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November 6, 2024

Post-election 2024 Statement: We Are Ready to Meet This Moment

The core values that have enabled CRLA to dismantle unjust systems for nearly 60 years will continue to guide us in 2025.

Community Worker- Rural Justice Unit (RJU)

WHO WE ARE: Founded in 1966, CRLA's mission is to fight for justice and individual rights alongside the most exploited communities of our society. Through a network of regional offices and cross-cutting programs, CRLA provides legal services to tens of thousands of low-income people annually. Our work impacts farmworkers, indigenous populations, individuals with disabilities, immigrant populations, LGBTQ+ communities, women, children, and low-income families in rural areas.

September 10, 2024

Fight for Clean Water

A visualization of disproportionate nitrate groundwater contamination in the Central Coast region of California

August 14, 2024

Meet CRLA’s 2024 Law Student Summer Intern Cohort

Learn what it's like to be a Law Student Summer Intern at CRLA and how you can bring more law interns and fellows to rural California. 

August 14, 2024

Meet CRLA’s 2024 Undergraduate Summer Intern Cohort

Learn what it's like to be an Undergraduate Summer Intern at CRLA and how you can bring more interns and fellows to rural California. 

June 28, 2024

Housing Voucher Recipient Fights Rent Hike to Stay in Central Coast

Due to her disabilities, Joni Gold was unable to work anymore and lived in Section 8 housing in San Luis Obispo County. To her surprise, she received a proposal of a rent increase by about 250% after submitting her annual recertification for her housing voucher. 

With CRLA’s assistance to lower her proposed rent, Joni can afford to continue living in her home of 20 years and avoided a possible eviction or other legal actions.

June 7, 2024

Ventura County Residents Clear Criminal Records with Help from CRLA and Pro Bono Partners

CRLA, Bank of America, McGuireWoods LLP, and Jubilee Legal will host a free criminal record expungement clinic on June 12, 2024 in Ventura.

June 6, 2024

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. Launches Drop-in Legal Clinics at Paso Robles City Library

CRLA is collaborating with the Paso Robles City Library to offer Drop-in Legal Clinics on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Come speak confidentially with CRLA staff on June 11 and June 25.

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