Central California Legal Services is a private, not-for-profit public interest law firm dedicated to providing free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals, families, and communities across Central California. Specializing in a wide range of critical legal needs, the organization stands out for its commitment to advancing justice and empowering vulnerable populations through accessible, no-cost legal representation and advice.
The firm operates with a community-focused approach, offering dedicated legal advice lines and multiple office locations to serve clients effectively. It primarily assists low-income residents, seniors, veterans, and families facing urgent civil legal challenges, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent access to essential legal support. With decades of service and a strong presence in the region, CCLS emphasizes education, advocacy, and direct legal aid to address systemic issues and individual crises.
Services Offered
- Legal Advice & Referral Lines
- Benefits Assistance
- Emergency Preparedness Legal Support
- Expungement Services
- Family Violence Legal Assistance
- Guardianship Services
- Health Consumer Legal Assistance
- Housing Legal Services
- Immigration Legal Aid
- Senior Legal Services
- Veterans Legal Assistance
CCLS serves clients throughout Central California with offices in Fresno, Merced, and Visalia, and operates a dedicated Health Consumer Center helpline. Services are provided in accordance with funding restrictions under the Legal Services Corporation Act, focusing exclusively on civil matters for qualifying low-income individuals and communities.
