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General Legal Assistance
800-433-6251
Health Consumer Center
800-896-3202
Self-Help Legal Access Centers
View locations, hours, services.
Bar Referrals
Los Angeles County
213-243-1525
smartlaw.org
English and Spanish
Lawyer Referral Service; also offers the Domestic Violence Legal Services Project, Immigration Legal Assistance Project, Veterans Legal Services Project, AIDS Legal Services Project, Small Claims Project and Attorney-Client Mediation and Arbitration Services.
Free and low fee consultations
San Gabriel Valley
626-966-5530
sgvlawyer.org
English and Spanish
Provides referrals to lawyers in the San Gabriel Valley and Pomona Valleys, Los Angeles County, and western part of San Bernardino County.
Free and low fee consultations
San Fernando Valley
818-697-1507
sfvbareferral.com
English and Spanish
Provides referrals to lawyers in the San Fernando Valley, and the cities of Burbank, Glendale, San Fernando, and Calabasas.
Free and low fee consultations
South Bay Area
310-325-4200
southbaybar.org/lawyer-referral
English and Spanish
Provides referrals to lawyers in the South Bay of Los Angeles
Free and low fee consultations
Glendale Bar Association
Los Angeles County
747-231-7417
Pasadena Bar Association
Los Angeles County
626-793-1422
Family Law
Los Angeles County
213-388-7515
hbcfl.org
English and Spanish
Provides pro per legal assistance in domestic violence and family law matters, including divorce, spousal support, child support, paternity, restraining orders, custody and visitation.
No fee
Los Angeles County
213-482-1800
levittquinn.org
English and Spanish
Provides limited scope legal assistance in family law matters, including divorce, spousal support, child support, paternity, restraining orders, adoption, guardianship, custody and visitation.
Sliding Scale Fee or No Fee
Los Angeles County
323-980-3500
laclj.org
English and Spanish
Provides legal assistance to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault with divorce, custody and visitation, restraining orders, paternity and immigration services.
No Fee
Los Angeles County
213-624-3665
lacba.org/domestic-violence-legal-services-project
English and Spanish
Provides pro per assistance with domestic violence restraining orders and referrals to community services (shelters, victim assistance, and counseling).
No Fee
Los Angeles County
213-830-0845
lacourt.org/selfhelp/selfhelp.aspx
Provides legal information to self-represented litigants through appointments, workshops, and referrals for divorce, custody and visitation, restraining orders, child support, parentage, guardianship, and conservatorship.
No Fee
Los Angeles County
213-368-6010
allianceforchildrensrights.org
English and Spanish
Provides assistance with adoption, guardianship, foster care, transition-age youth, dependency, emancipation, education, and more.
No Fee
Los Angeles County
213-385-2977
publiccounsel.org/issues/children-youth-families
English and Spanish
Provides assistance with adoption, guardianship, foster care, transition-age youth, education advocacy, and more.
No Fee
Immigration
Los Angeles County
213-385-7800
carecen-la.org/legal_services
English and Spanish
Languages: English and Spanish Assistance with: Citizenship, Permanent Residency, Renewal of Work Permit, Immigrating Family members, Political Asylum
Low Fee
Los Angeles County
323-980-3500
laclj.org
M-F 8:30am-5:30pm
English, Spanish, Mandarin
Assistance with: Adjustment of Status, VAWA, “U” Visa, SIJS, I-751 waiver
No Fee
Los Angeles County
213-387-3284
elrescate.org
M-F 9am-5pm
English and Spanish
Assistance with: Citizenship, Permanent Residency, Renewal of Work Permit, Immigrating Family Members, Political asylum, VAWA, U-visa.
Low Fee
Los Angeles County
213-640-3938
lafla.org
English, Spanish, Cantonese, Other
Assistance with: Citizenship, Permanent Residency, Renewal of Work Permit, Immigrating Family Members//FOR VAWA/U-VISA
Low Fee
Los Angeles County
213-977-7500
advancingjustice-la.org
English, Mandarin, Taiwanese, Vietnamese, Cantonese, Spanish
Assistance with: Citizenship, Permanent Residency, Renewal of Work Permit, Immigrating Family Members, Political asylum, VAWA, U-visa
No Fee
Catholic Charities
Los Angeles County
213-251-3411
catholiccharitiesla.org/irr-assist-immigrants-and-refugees
International Institute of Los Angeles–Immigration and Legal Services
City of Los Angeles
323-224-3800
iilosangeles.org
LACBA Immigration Legal Assistance Project
Los Angeles County
213-485-1873
lacba.org/give-back/immigration-legal-assistance-project
Legal Referral
Los Angeles County
310-638-6194
communitylegalsocal.org
M-F 9am-5pm
English and Spanish
Wide range of legal services for its service area in South Los Angeles.
