Stories & Events
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.
Tribute to a Community Legend: Immigration Attorney Michael Ortiz
LAFLA bids a heartfelt farewell to a true champion of justice, Special Counsel on Immigration Michael Ortiz, who is retiring after more than 45 years of transformative service to the immigrant community.
Webinar: Disaster Relief – Housing Small Claims
New Video Resource: Disaster Relief – Housing Small Claims For renters impacted by the January wildfires, the small claims process can help address issues such
Our 2024 Annual Report is Here
LAFLA is proud to announce the release of our 2024 Annual Report—celebrating our 95th year protecting the promise of equal access to justice.
Webinar: Student Rights and Options After A Sudden School Closure
New Video Resource: Student Rights and Options After A Sudden School Closure Learn from LAFLA student loan attorney Robyn Smith about what rights and options
LAFLA Stands With Our Community
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Meet Our 2025 LEIF Fellows & Summer Law Clerks
We are thrilled to welcome our 2025 summer class of law clerks! These students represent 18 law schools, hail from 15 cities across the globe,
Know Your Rights: Executive Order Threatens Access to Federal Programs
Although Trump’s executive order does not change existing federal and state laws, it threatens more than two decades of progress towards meaningful language access for all.
Fellow Focus: Aisha Khawaja on the Root Causes of Homelessness
LAFLA’s LEIF Program engages and empowers law students who are historically underrepresented in public interest law. This cohort of summer law clerks participates in unique events and
Mass Lawsuit Filed Against Six LA Landlords to Prevent Price Gouging in the Wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires
LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 24, 2025 – Following two of the most destructive wildfires in California history, in which thousands of people lost their
Free Legal Help Available for California Wildfire Survivors
A free hotline is now available to connect California Wildfires survivors who cannot afford an attorney to free legal services.
Reflections on Martin Luther King Day Amid the LA Fires
Dr. King’s visits to the Pasadena and Altadena visits underscores the region’s unique role in the Civil Rights Movement—and remind us of the strength and resilience of these communities.
LAFLA Helps Veteran Secure Discharge Upgrade to Rebuild His Life
Kevin* grew up deeply rooted in the military community and was proud to enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps and serve in Afghanistan. He found