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NLSLA Responds to Community Fear About Proposed Immigration Law Changes
/in News /by EditorialFor months now, NLSLA advocates have been hearing from immigrants fearful of proposed changes to federal law, which could redefine who is considered a “public charge”—or taxpayer burden—in the eyes […]
NLSLA Sues To Protect The Immigrant Victims Of Violent Crimes
/in Client Stories, News /by EditorialIt’s been almost four years since A.S.’s husband tried to kill her, stabbing her repeatedly until a neighbor ran in to help. The shock and trauma of that day are […]
NLSLA Bankruptcy Volunteer Awarded for Outstanding Pro Bono Services
/in News /by EditorialNLSLA volunteer Mark Brenner was awarded the William J. Lasarow Award for his extraordinary pro bono services at the San Fernando Valley Bankruptcy Self-Help Center. “People like Mark epitomize what […]
NLSLA And Partners Celebrate First Year Of New MLCP Collaborative
/in News /by EditorialNLSLA was proud to join its partners in celebrating the one year anniversary of the Medical Legal Community Partnership-LA Health Collaborative, an expansive MLCP project that leverages the expertise of […]
NLSLA Executive Director Steps Down, Deputy Director Takes Helm
/in News /by EditorialAs Neal Dudovitz retires and Yvonne Mariajimenez becomes director, NLSLA reflects on its legacy expanding access to justice in Los Angeles, and looks to a bright future. After 25 years […]
NLSLA Breaks Ground on New El Monte Office
/in News /by EditorialNLSLA has broken ground on its new office in El Monte! The new location—twice as spacious as our previous El Monte office—will accommodate our expanding services in the San Gabriel […]
Kirkland & Ellis’ Sharre Lotfollahi Joins NLSLA Board
/in News /by EditorialNLSLA is proud to announce the newest member of its Board of Directors, Kirkland & Ellis’ Sharre Lotfollahi. Sharre is a partner in Kirkland’s Intellectual Property Litigation Group and focuses […]
NLSLA Protects 45,000 Low-Income Renters in Successful Lawsuit
/in Client Stories, News /by EditorialThanks to your support and the dedication of NLSLA’s advocates, more than 45,000 families who depend on Section 8 rental subsidies are now protected from sudden, illegal rent hikes that […]
NLSLA’s Health Work Featured in LSC’s ‘Innovations in Legal Aid’
/in News /by EditorialNLSLA’s health work is featured on the Legal Services Corporation’s “Innovations in Legal Aid” blog, which highlights best practices in the delivery of legal services. LSC commended NLSLA’s health work […]
“Homelessness is more than just losing your home.”
/in Client Stories /by EditorialWhen Rebecca Gutierrez learned her rent was going to increase by 300 percent, she was terrified. Rebecca shares her apartment, which is subsidized with a Section 8 voucher, with her […]
NLSLA Coordinates Toy Drive, Volunteers Step in to Help
/in News /by EditorialThis holiday season, NLSLA coordinated a toy drive for students experiencing homelessness at Telfair Elementary School in Pacoima. More than 25 percent of Telfair’s students are homeless. They live in […]
NLSLA Spearheads Effort to Help Low-Income Victims of Woolsey Fire
/in News /by EditorialThe Southern California Woolsey fire is finally contained, but the devastation it caused is just beginning to come into focus. That devastation has a disproportionate impact on low-income people, many […]
“I left this summer feeling empowered to serve and with a fire blazing in my heart”
/in News /by EditorialSpend a summer at the forefront of change! NLSLA is offering law students a chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of low-income individuals, families and communities in […]
NLSLA Honors Mike Feuer, Susan Burton and HARNESS at Annual Gala
/in Events, News /by Editorial(above from left) NLSLA Executive Director Neal Dudovitz with Janice Kamenir-Reznik, Los Angeles City Attorney and Legal Excellence Award recipient Mike Feuer, Leadership Award recipient Susan Burton, and Deputy Director […]