Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
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The frontline law firm for people living in poverty across Greater Los Angeles. www.lafla.org
Last month, LAFLA was honored to be recognized by Mayor Karen Bass at the 2025 Justice Fair for our participation in Project imPACT, a collaboration dedicated to helping justice-impacted individuals overcome barriers to employment, housing, and stability.
January 23, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Last month, LAFLA was honored to be recognized by Mayor Karen Bass at the 2025 Justice Fair for our participation in Project imPACT, a collaboration dedicated to helping justice-impacted individuals overcome barriers to employment, housing, and stability.
If you and your family are concerned about your rights and protections as immigrants during and after a crisis or disaster, join this free virtual workshop for practical steps to stay safe and prepared.
🗓️ Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Virtual (via Zoom)
📌 www.lafla.org/fires.
🗓️ Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Virtual (via Zoom)
📌 www.lafla.org/fires.
January 22, 2026 at 10:01 PM
If you and your family are concerned about your rights and protections as immigrants during and after a crisis or disaster, join this free virtual workshop for practical steps to stay safe and prepared.
🗓️ Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Virtual (via Zoom)
📌 www.lafla.org/fires.
🗓️ Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Virtual (via Zoom)
📌 www.lafla.org/fires.
Yesterday, LAFLA joined the Kingdom Day Parade in South LA in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. King's legacy reminds us that we can all play a part in defending the rights of our community. Thank you to our supporters for your resilience, and continued commitment to equality and justice.
Dr. King's legacy reminds us that we can all play a part in defending the rights of our community. Thank you to our supporters for your resilience, and continued commitment to equality and justice.
January 20, 2026 at 10:05 PM
Yesterday, LAFLA joined the Kingdom Day Parade in South LA in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. King's legacy reminds us that we can all play a part in defending the rights of our community. Thank you to our supporters for your resilience, and continued commitment to equality and justice.
Dr. King's legacy reminds us that we can all play a part in defending the rights of our community. Thank you to our supporters for your resilience, and continued commitment to equality and justice.
The U.S. Dept. of Education announced a temporary pause on wage garnishment, tax refund seizures, and other collections for 10 million Americans in student loan default. In today’s NYT, LAFLA attorney Robyn Smith explains how borrowers can check their status, protect income, and get out of default.
January 17, 2026 at 1:00 AM
The U.S. Dept. of Education announced a temporary pause on wage garnishment, tax refund seizures, and other collections for 10 million Americans in student loan default. In today’s NYT, LAFLA attorney Robyn Smith explains how borrowers can check their status, protect income, and get out of default.
One-third of UC undergraduates qualify for food stamps. But the majority don’t receive them – putting their education and stability at risk. Our partnership with UCLA Basic Needs helps students on campus fight insecurity through legal advice on applying for CalFresh, appealing decisions, and more.
January 16, 2026 at 10:01 PM
One-third of UC undergraduates qualify for food stamps. But the majority don’t receive them – putting their education and stability at risk. Our partnership with UCLA Basic Needs helps students on campus fight insecurity through legal advice on applying for CalFresh, appealing decisions, and more.
If you were impacted by the fires in Los Angeles, join us at our upcoming Disaster Relief Legal Clinic in Altadena to help you navigate the recovery process.
🗓️Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍The Collaboratory, 540 W. Woodbury Rd, Altadena, CA 91001
📌Register at www.lafla.org/fires
🗓️Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍The Collaboratory, 540 W. Woodbury Rd, Altadena, CA 91001
📌Register at www.lafla.org/fires
January 15, 2026 at 10:00 PM
If you were impacted by the fires in Los Angeles, join us at our upcoming Disaster Relief Legal Clinic in Altadena to help you navigate the recovery process.
🗓️Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍The Collaboratory, 540 W. Woodbury Rd, Altadena, CA 91001
📌Register at www.lafla.org/fires
🗓️Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍The Collaboratory, 540 W. Woodbury Rd, Altadena, CA 91001
📌Register at www.lafla.org/fires
This year tested Los Angeles—wildfires, immigration raids, and cuts to safety nets hit families hard. Your support helped LAFLA make a real difference. 💙
If you believe in a Los Angeles where every person’s rights and dignity are protected, please give today at lafla.org/support/.
