Legal Services of Northern California is a dedicated legal aid provider serving the communities of Del Norte, Humboldt, and Trinity counties from its Eureka office. Specializing in civil legal assistance for low-income individuals and families, the organization stands out for its multilingual support and commitment to accessibility, offering services in English, Spanish, Tagalog, Chinese, Russian, and Vietnamese.
The office adopts a client-centered approach, providing flexible intake options including an after-hours line for those unable to call during standard business hours due to work, school, or disability. With a focus on empowering vulnerable populations, it handles a wide range of civil legal issues and partners with pro bono networks to extend its reach into additional practice areas.
Services Offered
- Housing legal assistance
- Public benefits advocacy (SSI, CalWORKs, CalFresh, IHSS, SSDI, UIB, SDI, Veterans benefits)
- Education rights (special education and school discipline)
- Criminal record remedies
- Health law (Medi-Cal, Medicare, Partnership, Covered California)
- Citation defense for people experiencing homelessness
- Limited family law assistance (separation, custody, and support)
- Consumer law (debt defense and bankruptcy)
- General civil legal matters (torts)
Legal Services of Northern California prioritizes accessibility, offering accommodations for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or face communication barriers, and serves residents across Del Norte, Humboldt, and Trinity counties through both in-person and remote support options.
