Counsel for Justice volunteers and clients symbolizing a more just Los Angeles

Working toward a more just L.A.

Counsel for Justice envisions a Los Angeles where everyone has access to the legal support they need, fostering a community built on equality, fairness, and opportunity for all.

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Counsel for Justice Celebrates Conclusion of 50th Anniversary Immigration Campaign, Securing Critical Support for Immigrant Legal Services
Counsel for Justice Celebrates Conclusion of 50th Anniversary Immigration Campaign, Securing Critical Support for Immigrant Legal Services
Counsel for Justice Names Diane Trunk as New Executive Director
Counsel for Justice Names Diane Trunk as New Executive Director
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Honor Our Veterans
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Honor Our Veterans

Join our #HonorOurVeterans campaign this November as we honor Veterans Day and fight for those who served.

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About CFJ: Mission & Vision

Our Mission

CFJ promotes access to justice for those in underserved communities seeking to assert their legal rights. By engaging volunteer attorneys to provide direct legal services, we empower individuals with the knowledge and support they need to navigate their legal challenges effectively.

Our Vision

We envision a Los Angeles where everyone has access to the legal support they need, fostering a community built on equality, fairness, and opportunity for all.

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Our Services

Domestic Violence

We provide legal help and protection for survivors of domestic violence, including restraining orders, custody support, and safety planning.

Our goal is to help you rebuild with dignity, strength, and security.

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Housing

Facing eviction or unsafe living conditions?

We protect renters from unlawful evictions, unsafe conditions, and housing discrimination so families in LA can stay safe and housed.

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Immigration

Whether you're applying for asylum, DACA, or permanent residency, we guide immigrants through complex legal systems with care and respect.

Everyone deserves a safe path forward.

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Veterans

We stand with those who served.

From clearing criminal records to resolving housing issues, we offer veterans the support they need to navigate civilian life with the respect they’ve earned.

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Client Stories

“My experience with the Veterans Project was a lifeline. At the time of need I was given another avenue. The organization’s work is monumental, as it allows for veterans to reach out against the society that is stacked against them.”

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“I have a new hope, for so long I lived in fear of being deported. Now, I don’t have to be afraid. I finally feel safe.”

Immigration Project Client

“I felt supported enough to open up about my case. Even though I wanted a restraining order, I probably would not have been able to complete the process without DVP’s assistance.”

Domestic Violence Project Litigant

Make a Meaningful Impact

Volunteer with Counsel for Justice

Join a dedicated community of legal professionals committed to justice and equality. Use your skills and passion to empower individuals facing legal challenges by providing crucial support and guidance.

Your pro bono work will directly contribute to a more just Los Angeles.

What Your Volunteer Experience Could Look Like

  • Provide direct legal assistance to those in need.
  • Participate in impactful legal clinics and workshops.
  • Mentor aspiring legal professionals.
  • Contribute to vital advocacy efforts.
  • Support essential administrative functions of our programs.

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Community Partners

  • ALSTON & BIRD logo in white text on a black background
  • Logo of Arnold & Porter law firm in blue and white
  • Color palette with green, yellow, red, blue, and orange squares.
  • Seal of the State Bar of California featuring a bear, scales of justice, and an open book, with the date July 29, 1927.
  • Seal of the City of Los Angeles featuring the text 'City of Los Angeles' and 'Founded 1781' with various symbols in the center.
  • Clyde & Co logo in blue text on a white background.
  • NBC logo with colorful peacock above the words 'Comcast NBCUniversal' on a white background.
  • Seal of Los Angeles County, featuring symbols representing the region's history and geography, including a ship, fish, cow, and a central figure with a halo, all encased in a circular border with text.
  • Logo for Davis Wright Tremaine LLP featuring a stylized monogram with black, white, gray, and red elements and the company name underneath.
  • Text reading 'The DLA Piper Foundation' in orange gradient font.
  • Logo with a large white circle and bold blue text reading 'DLA PIPER' inside a blue square with rounded edges.
  • First Legal logo with the letters 'FL' inside a blue square and the words 'First Legal' in gray text.
  • A group of five children playing together outside on a sunny day, with trees and a fence in the background.
  • Logo with the letters 'HF' in navy blue and gold.
  • Logo of the Los Angeles County Bar Association with a yellow hexagon border and the text 'LACBA Los Angeles County Bar Association Est. 1878' inside.
  • Latham & Watkins LLP logo in red text
  • Logo with the text 'Norton Rose Fulbright' in red and a small gray and beige arrowhead pointing upward to the left.
  • Logo of Orrick featuring a stylized green circle above the company name on a dark background.
  • The image features the Proskauer logo, consisting of the company name 'Proskauer' in gray text, with a stylized arrow composed of three lines in gray, white, and blue, pointing to the right.
  • Reed Smith logo with the tagline 'Driving progress through partnership' in red and black text.
  • The image shows a grid with the words 'SLE' and 'HNM'. 'SLE' is in red blocks at the top, and 'HNM' is in gray blocks at the bottom.
  • Logo with large blue 'S' and larger gray 'M' with smaller text 'Sheppard Mullan' underneath.
  • The logo features the text 'Steptoe' on the left and the logo with a handshake inside a diamond shape with the word 'BUILD' on the right, followed by 'SERVES PRO BONO'.
  • Swivel Legal Solutions logo with a planet and rings above the company name.
  • Red and yellow Wells Fargo bank sign with white lettering.