Low Fee
Los Angeles County
323-801-7991
lafla.org
English and Spanish
Help with: landlord/tenant, government benefits, family law, immigration, employment, and consumer. They do not help with criminal cases.
Low Fee
California
800-615-8858
24 hr automated system and Support officers from 9am – 5pm
Aids in the collection of child support
No Fee
Los Angeles County
626-795-4331
pasadenaseniorcenter.org
Provides legal services for seniors (60 & older)
Low Fee
Los Angeles County
818-769-0136
bettzedek.org
M-F 9am-5pm
English and Spanish
Help with: landlord/tenant, home equity fraud, consumer law, bankruptcy, guardianship, wills, nursing home problems, government benefits issues. They do not help with immigration, family law or criminal cases.
No Fee
Public Counsel
Los Angeles County
213-385-2977
publiccounsel.org
American Civil Liberties Union
Los Angeles County
213-977-9500
aclu.org
Western Center on Law and Poverty
Los Angeles County
213-487-7211
wclp.org
Constitutional Rights Foundation
Los Angeles County
213-316-2100
crf-usa.org
Lawyers in the Library
Los Angeles County
forms.lalawlibrary.org/view.php?id=51191
Legal Aid at Work
(415) 404-9093 – worker’s rights issues, such unpaid wages, unemployment benefits, or additional information about disability access. Individuals can call one of their specialized helplines for information on work and family, disability, language rights, racial equality in the workplace, and girls in sports.
Los Angeles County Public Defender in NLS Service Area
213-974-2811 | 626-301-4067 300 West Maple Monrovia, CA 91016 |
626-308-5324 | 562-651-2500 |
818-557-3537 300 East Olive Ave Suite 15 Burbank, CA 91502 | 626-356-5481 300 East Walnut Street Suite 311 Pasadena, CA 91101 |
626-575-4174 11234 East Valley Blvd El Monte, CA 91731 | 909-868-6400 100 West 2nd Street Suite 200 Pomona, CA 91766 |
818-500-3561 600 East Broadway Glendale, CA 91206 | 818-898-2440 900 Third Street San Fernando, CA 91340 |
323- 586-6393 6548 Miles Ave Huntington Park, CA 90256 | 805-253-7262 23747 West Valencia Blvd Valencia, CA 91355 |
805-945-6474 1110 West Avenue J Suite 16 Lancaster, CA 93534 | 818-374-2350 14400 Erwin Street Mall 10th Floor Van Nuys, CA 91401 |
323-357-5400 11701 Alameda Street 1st Floor Lynwood, CA 90262 | 626-813-3460 |
Mediation Services
Los Angeles County
213-736-8335
lls.edu/academics/centers/loyolacenterforconflictresolution/
English and Spanish
The Center helps people resolve their problem by talking directly with each of the persons.
Low Fee
Los Angeles County
213-974-0825
consumeraffairs.co.la.ca.us
English and Spanish
Information and referrals to mediation services to settle disputes between neighbors, landlords-tenants, employers, and others.
Low Fee
Los Angeles County
909-625-2351
ci.claremont.ca.us/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/12/1519
English and Spanish
The Center helps people resolve their problem by talking directly with each of the persons.
Low Fee
Courthouses
Alhambra Courthouse | Pasadena Superior Court |
Burbank Courthouse | Pomona Court North |
Glendale Courthouse 818-500-3551 600 East Broadway Glendale, California 91206 M-F 8:00am-4:30pm | Pomona Court South 909-620-3006 400 Civic Center Plaza Pomona, California 91766 M-F 8:30am-4:30pm |
Lancaster Courthouse 661-945-6351 1040 West Avenue J Lancaster, California 93534 M-F 8:30am-4:30pm | Rio Hondo Courthouse |
Norwalk Courthouse | Santa Anita Courthouse |
Palmdale Courthouse | San Fernando Courthouse |
Pasadena Municipal Court (Civil) 626-356-5416 200 N. Garfield Ave Pasadena, CA 91101 M-F 8:30am-4:30pmText | Van Nuys Municipal Court 818-374-2601 14400 Erwin Street Mall Van Nuys, California 91401 M-F 8:30am-4:30pm |
Pasadena Municipal Court (Criminal) 626-356-5254 200 N. Garfield Ave Pasadena, CA 91101 M-F 8:30am-4:30pm |
Social Services
(800) 952-5253
A State Hearing is available to a claimant who is dissatisfied with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) action or inaction. Should contesting the action by mail be difficult or inconvenient, the applicant or participant may request a State Hearing by calling the CDSS toll-free number listed above.
