LAFLA’s Permanency Project has helped over 160 clients apply for lawful permanent residency thanks to the incredible support of student volunteers from University of California, Irvine School of Law and pro bono attorneys from Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. At our recent clinic, students assisted 8 clients from Russia, Uganda, Guatemala, and Venezuela seeking refuge from global insecurity. These young advocates received guidance and training from LAFLA's expert staff and our pro bono volunteers, who will continue to help our clients on their journey to safety and security. We're so grateful to these dedicated advocates and our pro bono partners for making this important work possible! Shoutout to Marta, Christine, and Dominique on our team for their work supporting this event.
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
Law Practice
Los Angeles, CA 8,745 followers
Justice. Equity. Hope. The frontline law firm for people living in poverty across Los Angeles County.
About us
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles achieves justice for people living in poverty across Los Angeles County. We change lives through direct representation, systems change, and community education. LAFLA's attorneys provide counsel and advice and direct legal services, as well as referrals and community education, to more than 100,000 people annually.
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http://www.lafla.org
External link for Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
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- Law Practice
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Los Angeles, CA
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1929
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- family law, housing & eviction defense, consumer law, government benefits, employment benefits, immigration law, community economic development and services to the Asian & Pacific Islander communities., veterans law, veterans, and language justice
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Employees at Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
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Heather Poole
Complex Family Immigration & Deportation Defense Attorney
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Susan StVincent
Chief Operating Officer
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Sohini Ray
Legal Staff at Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Founder/Artistic Director, Manipuri Dance Visions - Institute of Manipuri Dance
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Marta Ceja Mora
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
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Delivering engaging online training is tough, especially with limited resources. But it doesn’t have to be! Join us for a hands-on workshop showcasing creative, easy-to-use tools to bring your trainings to life. LAFLA and the Pro Bono Training Institute (PBTI) will introduce you to updated, interactive training approaches piloted by PBTI to make virtual training more engaging, including role-play demonstrations, fillable worksheets, and case study simulations. Tech & AI in Legal Aid Workshop Series: Interactive Training Ideas Using No/Low-Cost Technology: 📅 Tuesday, October 28, 2025 | 11:00 am 🌐 Remote (Zoom link upon registration) 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gdhqiDvj Eligible for 1 hour of participatory tech MCLE credit.
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Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles reposted this
Thank you to everyone who joined us last week at the Start Anew clinic, hosted in partnership with ALIGHT (Alliance to Lead Impact in Global Human Trafficking) and Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles. At this first-of-its-kind clinic, nearly 80 survivors were able to receive essential services. A special thanks to Jones Day, who helped organize and coordinate this event.
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From immigration issues to wildfire relief, LAFLA has the legal trainings you need to support low-income communities in Los Angeles. Join us to learn how you can help bridge the justice gap! Legal Aid Disaster Relief — Topical Overview: Learn how to support wildfire disaster survivors with issues like FEMA appeals, tenant rights, and public benefits. 🗓️ Friday, October 24, 2025 | 12–1 PM (PT) 🌐 Remote (Zoom link upon registration) 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gAkybsF3 Immigration Issues Impacting Low-Income Clients: Gain insight into legal challenges faced by immigrants and learn how to get involved—from naturalization help to family preparedness planning. 🗓️ Friday, November 7, 2025 | 12–1 PM (PT) 🌐 Remote (Zoom link upon registration) 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gehnrxpx
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If you applied for FEMA relief and disagree with their decision, you have the right to appeal—and we can help! Join LAFLA’s upcoming FEMA Appeals Clinic to get step-by-step guidance on how to file an appeal and understand your rights in the process. Free one-on-one legal consultations will be available to eligible individuals. 📅 When: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Where: Virtual (via Zoom) 📌 Register: Visit lafla.org/fires or scan the QR code. We hope to see you there! — Si solicitó ayuda de FEMA y no está de acuerdo con su decisión, tiene derecho a apelar, ¡y podemos ayudarle! Participe en nuestra próxima Clínica para apelar decisiones de FEMA para obtener instrucciones paso a paso sobre cómo presentar una apelación y comprender sus derechos durante el proceso. Consultas legales gratuitas disponibles para personas elegibles. 📅 Martes 21 de octubre de 2025 | 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Por medio de Zoom 📌 Para registrarse visite www.lafla.org/fires o escanee el código QR en el folleto. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
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Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles reposted this
As part of our “Alternative Break” program, UC Irvine Law students spent part of their fall break working on The Permanency Project offered through the Michael G. Ermer Pro Bono Program, led by Anna Strasburg Davis. In collaboration with the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) and attorneys from Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP — a project that has been going on since 2014 — students assisted clients who were previously granted visas as victims of crime and are now eligible to apply for permanent legal residency. Under attorney supervision, students conducted client interviews, completed application packets, and gained hands-on experience. Second-year students Adelaide Apostol and Akua Kesewa-Agyeman, and third-year student Madeleine Malicdem served as student leaders. Thank you to LAFLA and the attorneys at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP for their mentorship and collaboration on this important pro bono project that has helped over 160 victims of crime seek permanent residency since the program launched in 2014.
