Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles

Mission Statement

The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) is the frontline law firm for poor and low-income people.

Mission: LAFLA seeks to achieve equal justice for poor and low-income people in greater Los Angeles. We change lives through direct representation, systems change and community education.

To achieve our mission, LAFLA’s expert team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff work in the community in a variety of ways:

• Provides direct representation
• Offers counsel and advice
• Provides referrals
• Educates the community about their legal rights through workshops and seminars

LAFLA’s legal priorities encompass:

• Supporting families
• Preserving the home
• Maintaining economic stability
• Promoting safety, security, and health
• Serving populations with special vulnerabilities
• Protect human and civil rights