Statement on City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto’s Delays in Finalizing Stay Housed LA Contracts
Statement from Barbara Schultz, Director of Housing Justice at the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) in response to Los Angeles City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto’s delays finalizing the City of Los Angeles’ contract with Stay Housed LA for eviction defense and tenant protections: “Having negotiated in good faith over the last three months, […]
William waited 27 years for a second chance. You helped make it possible.
William was initially denied a contractor’s license because of a past conviction, despite the progress he had made in turning his life around. With support from LAFLA, he was able to present strong evidence of his rehabilitation. As a result, a judge recognized his progress and granted him the license.
Meet Our 2026 LEIF Fellows & Summer Law Clerks
We are thrilled to welcome our summer 2026 class of law clerks! While many of these students call Los Angeles their hometown, more than 20 cities across the globe are represented across the cohort. They hail from 18 different law schools and use 12 languages other than English, from Armenian, Cantonese, and Korean to Portuguese, […]
Veteran of Humanitarian Mission Secures Disability Benefits
On Memorial Day, we mourn those who lost their lives in military service and renew our commitment to fight for Veterans to achieve the safety and stability they deserve.
LIVE: Kim Kardashian’s Exclusive Wardrobe Auction to Benefit LAFLA!
Kim Kardashian will donate 100% of proceeds from her All’s Fair Season 1 wardrobe to to fund survivor services at the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles.
Refugee & Grandmother Celebrates Citizenship at 90!
After 20 years raising her family in the U.S., Carmen became a citizen at 90 years old—thanks to LAFLA’s support.
Mother Protects Her Family from Abuse with Restraining Order and Divorce
“Raquel” is a courageous mother of five who was determined to protect her children from her abuser. With LAFLA’s support, she won a restraining order and sole custody—essential tools to keep her family safe.
Remembering Elena Ackel
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our colleague of over 50 years, the inimitable Elena Ackel—an extraordinary advocate whose relentless commitment to justice changed countless lives.
Local Hero at Risk of Deportation Secures Immigration Status
Oscar was seriously injured defending a group of children from a stranger on the street. Through LAFLA’s Medical-Legal Partnerships, his immigration status was secured.
LAFLA’s 2024 Access to Justice Videos Win Golden Telly Award
Our award-winning Access to Justice campaign highlights the life-changing impact of legal aid and the essential role of access to justice in building stronger communities.