If you believe in a Los Angeles where every person’s rights and dignity are protected, please give today at lafla.org/support/.
December 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This year tested Los Angeles—wildfires, immigration raids, and cuts to safety nets hit families hard. Your support helped LAFLA make a real difference. 💙
If you believe in a Los Angeles where every person’s rights and dignity are protected, please give today at lafla.org/support/.
If you believe in a Los Angeles where every person’s rights and dignity are protected, please give today at lafla.org/support/.
Legal aid keeps people housed, employed, and protected. Since 1929, LAFLA has stood with our communities—now today face economic instability, wildfire recovery, and immigration raids.
We serve 100K+ people each year, but many still face legal crises alone. Become a monthly donor 💙 lafla.org/support
We serve 100K+ people each year, but many still face legal crises alone. Become a monthly donor 💙 lafla.org/support
December 22, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Legal aid keeps people housed, employed, and protected. Since 1929, LAFLA has stood with our communities—now today face economic instability, wildfire recovery, and immigration raids.
We serve 100K+ people each year, but many still face legal crises alone. Become a monthly donor 💙 lafla.org/support
We serve 100K+ people each year, but many still face legal crises alone. Become a monthly donor 💙 lafla.org/support
Happy Holidays from Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles! 🎁
P.S. Cast your vote—who won the holiday sweater contest? (From left: Silvia, Jeff, Kevin, or Alyson!)
P.S. Cast your vote—who won the holiday sweater contest? (From left: Silvia, Jeff, Kevin, or Alyson!)
December 19, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Happy Holidays from Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles! 🎁
P.S. Cast your vote—who won the holiday sweater contest? (From left: Silvia, Jeff, Kevin, or Alyson!)
P.S. Cast your vote—who won the holiday sweater contest? (From left: Silvia, Jeff, Kevin, or Alyson!)
Oscar was injured while protecting children from an attacker. Through LAFLA's medical-legal partnerships, our advocates were there to help him secure his immigration status. Today, Oscar continues to give back as a caregiver for people with disabilities. Support this work at www.lafla.org/support. 💙
December 18, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Oscar was injured while protecting children from an attacker. Through LAFLA's medical-legal partnerships, our advocates were there to help him secure his immigration status. Today, Oscar continues to give back as a caregiver for people with disabilities. Support this work at www.lafla.org/support. 💙
All LAFLA offices will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, 2025 through Friday, January 2, 2026. All services will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026.
You can still apply for help online at and we will get back to you after the break. Visit www.lafla.org to learn more and get help.
You can still apply for help online at and we will get back to you after the break. Visit www.lafla.org to learn more and get help.
December 18, 2025 at 12:00 AM
All LAFLA offices will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, 2025 through Friday, January 2, 2026. All services will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026.
You can still apply for help online at and we will get back to you after the break. Visit www.lafla.org to learn more and get help.
You can still apply for help online at and we will get back to you after the break. Visit www.lafla.org to learn more and get help.
On December 17, L.A. County will open applications for financial assistance due to recent emergencies, including the 2025 Wildfires. Join our free Zoom workshops to learn how tenants can partner with their landlords to apply. Register at lafla.org/fires.
December 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
On December 17, L.A. County will open applications for financial assistance due to recent emergencies, including the 2025 Wildfires. Join our free Zoom workshops to learn how tenants can partner with their landlords to apply. Register at lafla.org/fires.
💰Over 1.6 million people in Los Angeles are carrying $70.7 billion in student debt—and many are on the brink of default. This week, LAFLA joined local organizations and community members to confront the crisis and explore solutions for families to stay financially stable.
December 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
💰Over 1.6 million people in Los Angeles are carrying $70.7 billion in student debt—and many are on the brink of default. This week, LAFLA joined local organizations and community members to confront the crisis and explore solutions for families to stay financially stable.
If you and your family are concerned about your rights and protections as immigrants during and after a disaster, join this free virtual workshop for practical steps to stay safe and prepared.
🗓️Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💻On Zoom
📌Visit www.lafla.org/fires to register.
