We are thrilled to announce an important milestone in our organization's journey: we are changing our name to Survivor Justice Center! This change reflects our commitment to securing justice and empowering survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Why Survivor Justice Center? - Mission Alignment: Our new name embodies our focus on humanitarian legal support. - Expanding Impact: While rooted in Los Angeles County, our advocacy reaches far beyond—statewide and nationally. - Legacy of Empowerment: We honor our long-standing commitment to equitable access to justice for low-income and marginalized communities. - Survivor-Centered Approach: Our core mission remains focused on centering survivors in all aspects of our work. Our mission remains unchanged. Your support through this transition is crucial in ensuring every survivor has access to the legal resources they need to achieve safety and justice. We’re excited to embark on this new chapter with you! Stay tuned for our new logo and materials! Read more: https://lnkd.in/gu_w2JD2
Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice
法律服务
Los Angeles，CA 1,886 位关注者
Securing justice for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
关于我们
The Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice (LACLJ) is located in East Los Angeles and has served the low-income residents of Los Angeles for almost 40 years. Our mission is to secure justice for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and empower them to create their own futures. LACLJ provides free legal representation, education and advocacy. Our services decrease homelessness, increase family stability and provide safe, violence-free homes for children. LACLJ believes that justice should not be determined by wealth, citizenship, language, or age. We focus on serving families in crisis and those who have the greatest barriers to accessing our judicial system. We help individuals face their adversity with the dignity that they deserve. We are unique among legal aid programs because we prioritize client-based services, focus on providing direct legal services by our staff attorneys, not volunteers, and we are able to serve individuals regardless of legal status or age. We offer a full range of services, including advice and counsel, preparation of legal documents, and representation in court. LACLJ’s clients live primarily in East, Northeast and Southeast Los Angeles. Poverty, high school drop-out rates, illiteracy rates, lack of health insurance, housing density, and levels of substandard housing are significantly higher in our service area than the statewide average. A large number of LACLJ’s clients are women, immigrants and monolingual Spanish speakers. Thirty percent of our clients have less than an 8th grade education, and 57% do not have a high school diploma.
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https://www.laclj.org
Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 法律服务
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- Los Angeles，CA
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 1973
- 领域
- Domestic Violence、Sexual Assault、Immigration、Trafficking、Legal Services、Social Work、Family Law和Diverse Populations
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主要
获取路线
5301 Whittier Blvd
Floor 4
US，CA，Los Angeles，90022
Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice员工
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Brian Klein
Partner at Waymaker LLP
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Dan Hanley
I help nonprofits create stronger relationships with donors that grow fundraising and impact, and work with them in recruiting new team members…
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Gillian Clow
Senior Associate, Litigation and Trial Practice at Alston & Bird
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Steve Goby
Board Member, St. Barnabas Senior Services; Volunteer Activity at Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice. LEAP, Legal Education Access PipeLine;…
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A huge pro bono shoutout to Anni Aslanian from Skarin Law Group for assisting a survivor in her request for spousal support and discovery in a divorce case! Our pro bono partners play an invaluable role in expanding the types of services that we are able to offer our clients and also expand access to justice, changing client lives along the way. We are incredibly grateful for their work. Thanks, Anni! #JusticeForAll #LegalAid #Advocacy #PolicyChange #SocialChange #MakingADifference #LA #LosAngeles #ProBono
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Emergency Protective Orders (EPO) can give you short-term protection while you take the time to decide your next steps. EPOs are good for 5 to 7 days and can be requested from law enforcement when you make a report at the scene of the incident or at the station. Know your options and know your rights. #JusticeForAll #LegalAid #Advocacy #PolicyChange #SocialChange #MakingADifference #LA #LosAngeles #EPO