(877) CHILD99 or (877) 244-5399
The hotline staff answers questions and takes reports of complaints from CalWORKs participants and providers regarding child care. Callers are encouraged to first call their case worker and/or District/GAIN Region Child Care Coordinator for further problem resolutions before they call the hotline.
(562) 908-8501
It is the policy of the Department of Public Social Services to deliver public assistance and social services in a nondiscriminatory basis, whether the program is federally, state or locally funded. No person shall be excluded from participation in or denied benefits of any program or activity administered by the Department because of race, color, national origin, political affiliation, religion, marital status, sex, age, or disability.
(800) 980-4990
This toll-free number has preparedness information during non-emergency periods. During and after a disaster, it has information about programs & services available to the public.
(888) 944-IHSS (toll-free within Los Angeles County only) or (213) 744-IHSS
This toll-free number is available for individuals to apply for IHSSover the telephone. Staff will take application information at the central site and forward the information to the appropriate IHSS Area Office for follow-up whichh will include a home call and services assessment.
(888) 678-4477 (within Los Angeles County only)
This toll-free number is for questions about the IHSS program or about the IHSS Personal Assistance Services Council, which is the IHSS Public Authority in Los Angeles County. It is also for help with individual IHSS problems which could not be resolved with the DPSS district. Hotline hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and assistance is available in both English and Spanish.
(800) 231-4024
Provides adult protective intervention/investigation for adults age 18 and older who live in board and care facilities and nursing facilities. Services are targeted, but not restricted, to senior citizens age 60 and older who are long- term care recipients. There are no geographic restrictions.
(800) 349-9970
A special 24-hour Fraud Hotline provides citizens of Los Angeles County with a hotline to report any kind of fraud against the County, including welfare fraud. Callers reporting welfare fraud on the hotline may request a reward. All reports are handled in the strictest confidence, and callers may remain anonymous. Welfare fraud may also be reported to We-Tip at 1-800-873-7283 or 1-800-782-7463. Callers to We-Tip also may request a reward.
(877) 597-4777
This toll free number provides information and referral services for people who need help obtaining health care and nutritional assistance. Hotline hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and assistance is available in both English and Spanish.
(877) 477-3646
Investigates reports of alleged endangerment to adults aged 18 and older who have severe mental or physical disabilities or are in extremely poor health to the extent that they are unable to remove the danger or remove themselves from the danger – or to people age 65 and older who suffer from physical or emotional abuse, abandonment or neglect.
(800) 540-4000
Accepts reports of confirmed or suspected child abuse and neglect concerning any child in Los Angeles County; contacts the appropriate agencies to intervene to protect the child, if necessary; and provides information for professionals and the public about child abuse and neglect. To report child abuse or neglect in Los Angeles County, call the Child Abuse Hot Line at 1-800-540-4000 (California only). From outside California, call (213) 639-4500.
(800) 993-2437
Provides preventive health care services for low-income children and youth in Los Angeles County. Services are provided at more than 1,000 sites, including County health centers and hospitals.
(866) 901-3212
A recorded message, available in English and Spanish, with an extensive menu pertaining to various child support issues, such as receipt, payment, enforcement, welfare fraud reporting, reporting of various changes, etc.
(800) 339-6993
This toll-free number is for questions about the IHSS program or about the IHSS Personal Assistance Services Council, which is the IHSS Public Authority in Los Angeles County. It is also for help with individual IHSS problems which could not be resolved with the DPSS district. Hotline hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and assistance is available in both English and Spanish.
Senior Services & Elder Abuse
San Fernando Valley
818-892-0892
laparks.org/scc/midvalley
English and Spanish
The center provides services for older adults 50 years and older who live in the Panorama City and Van Nuys areas. Services are targeted, but not restricted, to Panorama City residents.