🗓️Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💻On Zoom
📌Visit www.lafla.org/fires to register.
December 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
If you and your family are concerned about your rights and protections as immigrants during and after a disaster, join this free virtual workshop for practical steps to stay safe and prepared.
🗓️Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💻On Zoom
📌Visit www.lafla.org/fires to register.
🗓️Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💻On Zoom
📌Visit www.lafla.org/fires to register.
Si usted y su familia tienen inquietudes sobre sus derechos y protecciones como inmigrantes durante y después de un desastre, participen en este taller virtual gratuito para conocer medidas prácticas para mantenerse seguros y preparados.
🗓️Jueves 11 de diciembre | 5 – 7 PM
📌www.lafla.org/fires
🗓️Jueves 11 de diciembre | 5 – 7 PM
📌www.lafla.org/fires
December 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Si usted y su familia tienen inquietudes sobre sus derechos y protecciones como inmigrantes durante y después de un desastre, participen en este taller virtual gratuito para conocer medidas prácticas para mantenerse seguros y preparados.
🗓️Jueves 11 de diciembre | 5 – 7 PM
📌www.lafla.org/fires
🗓️Jueves 11 de diciembre | 5 – 7 PM
📌www.lafla.org/fires
Si usted ha sido afectado por los incendios en Los Ángeles, acompáñenos a nuestra próxima Clínica Legal de Asistencia en Casos de Desastre en Altadena para ayudarle con el proceso de recuperación.
🗓️ Miercoles, 10 de diciembre | 3 – 6 PM
📍 2333 Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
📌 www.lafla.org/fires.
🗓️ Miercoles, 10 de diciembre | 3 – 6 PM
📍 2333 Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
📌 www.lafla.org/fires.
December 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Si usted ha sido afectado por los incendios en Los Ángeles, acompáñenos a nuestra próxima Clínica Legal de Asistencia en Casos de Desastre en Altadena para ayudarle con el proceso de recuperación.
🗓️ Miercoles, 10 de diciembre | 3 – 6 PM
📍 2333 Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
📌 www.lafla.org/fires.
🗓️ Miercoles, 10 de diciembre | 3 – 6 PM
📍 2333 Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
📌 www.lafla.org/fires.
If you’ve been impacted by the fires in Los Angeles, join us at our upcoming Disaster Relief Legal Clinic in Altadena to help you navigate the recovery process.
🗓️ Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 The Hub by CORE (2333 Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001)
📌 www.lafla.org/fires
🗓️ Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 The Hub by CORE (2333 Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001)
📌 www.lafla.org/fires
December 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM
If you’ve been impacted by the fires in Los Angeles, join us at our upcoming Disaster Relief Legal Clinic in Altadena to help you navigate the recovery process.
🗓️ Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 The Hub by CORE (2333 Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001)
📌 www.lafla.org/fires
🗓️ Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 The Hub by CORE (2333 Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001)
📌 www.lafla.org/fires
Anthony, a formerly incarcerated firefighter, spent this year aiding LA's wildfire recovery. At our Access to Justice Gala, he shared how legal aid made his journey possible.
Your gift opens doors for heroic Angelenos like Anthony. Give today at www.lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
Your gift opens doors for heroic Angelenos like Anthony. Give today at www.lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
December 3, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Anthony, a formerly incarcerated firefighter, spent this year aiding LA's wildfire recovery. At our Access to Justice Gala, he shared how legal aid made his journey possible.
Your gift opens doors for heroic Angelenos like Anthony. Give today at www.lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
Your gift opens doors for heroic Angelenos like Anthony. Give today at www.lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
The wildfires this year displaced thousands—and recovery is still underway. Legal aid is a lifeline for survivors tackling insurance, FEMA, and more. Thanks to your support, we've helped 2,000 people begin to rebuild. Join us this #GivingTuesday at www.lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
December 2, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The wildfires this year displaced thousands—and recovery is still underway. Legal aid is a lifeline for survivors tackling insurance, FEMA, and more. Thanks to your support, we've helped 2,000 people begin to rebuild. Join us this #GivingTuesday at www.lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
Burke built a career he loved. But after a spinal injury, he lost his livelihood—and then was denied the benefits he needed to survive. With LAFLA's help, he secured the support he deserves.
