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Medi-Cal eligibility is changing in 2026, and those changes may affect immigrants. If you have questions about your options, please contact us!
December 17, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Our offices will be closed November 26 – 28 and December 24 – January 2 for the holidays, with regular hours on all other days. Sending warm holiday wishes to everyone in our community. nlsla.org/services/help/
November 26, 2025 at 6:42 PM
On November 13th, we’ll raise the stakes for justice at NLSLA’s 60th anniversary celebration. Music for Justice brings together leaders in law, business, and local communities to support equal access to justice. I hope you can join us! nlsla.org/event/music-...
September 18, 2025 at 6:38 PM
NLSLA advocates provided information to over 150 older adults at the Arcadia Resource Fair. Kim Bowman, NLSLA Special Counsel, gave the keynote speech. We are honored to be able to support our community!
May 29, 2025 at 12:20 AM
We are deeply grateful to Caitlin Stern, who has volunteered at 11 out of 12 of our housing clinics for wildfire survivors. Her dedication is a reminder of the real difference pro bono attorneys can make in moments of crisis. Thank you, Caitlin!
May 20, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Tony Beasley has been a vital part of our legal response for wildfire survivors, volunteering his time at the Disaster Recovery Center in Altadena. His compassion, insight, and willingness to step in have brought real support to those navigating housing loss, insurance issues, and more. Thank you!
May 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM
We’re grateful to Brenda, who has volunteered at the Pomona Self-Help Center while finishing her undergrad at Cal State LA. From helping tenants understand their housing rights to supporting survivors as they sought protection, Brenda showed what it means to serve with heart, empathy, and purpose.
April 25, 2025 at 2:13 AM
We are so grateful for Tony Kwok, who has stepped up twice as a pro bono attorney to help wildfire survivors at our FEMA Appeals Clinic. Thank you, Tony, for using your time and talent to support communities in crisis. #NationalVolunteerWeek
April 23, 2025 at 1:34 AM
While the FEMA assistance deadline for wildfire survivors has passed, you may still be able to apply for help if you have good cause for delay.

If you were denied, you can submit an appeal within 60 days. We are here to help. Register for our clinic on April 24th: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
April 22, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Disney has volunteered to help survivors every week since the wildfires began. Thank you for your advocacy on behalf of those in need of legal assistance! #NationalVolunteerWeek
April 21, 2025 at 10:27 PM
In the wake of the LA wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes, NLSLA came together with community partners, including Advancing Justice SoCal, @legalaidla.bsky.social, and the Asian Pacific American Bar Association to provide post-disaster resources and free legal consultations.
April 11, 2025 at 12:08 AM
🎲✨ Join Us for NLSLA’s 60th Birthday at Music for Justice: Casino Night! ✨🎶

Get ready for a night of high-stakes fun as we celebrate six decades of justice at our 4th annual Music for Justice!

Get your tickets now: nlsla.org/event/music-...
April 7, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Skip Koenig, NLSLA’s Pro Bono Director, discussed Southern California’s coordinated legal response to the Los Angeles County Fires, including the most pressing issues community members are experiencing, with Jenny Anders-Gable from Legal Services of Northern California at the OneJustice Conference.
April 4, 2025 at 12:02 AM
The deadline for disaster unemployment assistance applications has been extended to June 10th. If you have been impacted by the recent fires, you may be eligible. Apply here: edd.ca.gov/en/unemploym...
March 27, 2025 at 5:59 PM
We are so grateful for our Altadena Disaster Recovery Center volunteers, who have helped us provide free legal services to disaster survivors every day. Shout out to USC law students Austin Prather and Jocky Cheng, and to our amazing Director of Pro Bono, Skip Koenig, who makes it all happen!
March 24, 2025 at 11:40 PM
NLSLA President & CEO Yvonne Mariajimenez and Board Member Mara Cohen discuss how accessible legal aid changes the lives of survivors of disasters. www.dailyjournal.com/articles/383...
March 20, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Scammers, impersonating NLSLA & our attorneys, have reached out to vulnerable individuals claiming to offer legal assistance regarding immigration issues. In at least one instance in the Antelope Valley, an NLSLA attorney was impersonated. We will NEVER contact you first. nlsla.org/nlsla-issues...
March 19, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Are you a tenant who can't pay rent due to the Eaton or Palisade Fires? Are you a tenant with smoke damage and your landlord is not making repairs? You can also talk to an attorney about your rights as a tenant at NLSLA's Wednesday tenant clinics. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
March 18, 2025 at 6:21 PM
NLSLA Director of Litigation Bernadette Manigault recently gave a lecture at @gould.usc.edu on Black Maternal Health to a group of medical and law students. Thank you for your support!
March 16, 2025 at 11:27 PM
The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance if you have been impacted by the LA fires has been extended to March 31st. Apply here: www.disasterassistance.gov

If you need help filing an appeal, call us: (800) 433-6251
March 16, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Keisha is a client whose rental home of 25 years sustained serious smoke damage, displacing her, and making it impossible to run her home childcare business. NLSLA paralegal Rosina Alvarez signed her up for the clinic and volunteer Geoff Olsen helped her prepare an appeal.
March 14, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Advocates from the Benefits Access for Immigrants LA (BAILA) Network project at NLSLA attended a resource fair on 3/9 for communities impacted by the Eaton Fire. They provided information about eligibility for FEMA relief and for relief programs administered by the County of Los Angeles.
March 13, 2025 at 11:49 PM
LA County residents directly impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires can apply for financial assistance through the LA County Household Relief Grant, which offers immediate financial assistance to impacted households. The deadline to apply is tomorrow. lacountyrelieffund.com
March 11, 2025 at 6:33 PM
The last day to apply for FEMA relief due to the recent wildfires is Monday. If you have been impacted, please apply for help. www.fema.gov/disaster/4856 

Visit the Altadena Disaster Recovery Center located at 540 W. Woodbury Rd. for in-person assistance.
March 8, 2025 at 11:28 PM
We are here to help fire survivors who have questions about FEMA benefits or who need helping appealing a FEMA denial. Join us at an upcoming clinic. Contact us to make an appointment: (800) 433-6251
March 6, 2025 at 2:13 AM