Court Mobile Expungement Clinic (location TBD) 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Free Expungement Clinics (Spring/Summer 2026)! See schedule below and for more information, please call 714-571-5200.
![[Image Text: From the moment I contacted Community Legal Aid SoCal, I felt supported. I was treated with kindness, patience, and respect. I am especially grateful for the help of one of the Vietnamese translators, Kate, whose assistance ensured that I could fully understand every step of the process and communicate my concerns. The team's support made me feel heard and reassured during a very difficult times. -CLA SoCal Client]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:3hgedaztfw4prmssmerl6xfm/bafkreiait4g535inlgvbc6pub3vvq47f4slcwc237cmgmbx3hpyhey53au)
[Image Text: From the moment I contacted Community Legal Aid SoCal, I felt supported. I was treated with kindness, patience, and respect. I am especially grateful for the help of one of the Vietnamese translators, Kate, whose assistance ensured that I could fully understand every step of the process and communicate my concerns. The team's support made me feel heard and reassured during a very difficult times. -CLA SoCal Client]
She came to our Consumer Defense Unit facing nearly $7,000 in debt—the result of unauthorized purchases made by a family member w/o her knowledge. With our Consumer Defense Unit’s help, she reached an agreement that led to the case being dismissed.
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The work of a legal aid attorney is incredibly demanding, yet they continue to advocate for those who need it most, often in the most difficult circumstances.
Reminder: Be Kind. Especially to legal aid attorneys! 💜
#bekindtolawyersday
As part of our holistic legal services practice, we have in-house case managers to assist clients while the attorneys and paralegals help them with their legal matters. This story is from our Case Management Unit. www.communitylegalsocal.org/supporting-c...
#HolisticServices #LegalAidHelps #LegalAid
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A man and three women holding up their own artwork.
A couple pics from our Operations team's recent retreat.
Everything they touch is a masterpiece! They make our offices picture-perfect and running smoothly every day. ❤️ #Grateful
![[Image Text: We're Hiring!
+ Staff Attorney - Immigration
+ Staff Paralegal - Immigration
+ Staff Attorney - Eviction Diversion
+ Staff Paralegal - Eviction Diversion
+ Case Manager
+ Staff Attorney - Compton Self-Help Center
+ Attorney Fellowship - Consumer Defense
Apply on our website:
www.communitylegalsocal.org/get-involved/careers]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:3hgedaztfw4prmssmerl6xfm/bafkreif2ala6d3j7t5si67c6hzyd6t5g77wge7c7teawawgt65xald3nvy)
[Image Text: We're Hiring! + Staff Attorney - Immigration + Staff Paralegal - Immigration + Staff Attorney - Eviction Diversion + Staff Paralegal - Eviction Diversion + Case Manager + Staff Attorney - Compton Self-Help Center + Attorney Fellowship - Consumer Defense Apply on our website: www.communitylegalsocal.org/get-involved/careers]
We're hiring! Join our team and 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 in the community 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆.
Learn more and apply at the link: 👇 www.communitylegalsocal.org/get-involved...
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Legal 👏 aid 👏makes 👏a 👏difference! After a client's disability benefits were wrongfully terminated, our Public Benefits Unit helped secure $28,000 in backpay & restore ongoing monthly benefits of $1,202. Read the story: www.communitylegalsocal.org/representati...
#LegalAid #MakingJusticeReal4SoCal
The materials or product were a result of a project funded by a contract with the California Department of Aging and administered by the Orange County Office on Aging.
Our Seniors Unit team helps 60+ year-old Orange County residents with a list of issues, including gaining guardianship as told in this success story by interim supervising attorney Sandy Skahen. Click and read! www.communitylegalsocal.org/gaining-guar...
#LegalAid #MakingJusticeReal4SoCal
Photo of the masthead Management Information Exchange Journal and the article Legal Aid in the Wake of Disaster: Lesson from the Eaton and Palisades Wildfires written by Diego Cartegena, President & CEO of Bet Tzedek Legal Services and Kate Marr, Executive Director of Community Legal Aid SoCal
Executive Director Kate Marr co-wrote an article w/Diego Cartagena, President & CEO of @bettzedeklegal.bsky.social, in the Management Information Exchange Journal.
It highlights the vital role legal aid plays in helping communities recover after disasters. www.communitylegalsocal.org/wp-content/u...
Image of an older Asian man wearing glasses with the following text: Do you need help with SSI, SSDI, or CalFresh? You may be eligible for free legal help. Call our hotline today! 714-571-5200, COMMUNITYLEGALSOCAL.ORG. This program is funded in part through a grant to the City of Costa Mesa from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Our Public Benefits advocates are ready to help those who qualify for assistance!
Call 714-571-5200 for an intake and assessment if you or someone you know is in need of help with SSI, SSDI, or CalFresh.
2/2 We provide legal services to survivors, and the National Sexual Assault Hotline is available at 1‑800‑656‑4673.
A graphic with blue text on a white background that states, "We will always believe survivors". The word always is in boldface.
We will always believe survivors. 💙💜
In light of the recent news about Cesar Chavez, we stand with all survivors of sexual assault. Believing survivors isn’t just support—it’s a step toward challenging a culture that silences and isolates them. 1/2
#BelieveSurvivors
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We are here to help those eligible individuals and families with housing-related issues. Call 714-571-5200 for an intake and assessment of your situation.
