Family Law Resources in Los Angeles, Ventura, and Beyond
Facing a divorce, paternity, or other family law matter in California can be financially challenging. We’ve compiled this list of free and low-cost family law resources to empower you during this difficult time.
The resources provided on this page are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. For specific guidance on your family law matter, please consult with a qualified attorney. The information presented, including any case examples, is not a guarantee or prediction of the outcome of your legal situation. Additionally, this list of resources may not include all that is available in your area. The Reape-Rickett Law Firm is not affiliated with any of the organizations listed below.
Useful Family Law Information Resources
California Court Family Law Self-Help Guides
State and county self-help guides provide clear and user-friendly explanations of legal processes and court systems. They often include links to essential documents and step-by-step instructions for filing them, making them a valuable resource for anyone navigating legal matters.
California Courts Self-Help Guide
By Topic:
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Domestic Violence
- Parentage (also known as Paternity)
Los Angeles County Courts Self-Help Guide
Ventura County Courts Self-Help Guide
California Family Law Courts
These court websites offer several services that can be accessed online or in-person. In addition to the aforementioned Self-Help Services, individuals can access case information for specific matter types, review and complete court forms, and more from the court resources below:
Lawyer Referral Services (LRS)
Legal referral services can connect you with low-cost or free legal options in your area. Even if you don’t qualify for no-cost assistance, they can provide resources to help you find budget-friendly legal representation.
These services often maintain directories of lawyers offering reduced-rate consultations. Additionally, some lawyers offer “limited-scope representation,” where they handle specific aspects of your case while you manage the remaining tasks.
California Bar Lawyer Referral Services (LRS)
San Fernando Valley Bar Association Attorney Referral Service
- Phone: (818) 340-4529
Los Angeles County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Services (LRS)
- Phone: (866) 762-7852
Ventura County Bar Association
Phone: (805) 650-7599
Domestic Violence
IMPORTANT: If you are in immediate danger call “911”
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. Contacts to The Hotline can expect highly-trained, expert advocates to offer free, confidential, and compassionate support, crisis intervention information, education, and referral services in over 200 languages.
Hotline: (800) 799-SAFE (7233)
(24 hours/7 days a week)
National Deaf Domestic Hotline
The Deaf Hotline is a 24/7 hotline that is ASL accessible for people experiencing abuse. With the Deaf Hotline, you can consult with a culturally adept and trained advocate in ASL. Whether you’re in need of safety planning, crisis intervention, emotional support or have some questions, we are here for you
Hotline: (855) 812-1001
(24 hours/7 days a week)
211 – Los Angeles and Ventura County
Resource for health, human, and social services for Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
Number: 211 (24 hours/7 days a week)
Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Services – Department of Public Social Services
The following are services to help you end the abuse in your life and the lives of your family:
- Individual group counseling;
- Financial planning;
- Safety planning;
- Temporary confidential emergency shelter, food, and clothing;
- Help with protective orders;
- Legal help;
- Referrals to health care;
- Immigration help;
- Household establishment skills education;
- Independent living skills; and/or Parenting education
- Shelters & provider resources
Hotline: (800) 978-3600
(24 hours/7 days a week)
Shelters & Provider Resources
Haven Hills Domestic Violence Shelter
Since 1977 Haven Hills has lifted up survivors of domestic violence to transform their lives. We offer shelter, crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy, and activities supporting increased economic opportunity for over 2,500 women and men each year. In doing so, we help survivors of domestic violence find the strength within themselves to break the cycle of abuse and build a new, productive, and joyful life for themselves and their children.
Hotline: 818-887-6589
(24 hours/7 days a week)
Child and Family Center Domestic Violence Services – Los Angeles County
Child & Family Center’s Domestic Violence Program provides safety, shelter, and support to survivors of domestic violence while working to break the cycle of abuse and creating healthy relationships. The program is designed to enable an individual to achieve physical and emotional safety and heal relationships. Services are based on a client-centered trauma informed approach to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of all client services.
Hotline: (661) 259-HELP (24 hours/7 days a week)
Coalition for Family Harmony – Ventura County
To provide direct services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault; to educate the community regarding violence against women, children, and men; to prevent the cycle of violence.
Hotline: (800) 300-2181
(24 hours/7 days a week)
Offer Bilingual hotline services in English and Spanish
California Partnership to End Domestic Violence Services Map
This map is a useful tool for finding domestic violence organizations in your community. Listings contain hotline numbers and websites (where available). If you or a loved one are experiencing domestic violence and need assistance, you may use this map to find your local hotline.
Free & Low-Cost Family Law Services
Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law – Los Angeles
HBCFL protects victims of domestic violence and improve the well-being of children living in poverty. With the help of volunteers, the Center provides free family law assistance and legal education to low-income Angelenos.
New Client Line: (213) 388-7515
(Mon – Thurs, 10:30am -12:30pm) Location
LevittQuinn Family Law Center – Los Angeles
Levitt & Quinn provide free and low-cost sliding scale legal services, including legal education about rights and responsibilities, advice and counsel, document preparation and filings, and representation in court.
New Client Application Process
Phone: (213) 482-1800
(Mon-Fri, 8:30am – 5:30pm) Location
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angels (LAFLA) – Greater Los Angeles
- Levitt & Quinn provide free and low-cost sliding scale legal services, including legal education about rights and responsibilities, advice and counsel, document preparation and filings, and representation in court.
Phone: (800) 399-4529
(Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm)
(24 hours/7 days a week) Location
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) – