VICTORY: A court has ordered the City of Los Angeles to halt plans to dramatically expand the seizure and destruction of RVs, agreeing with community advocates that the City lacked authority to implement the policy.

On February 9, L.A. County re-opened applications for financial assistance due to recent emergencies, including the 2025 Wildfires. The assistance can be used for unpaid rent to avoid eviction, or other emergency expenses. 📆Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM 📍Zoom 📝 www.lafla.org/fires.

This February marks 100 years of Black History Month—a century since Dr. Carter G. Woodson launched the movement to celebrate Black achievement, honor resistance and innovation, and recognize the ways Black Americans continue to shape our society and institutions.

If you need expungement or family law help, visit LAFLA’s bi-monthly Legal Clinics. Expungement Clinic: Every 2nd Monday | 9 AM – 1 PM Name & Gender Marker Change Clinic: Every 4th Monday | 9 AM – 1 PM 📍7639 Painter Ave Whittier, CA 90602 Call (562) 261-5611 to schedule an appt.

El 9 de febrero, el condado de Los Ángeles volverá a abrir las solicitudes de asistencia financiera debido a las recientes emergencias, incluidos los incendios forestales de 2025. Participe en el taller gratuito de LAFLA para obtener más información. 13 de febrero | 5:00-6:00PM www.lafla.org/fires

Join us at Harte Library where the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) will be providing updated information on the U.S. Citizenship process. Filipino and Spanish interpretation will be available. 🗓️Sat, Feb 21 | 1:00 PM 📍1595 W. Willow St. 90810 🔗https://bit.ly/LAFLA-PACS

If you were impacted by the fires in Los Angeles, join us at our upcoming Disaster Relief Legal Clinic in the Pacific Palisades to help you navigate the recovery process. 🗓️ Thursday, Feb 19, 2026 | 3 PM – 6 PM 📍 15239 La Cruz Dr. Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 📌 lafla.org/fires - Walk-ins welcome!

LAFLA’s housing experts recently joined HACLA and LACDA for a resource fair focused on helping individuals and families build pathways to self-sufficiency. Our advocates were on site offering legal education and resources related to tenant rights, Section 8, homeownership, employment, and more.

A year after the wildfires, many survivors are still struggling to secure disaster relief. If you are navigating the appeals process after a denial from FEMA, we may be able to help. Join LAFLA’s upcoming workshop to get step-by-step guidance. 🗓️ Tues, Feb 10 | 3 – 4:30 PM 📌 www.lafla.org/fires

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.

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.

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.

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

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/.

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

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!)

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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#GivingTuesday

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.

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

All LAFLA offices will be closed on Thursday November 27 and Friday November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving. -- 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/.

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

📢If you've been impacted by crises related to immigration or the LA wildfires, join us at our upcoming events to help you create a family preparedness plan, navigate the recovery process, manage tenant and homeowner issues, and make informed decisions during this critical time. www.lafla.org/fires

Every day, families across the country face an impossible trade-off: pay rent or buy food. Rising costs, stagnant wages, and lost benefits are pushing more people toward hunger, instability, and homelessness. We work tirelessly to ensure everyone can access housing and the benefits they deserve.

More than 60,000 families in Los Angeles rely on Section 8 vouchers to afford their rent. When that support is taken away without due process, the path to homelessness becomes dangerously short. We’re taking legal action to protect LA renters’ homes—and our constitutional rights. bit.ly/4r8Usnv

In honor of Veterans Day, Tyler Nicole Smith, LAFLA’s Director of Racial Justice & Equity, spoke at the CalVet 2025 Leadership Summit, sharing insights from our work with Veterans in Los Angeles County and the vital role civil legal services play in their wellbeing.

This #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, we uplift the rich histories and contributions of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and affiliated island communities, for the next generation, and remain committed to the ongoing struggle for justice, liberation and equality.

UC Irvine Law has an innovative curriculum designed to prepare students for the practice of law at the highest levels of the profession.

If you applied for FEMA relief and disagree with their decision, you have the right to appeal—and we can help! Join our FEMA Appeals Workshop to get step-by-step guidance on how to file an appeal and understand your rights in the process. 🗓️ Tuesday, Nov 18 | 3:00 – 4:30 PM 💻 Zoom 📌 lafla.org/fires.

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 18 de noviembre | 3:00 – 4:30 PM 📌 www.lafla.org/fires

Dominique Quevedo, Managing Attorney of the Immigration Access Workgroup at the @legalaidla.bsky.social; and Doug Smith, Vice President of Policy and Legal Strategy at Inclusive Action for the City.

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. 🗓️ Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 The Hub by CORE (2333 Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001) 📌 www.lafla.org/fires

October is Filipino American History Month! Did you know LAFLA offers specialized services for the Filipino American community? Call our dedicated Filipino hotline for in-language support or visit our monthly clinics! Lear more at lafla.org/get-help/asi...

The 2025 Access to Justice auction is OPEN! Bid now to win exciting gifts and experiences that support LAFLA's mission, including: 🎤4 Tickets and Forum Club passes to see Ariana Grande ⚾2026 Los Angeles Dodgers Experience Place your bids today! https://auction.biddingforgood.com/auction/341808182

📣 Las autoridades han anunciado que, si el cierre del gobierno federal continúa después del jueves 23 de octubre, los beneficios de CalFresh se suspenderán en noviembre hasta que el gobierno federal reabra sus puertas. Esto es lo que debe saber.

📣Officials have announced that if the federal government shutdown continues beyond Thursday, October 23, CalFresh benefits will stop in November until the federal government reopens. Here’s what to know.

LAFLA’s Permanency Project has helped over 160 clients apply for lawful permanent residency thanks to UC Irvine School of Law students & Orrick attorneys. At our latest clinic, students assisted 8 clients seeking refuge from global insecurity—guided by LAFLA's expert staff & our pro bono volunteers.

If you applied for FEMA relief and disagree with their decision, you can appeal—and we can help! Join our FEMA Appeals Clinic to get step-by-step guidance on how to file an appeal and understand your rights in the process. 📅 Tuesday, Oct 21 | 2:30 – 5:00 PM 📍 Virtual 📌 lafla.org/fires.