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While the holidays can be a joyful time, for some they can also be overwhelming - and dangerous. If you're a survivor of domestic violence or assault, it's important to have a safety plan ready during the holidays. Here are some ways you can prepare: ? Keep your location private from abusive partners. ? Don't post your location on social media ? Be sure to share your location with trusted individuals or family members prior to an event or travel. #JusticeForAll #LegalAid #Advocacy #PolicyChange #SocialChange #MakingADifference #LA #LosAngeles
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On this Thanks for Giving Day, we want to express our immense gratitude for all of our incredible donors that make our work possible. With your donations, you're providing free legal representation that is often life-changing for our clients and gives them justice, safety, freedom, and hope for the future. Our entire team thanks you for your support and appreciates the significant impact your donations have on the lives of survivors. With your help, we're helping make the world a more just place for all. #JusticeForAll #LegalAid #Advocacy #PolicyChange #SocialChange #MakingADifference #LA #LosAngeles #ThanksforGivingDay
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Did you know there are low-income assistance programs available to help you pay the bills? SCE can help you find the right plan for your energy use that takes into account your home, schedule, the size of your family, and your lifestyle to determine your electricity needs and help you save money. Learn more on the SCE website: https://on.sce.com/3O7Emsg #JusticeForAll #LegalAid #Advocacy #PolicyChange #SocialChange #MakingADifference #LA #LosAngeles #SCE
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This week, we're turning our pro bono spotlight on Eric Schwartz and Sophia Wallach from Sidley Austin LLP! Eric and Sophia represented a client to seek a restraining order against her estranged husband. Because the other party also had counsel present, having pro bono representation was especially important for our client. With Eric and Sophia's help, she was able to introduce evidence and have an advocate throughout the litigation proces, which can often be taxing and retraumatizing. Thank you to the Sidley team for taking on this case! #JusticeForAll #LegalAid #Advocacy #PolicyChange #SocialChange #MakingADifference #LA #LosAngeles #ProBono
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This week, we're turning our pro bono spotlight on Eric Schwartz and Sophia Wallach from Sidley Austin! Eric and Sophia represented a client to seek a restraining order against her estranged husband. Because the other party also had counsel present, having pro bono representation was especially important for our client. With Eric and Sophia's help, she was able to introduce evidence and have an advocate throughout the litigation process, which can often be taxing and retraumatizing. Thank you to the Sidley team for taking on this case! #JusticeForAll #LegalAid #Advocacy #PolicyChange #SocialChange #MakingADifference #LA #LosAngeles #ProBono
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TAKE ACTION: The LA City Council votes on the Sanctuary Ordinance Tomorrow (11/19)! This critical ordinance will prohibit the use of City resources, property, and personnel for immigration enforcement. It's essential for protecting our immigrant communities – especially survivors of domestic violence who need to access services, seek help, and interact with city officials without fear. Join CALIFORNIA IMMIGRANT POLICY CENTER, CHIRLA, SEIU 721, Central American Resource Center (CARECEN), Garment Worker LA, NDLON National Day Laborer Organizing Network, and a powerful coalition of immigrant justice organizations to make your voice heard! Unable to attend? Submit a written public comment in support of the L.A. Sanctuary Ordinance (Council File # 23-0243) by 5pm TODAY (11/18)! https://lnkd.in/ezsk-f9v Let's make LA safer for ALL residents, ensuring every community member can access vital services without fear! #LASanctuaryCity #ImmigrantRights #LACity #ProtectImmigrantFamilies #SurvivorJustice
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A fee waiver is an order from the court to waive the costs of filing court papers or to waive other fees if you cannot afford to pay the fees. If you are receiving public benefits, if your household income before taxes is less than the amounts listed on the appropriate form, or if the court finds that you do not have enough income to pay for your household's basic needs AND the court fees, you may qualify for a waiver. Learn more under our "Asking for a fee waiver" guide: https://bit.ly/3s2KrP3 #JusticeForAll #LegalAid #Advocacy #PolicyChange #SocialChange #MakingADifference #LA #LosAngeles #FeeWaiver
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