Low Fee
800-992-1660
888-436-3600
English and Spanish
Reporting agency for elder abuse. Center investigates each case and reports to Adult Protection Agency.
Los Angeles County
626-795-4331
pasadenaseniorcenter.org
M-S 8:30am-4:30pm
English and Spanish
Provides legal services, referrals, and activities for seniors (60 & older)
Los Angeles County
(877) 477-3646 – 24-Hour
(888) 202-4248 Call Center
wdacs.lacounty.gov
M-F, 8:00am-5:00pm
English and Spanish
The agency performs the state- mandated task of investigating reports of alleged endangerment to adults age 18 and older who are in Los Angeles County and have severe mental or physical disabilities or who are in extremely poor health to the extent that they are unable to remove the danger or themselves from the danger or to people age 65 and older who suffer from physical or emotional abuse (threats or harassment), abandonment (if the person is helpless) or neglect. There are no geographic restrictions.
Antelope Valley
661-726-4400
wdacs.lacounty.gov/center/antelope
English and Spanish
The center provides services for older adults age 50 and older who live in Antelope Valley. The agency also acts as a cooling center during the hot summer months. Services are targeted, but not restricted, to Antelope Valley residents.
Los Angeles County
626-813-5262
baldwinpark.com/recreation
English and Spanish
The Baldwin Park Recreation and Community Services Department provides CalFresh, cooling centers, counseling services, emergency food, health services, personal goods, services for older adults, transportation and youth services for people who live in Baldwin Park including specialized services for senior citizens and for youth.
Canoga Park Senior Center
Los Angeles County
818-340-2633
laparks.org/scc/canoga
Pomona Senior Center
Los Angeles County
909-620-2309
ci.pomona.ca.us/index.php/recreation-programs-a-services/senior-adult-services
Shelters
Los Angeles County
323-750-9967
locator.lacounty.gov/lac/Location/3177171/california-council-for-veterans-affairs-inc
M-F 8:00am-5pm
English and Spanish
Homeless Veteran Women and Family Shelter
Los Angeles County
800-551-1300
childrenofthenight.org
English and Spanish
Short Term emergency housing for up to 90 days for runaway and exploited children.
Los Angeles County
562-461-9272
scadpinc.org/angel_step_too.aspx
English and Spanish
The agency provides domestic violence services, residential treatment for substance use disorders, shelter and welfare-to- work support services for people who live in Los Angeles County. There are no geographic restrictions.
Los Angeles County
562-665-7922
cometohim.com
English and Spanish
The agency provides shelter services to single men, single women, and single mothers, age 21 to 55, in Los Angeles County. There are no geographic restrictions.
Whittier
562-789-8009
bridgeoffaith.org
The agency provides shelter services for female former foster youth and a thrift shop in the Whittier area. Services are provided at three locations and a thrift shop. Age, gender and geographic restrictions apply.
Waymakers
Los Angeles County
949-520-0488
waymakersoc.org
Our Savior Center
El Monte
626-579-2689
our-center.org
Center for the Pacific Asian Family
Los Angeles County
800-339-3940
nurturingchange.org
Housing
Los Angeles County
626-377-9902
ndvets.org
English and Spanish
The agency provides employment services; housing services; residential treatment for substance use disorders, including those who have dual-diagnosis; services for veterans; and sober living for homeless male and female veterans. There are no geographic restrictions.
San Gabriel Valley
626-569-0991
familypromisesgv.org
English and Spanish
The agency provides homeless support services for families with children in San Gabriel Valley. There are no geographic restrictions.
Los Angeles County
626-960-4011
baldwinpark.com/recreation
Spanish and English
This is the government office for the city of Baldwin Park. Geographic restrictions apply for some services.
Los Angeles County
213-385-8112
tenantstogether.org/resources/eviction-defense-network
M-F 9am-6pm
Spanish and English
The Eviction Defense Network (EDN) is a nonprofit community organization dedicated to protecting the right to decent, safe, sanitary and affordable housing.
Los Angeles County
800-884-1684
dfeh.ca.gov
English and Spanish
Help with Housing, employment, and public accommodation discrimination. Also covers worker’s compensation program.