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Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles reposted this
This week, ALIGHT was honored to participate in the #LA Start Anew Clinic, where more than 120 survivors of #humantrafficking, #domesticviolence and #sexualassault accessed legal and social service resources under one roof. We were grateful for the opportunity to share information about ALIGHT's multi-jurisdictional legal support, including credit repair under the #DBRA, helping survivors break free from cycles of payday lending and financial exploitation. It was a pleasure to present alongside colleagues from Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking (CAST) and Community Legal Aid SoCal, and to collaborate with dedicated partners from Survivor Justice Center, Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, Public Law Center and Bet Tzedek Legal Services to strengthen referral pathways across California. We deeply appreciate the daily work of Downtown Women's Center, YWCA Greater Los Angeles, Restoration Diversion, Haven Hills and others helping survivors move forward in safety and dignity. Our thanks to #ALIGHT Board Chair Kelsey Bryan, Roman Darmer, Paige Goedderz, Christopher Haines and others on the Jones Day team for organizing such a thoughtful and accessible event with the The California Endowment. Together, we can continue helping survivors move toward stability and brighter futures, one step at a time. #MobilizingJustice #HumanTraffickingAwareness #SurvivorCentered #LegalAccess #PartnershipInAction #LosAngeles
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Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles reposted this
Proud to have volunteered with the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles at Glendale Community College with Megan Jenkins for a pro bono outreach event last week! At a time when access to justice feels more critical than ever, organizations like LAFLA play a vital role in ensuring that individuals and families, regardless of income, can understand and exercise their legal rights. From housing and employment issues to consumer protection and immigration, legal aid bridges the gap between law and those most in need of its protection. Grateful for the opportunity to connect with the community, contribute to meaningful work, and witness the impact of legal advocacy in action. Excited to continue developing my legal knowledge and public service experience as I work toward a career in law and policy.
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Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles reposted this
Dean and Chancellor’s Professor of Law, University of California Irvine School of Law
UC Irvine Law 1L’s spent part of their Mid-Semester Review Week working with attorneys from Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP to assist clients of the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles to apply for Legal Permanent Residency. This collaboration has been going since 2014, helping 161 victims of crime to seek permanency. Special thanks to Orrick, and to 2L’s Akua Kesewa-Agyeman and Adelaide Apostol as well as 3L Madeleine Malicdem for serving as student leaders. #probono (University of California, Irvine School of Law HT: Anna Strasburg Davis)
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We’re thrilled to announce our Emcee for this year’s Access to Justice Gala: Golden Globe-winning actor and musician Katey Sagal! 🎤✨ Katey Sagal has captivated audiences with a wide range of dramatic and comedic roles throughout her celebrated career. Her TV credits include “Sons of Anarchy” (Golden Globe Award), “8 Simple Rules,” and “Married…With Children,” while her film credits include “Trust,” “Bleed for This,” and “Pitch Perfect 2.” A talented musician, Katey has released two albums, “Well” and “Room,” and her memoir “Grace Notes: My Recollections” was published by Simon & Schuster in 2017. We’re so grateful for Katey’s support of our inspiring honorees and LAFLA’s mission to ensure equal justice for all. Join us on Wednesday, October 29 to celebrate our honorees! Learn more & get your tickets 🎟️ at www.lafla.org/atj!
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