Columbia Legal Services is a Washington State-based legal advocacy organization dedicated to advancing racial and economic justice through impact litigation and legislative advocacy. It stands out for its special commitment to serving communities impacted by incarceration, immigration, and unfair labor practices, working to ensure every person enjoys full human rights and economic opportunities.
The organization employs a community-centered approach, focusing on systemic change through high-impact legal cases and policy advocacy rather than individual representation. With a mission-driven team, Columbia Legal Services targets marginalized groups, including people experiencing homelessness, immigrants, incarcerated individuals, and workers facing exploitation, aiming to dismantle structural inequities across Washington.
Services Offered
- Impact Litigation
- Legislative Advocacy
- Criminal Justice Reform
- Economic Justice Advocacy
- Housing and Homelessness Advocacy
- Immigrant Justice
- Systems Reform
- Worker Justice
- Legal Resource Guides
- Community Education and Outreach
Columbia Legal Services provides resources and advocacy statewide, with materials available in both English and Spanish. The organization focuses on significant legal victories and policy changes, such as challenging unlawful vehicle impoundments and advocating for the rights of incarcerated youth and undocumented individuals.