Los Angeles County Housing Authority
Los Angeles County
800-731-4663
home.hacla.org
Los Angeles Housing Law Project
Los Angeles County
213-481-0134
hcidla2.lacity.org/landlordtenant-legal-service-resources
24 Hour Help Lines
800-821-4357
English and Spanish
Referral services to treatment centers.
800-540-4000
English and Spanish
Report child abuse.
800-615-8858
English and Spanish
24 hr automated system and Support officers from 9am-5pm.
800-782-7463
English and Spanish
Report major crimes.
800-462-9029
English and Spanish
Provides repair and rental assistance after an area is declared a disaster area.
800-992-1660
Reporting agency for elder abuse. Center investigates each case and reports to Adult Protection Agency.
800-978-3600
Provides shelter for battered women and children for 30 days.
800-848-5683
Information and referrals for pregnant women.
800-585-6231
Counseling and advocacy assistance to rape victims and families.
626-793-3385
Provides counseling, info, and referrals for rape victims.
DPSS
(818) 701-8200 – Customer Service
(626) 569-1399 – Customer Service
(310) 258-7400 – Customer Service
(800) 578-6762 – Health Care Reform Call Center
This is a division of the Bureau of Workforce Services, which coordinates field operations and provides intake, application and benefit distribution services for the Department of Public Social Services’ disaster, health, income maintenance refugee and nutrition programs. This division serves people residing in the department’s Civic Center, Medi- Cal Outreach, Medi-Cal Long Term Care, Medi-Cal Mail-in Application Center, Wilshire Special, Metro North, Exposition Park, Hawthorne Medi-Cal, and Pomona districts.
(310) 258-7400 – Customer Service
(626) 569-1399 – Customer Service
(818) 701-8200 – Customer Service
(626) 569-3605 – Administrative
(626) 569-3606 – Administrative
(626) 569-3607 – Administrative
(626) 569-3608 – Administrative
This is a division of the Bureau of Workforce Services, that coordinates field operations and provides intake, application and benefit distribution services for the Department of Public Social Services’ disaster, health, income maintenance, refugee and nutrition programs. This division serves people residing in the department’s Norwalk, Belvedere, Cudahy, Metro Family, Metro East, Metro Special, Florence, Lincoln Heights, El Monte and San Gabriel Valley districts.
(626) 569-3677 – Customer Service
(626) 569-1399 – Customer Service
(818) 701-8200 – Customer Service
(626) 569-3677 – Administrative
(626) 569-3680 – Administrative
(626) 569-2681 – Administrative
(626) 569-3692 – Administrative
This is a division of the Bureau of Workforce Services, that coordinates field operations and provides intake, application and benefit distribution services for the Department of Public Social Services’ disaster, health, income maintenance, refugee and nutrition programs. This division serves people residing in the department’s Norwalk, Belvedere, Cudahy, Metro Family, Metro East, Metro Special, Florence, Lincoln Heights, El Monte and San Gabriel Valley districts.
(626) 569-1399 – Customer Service Center
(818) 701-8200 – Customer Service Center
This is a division of the Bureau of Workforce Services, which coordinates field operations and provides intake, application and benefit distribution services for the Department of Public Social Services’ disaster, health, income maintenance, refugee and nutrition programs. This division serves people residing in the department’s Glendale, Pasadena, Lancaster, Lancaster General Relief Sub-Office, San Fernando, East Valley, Santa Clarita, and West Valley districts.
For all locations and contact information, please visit: my.dpss.lacounty.gov/dpss/maps
Other Helpful Numbers
Family PACT Program
800-942-1054
Child support Department
866-901-3212
Department of Children and Family Services
800-540-4000
Department of Public Social Services
626-569-1399
San Gabriel Valley GAIN Career Center
877-292-4246
Emergency Management
800-980-4990
IHSS Ombudsman
800-678-4477 (within Los Angeles County only)
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
844-586-5550
Child Abuse
800-540-4000
Civil Rights Complaint
562-908-8501
Child Care Hotline
877-CHILD99 or 877-244-5399
Appeals and State Hearings
800-952-5253
Emergency Management
800-980-4990
Domestic Violence
800-978-3600
Elder Abuse
877-477-3646
Mental Health
800-854-7771
Safely Surrender Baby
877-222-9723
Substance Use Disorder
844-804-7500
Welfare Fraud
800-349-9970
Women’s Health
800-793-8090
California State Bar (Attorney Complaints)
800-843-9053