#LegalAid #HousingLaw #MakingJusticeReal4SoCal
Meet our client Ms. Martinez (fictitious name) & her mother, who have successfully moved on to a more stable life in a new home following an eviction proceeding. Senior Housing Attorney Sunny Park recounts their story.
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#LegalAid #MakingJusticeReal4SoCal
Our legal staff are here to help.
Visit our website, where you can access support from our hotline and online intake form: www.communitylegalsocal.org
Image Text: 1.2 Million People Community Legal Aid SoCal logo on the bottom right
1.2 million people are eligible for our services in Orange & southeast Los Angeles Counties according to Legal Services Corporation. If people don't get the help they need, their problems can spiral out of control & lead to poverty, homelessness, & more. 1/2
#MakingJusticeReal4SoCal #LegalAid
3/3 Pictured with Kate are Yvonne Mariajimenez @nlsapgh.bsky.social sky.social, Silvia Argueta @legalaidla.bsky.social, Diego Cartagena @bettzedeklegal.bsky.social egal.bsky.social, Elena Popp (Eviction Defense Network), Chancela Al-Mansour (Housing Rights Center)
2/3 Since 2020, Stay Housed LA funding has allowed us to exponentially increase representation for tenants facing eviction in Southeast LA. Executive Director Kate Marr joined fellow legal aid leaders at LA city hall to support continued funding for this essential work.
People wearing lime green Stay House LA T-shirts are seated in the Los Angeles City Council chambers. Bottom left to right are Yvonne Mariajimenez @nlsapgh.bsky.social, Kate Marr (CLA SoCal), Elena Popp (Eviction Defense Network). Top row left to right are Diego Cartagena @bettzedeklegal.bsky.social, Silvia Argueta @legalaidla.bsky.social, Chancela Al-Mansour (Housing Rights Center)
1/2 Housing instability causes real harm to families and communities. Stay Housed L.A. is critical to preventing that harm by connecting tenants to legal information, resources, and representation.
#StayHousedLA #MakingJusticeReal4SoCal
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This week we celebrated, in three of our offices, the incredible people behind everything we do! Every day, our staff show up with compassion, heart, and an unwavering commitment to our clients.
Happy Employee Appreciation Day to the best team ever! ❤️
#MakingJusticeReal4SoCal #LegalAid
Article about the recent 9th annual Legal Aid Day in Sacramento hosted by Legal Aid Association of California and Western Center on Law and Poverty. We were proud to be there!
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@westerncenter.bsky.social #LegalAid #LegalAidHelps #MakingJusticeReal4SoCal
2/2 For a decade, Community Counsel has stood with our communities to protect rights, preserve independence, and promote dignity. We’re proud to work alongside you and celebrate this exciting new chapter. Here’s to many more years of impact together! #JustOC
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Congratulations to our partners and friends at Community Counsel (formerly known as Elder Law and Disability Rights Center) on 10 years of service. 1/2
Graphic image has white text on a maroon background. White Community Legal Aid SoCal logo at bottom. Image Text: What happens when a person does not get the civil legal help they need? Loss of Rights and/or Property: In civil matters like eviction, you can lose your home and access to future housing. Financial Consequences: Those sued for unpaid debts could be financially devastated by unfavorable judgments without the ability to manage or negotiate claims effectively. Emotional and Mental Stress: Facing legal problems without an attorney is incredibly stressful. Inequality of Justice: The legal system is meant to be fair, but those who cannot afford legal help are at a serious disadvantage in court or negotiations.
Navigating the legal system isn’t easy. Without the right support, people can suffer significant consequences. Legal aid attorneys play an essential role in bridging the gap for those who cannot afford to hire an attorney.
A photo collage of three photos. Photo on the left is of two staff member/attendees of Legal Aid Day in Sacramento standing in front of the Capitol building. Photo on the top right is of a staff member/attendee holding a sign stating "Legal Aid Keeps Families Healthy" while standing in front of the Capitol building, and photo on bottom right is of a series of legal aid buttons on a blue bandana.
We are in Sacramento for the 9th annual Civil Legal Aid Day. Planned activities include a rally at the Capitol steps and a press conference. #legalaid #legalaidmatters
Image Text: 9th Annual Civil Legal Aid Day in Sacramento Stand Up for Justice with Legal Aid! PRESS CONFERENCE & RALLY WHEN Thursday, February 26th, 10AM WHERE California State Capitol West Steps Hosted by the Legal Aid Association of California & Western Center on Law and Poverty
Join Legal Aid Association of California & Western Center on Law & Poverty at Legal Aid Day on February 26 for a special press conference & rally at the west steps of the Capitol building!
We will be there to stand for justice & support communities across the state. ⚖️ @westerncenter.bsky.social
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[Image Text: Providing holistic, compassionate, client-centered services means: Never judging our clients; Respecting their culture and speaking their language; Offering case management services; Educating and supporting clients to make sound and safe choices; Practicing trauma-informed care]
There are too many barriers to justice and Community Legal Aid SoCal will not be one of them.
We practice a trauma-informed, culturally competent, and client-centered approach to legal aid to meet our clients' needs. #MakingJusticeReal4SoCal #legalaid