Your gift makes stories like Burke's possible. Give today at lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
Your gift makes stories like Burke's possible. Give today at lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
December 2, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Burke built a career he loved. But after a spinal injury, he lost his livelihood—and then was denied the benefits he needed to survive. With LAFLA's help, he secured the support he deserves.
Your gift makes stories like Burke's possible. Give today at lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
Your gift makes stories like Burke's possible. Give today at lafla.org/support-our-work/giving-tuesday-2025.
Si solicitó ayuda de FEMA y no está de acuerdo con su decisión, tiene derecho a apelar, ¡y podemos ayudarle! Participe en nuestra próximo taller para apelar decisiones de FEMA para obtener instrucciones paso a paso sobre el proceso.
🗓️ Jueves 4 de diciembre | 3:00 – 4:30 PM
📌 www.lafla.org/fires
🗓️ Jueves 4 de diciembre | 3:00 – 4:30 PM
📌 www.lafla.org/fires
November 28, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Si solicitó ayuda de FEMA y no está de acuerdo con su decisión, tiene derecho a apelar, ¡y podemos ayudarle! Participe en nuestra próximo taller para apelar decisiones de FEMA para obtener instrucciones paso a paso sobre el proceso.
🗓️ Jueves 4 de diciembre | 3:00 – 4:30 PM
📌 www.lafla.org/fires
🗓️ Jueves 4 de diciembre | 3:00 – 4:30 PM
📌 www.lafla.org/fires
All LAFLA offices will be closed on Thursday November 27 and Friday November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Todas las oficinas de LAFLA estarán cerradas el jueves 27 de noviembre y el viernes 28 de noviembre de 2025 en observancia del Día de acción de gracias.
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Todas las oficinas de LAFLA estarán cerradas el jueves 27 de noviembre y el viernes 28 de noviembre de 2025 en observancia del Día de acción de gracias.
November 25, 2025 at 10:00 PM
All LAFLA offices will be closed on Thursday November 27 and Friday November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Todas las oficinas de LAFLA estarán cerradas el jueves 27 de noviembre y el viernes 28 de noviembre de 2025 en observancia del Día de acción de gracias.
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Todas las oficinas de LAFLA estarán cerradas el jueves 27 de noviembre y el viernes 28 de noviembre de 2025 en observancia del Día de acción de gracias.
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for supporters like you. With legal aid funding at risk—even as families face lost food benefits, immigration raids, and wildfire devastation—we need your support more than ever. ❤️
Please consider a year-end gift to LAFLA at lafla.org/support-our-work/.
Please consider a year-end gift to LAFLA at lafla.org/support-our-work/.
November 24, 2025 at 9:10 PM
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for supporters like you. With legal aid funding at risk—even as families face lost food benefits, immigration raids, and wildfire devastation—we need your support more than ever. ❤️
Please consider a year-end gift to LAFLA at lafla.org/support-our-work/.
Please consider a year-end gift to LAFLA at lafla.org/support-our-work/.
Last month, LAFLA’s Pro Bono and Disaster Response team partnered with the LA Law Library for two incredible events dedicated to helping justice-impacted individuals seeking expungement assistance and providing wildfire recovery resources to impacted communities.
November 22, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Last month, LAFLA’s Pro Bono and Disaster Response team partnered with the LA Law Library for two incredible events dedicated to helping justice-impacted individuals seeking expungement assistance and providing wildfire recovery resources to impacted communities.
Si usted ha sido afectado por las crisis relacionadas con la inmigración o los incendios, Únase a nuestros próximos eventos para ayudarlo a crear un plan de preparación familiar, navegar el proceso de recuperación, y tomar decisiones informadas durante este momento crítico.
www.lafla.org/fires
www.lafla.org/fires
November 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Si usted ha sido afectado por las crisis relacionadas con la inmigración o los incendios, Únase a nuestros próximos eventos para ayudarlo a crear un plan de preparación familiar, navegar el proceso de recuperación, y tomar decisiones informadas durante este momento crítico.
www.lafla.org/fires
www.lafla.org/fires