Legal Help
HDVS advocates are not attorneys. We cannot provide legal representation, legal advice, or recommend specific private attorneys. However, we have complied this list of local and regional legal assistance programs, non-profit legal services, and self-help resources to help you navigate your options.
American Civil Liberties Union of Northern CA
Attorney Search Network
(800) 215-1190
Attorney Search Network is a California State Bar Certified Lawyer Referral Service (#113). Attorney Search Network has searched and found some of the most reputable lawyers in California to assist you in your legal needs. Contact us now for a Free Lawyer Referral for your case.
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CASA Humboldt
2356 Myrtle Ave Eureka, CA 95503/ (707) 443-3197
CASA supports children and families involved in the child welfare system. CASA increases the well-being of the children in foster care. CASA is of and for our community.
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California Civil Rights Department
(707) 441-1624 / 651 Bannon St Sacramento, CA 95811
The Civil Rights Department is the state agency charged with enforcing California’s civil rights laws. The mission of the CRD is to protect the people of California from unlawful discrimination in employment, housing, businesses, and state-funded programs, and from bias-motivated violence and human trafficking.
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California Courts Self-Help Guide
638 Main St. Ferndale, CA 95536
Provides high quality health education, behavioral and medical healthcare to all, regardless of financial, geographical, or social barriers. Please call to check if accepting new patients.
California Indian Legal Services
2355 Central Ave Suite C Mckinleyville, CA 95519 / (800) 347-2402
We are one of the oldest not-for-profit law firms in the country that specializes in matters of Federal Indian Law to protect the rights of Tribes and Tribal peoples. Provides free and low-cost legal services to California Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Native American individuals throughout the State.
*Please contact us if you are looking for assistance with any legal topics or resources not currently displayed on the website.
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Family Violence Appellate Project
510 858-7358
FVAP is dedicated to helping domestic violence survivors and their children appeal dangerous trial court decisions on their behalf, for free, and serves Californians statewide. We help survivors of abuse get the safety and justice they deserve.
Humboldt Victim Witness Program
825 5th St.Eureka, CA 95501
Works to alleviate trauma and the devastating effects of crimes on the lives of victims and their families. Through close partnerships with law enforcement, victim service agencies and groups, our victim advocates are able to guide victims through the court process, help victims receive restitution, provide crisis intervention and provide referrals to counseling and community services.
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Legal Services of Northern California
123 Third St Eureka, CA 95501 / (707) 445-0866
Provides legal services to low-income clients. Cases handled are: family law, housing, public benefits, and veterans benefits. Also offer assistance in an in-office legal clinic setting for problems on consumer law, debt defense, guardianship, and bankruptcy.
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Transgender Law Center
(510) 587-9696
Transgender Law Center changes law, policy, and attitudes so that all people can live safely, authentically, and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or expression. Grounded in legal expertise and committed to racial justice, TLC employs a variety of community-driven strategies to keep transgender and gender nonconforming people alive, thriving, and fighting for liberation.