Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County

Xavier Becerra has been named the next Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. He has been a longtime advocate for marginalized communities, fighting for meaningful and equal healthcare, regardless of income or identity. We look forward to working with him and his team to serve LA’s low-income communities. https://www.nytimes.com//xavier-becerra-hhs-health-secreta

We are grateful to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors who voted unanimously to fund the network of nine Self-Help Legal Access Centers for the next three years. These centers assist more than 150,000 people each year and are a lifeline for Angelenos who cannot afford an attorney.

Today marks a new era in justice reform. District Attorney George Gascón announced 5 impactful changes, including ending cash bail for misdemeanors and nonviolent offenses and no longer using three-strikes sentencing, which disproportionately affect Black people. We look forward to working with Gascón to ensure justice and equality are given to every Angeleno.

Do you have questions about how COVID-19 affects you? Are you struggling to get health coverage, unemployment benefits, or secure housing? Find the resources you need here:

Are you worried about your family’s safety? Our family law self-help lawyers are able to help anyone file for a restraining order for freeno proof of income required. Please call our hotline for help: 800-433-6251

If you are at risk of eviction or struggling with access to benefits and healthcare, we are here to help you free of charge. You can find information on our many services and apply for help on our new website:

Public safety power shutoffs have impacted thousands and caused many to lose valuable resources like food and medication. Call us for help at 800-870-0732 if you have been affected.

As an immigrant, Andres understands the systemic barriers that immigrants and other marginalized groups face in the United States. He is committed to expanding access to justice and protecting the rights of those who need it most. #LatinxHeritageMonth

In civil court cases, 80% of litigants are on their own, not represented by an attorney. County-funded Self-Help Centers located in nine courthouses across LA assist more than 150,000 people per year, at the cost of just $18 per person, and are vital to those living in poverty, with limited English proficiency, or that have experienced homelessness or domestic violence.

As the son of immigrants and a first-generation college graduate, Esteban has always been cognizant of the fact that he came from a less privileged background than many of his peers. He is passionate about addressing the needs of low-income communities in LA. #LatinxHeritageMonth

Supervisor Kuehl is hosting a free food giveaway tomorrow beginning at 9am. There is no eligibility required. To find more resources near you, please visit: https://covid19.lacounty.gov/food/

We could not do our work without supporters like you, and making a gift online has never been easier! Check out our new donation features:

Linda, a mother of four, is a domestic violence survivor. When she was wrongfully arrested for domestic violence, she was unable to secure a stable job. Our reentry program helped Linda seal her record, and she now has the resources to follow her passion of working with children. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth

Having grown up in a predominantly Latinx community in the San Fernando Valley, Trinidad’s identity significantly impacted her personal growth and development. She feels privileged to now help members of her community gain access to justice. #LatinxHeritageMonth

NLSLA has been fighting for low-income communities since 1965. From protecting domestic violence survivors to fighting for equal access to housing and healthcare, we have always worked to support the most vulnerable Angelenos. Read our full history here:

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NLSLA Housing Navigator Kelsey Jones gave a guest lecture at Occidental College to discuss the stigma that Angelenos experiencing homelessness face, structural barriers to resources, and the criminalization of poverty. If you are having issues with housing, please reach out to us at 800-433-6251 or apply online: https://nlslash.legalserver.org/modules//extern_intake.php

We have a new look! Check out our new website, which has client resources, virtual workshops, and highlights NLSLA’s history.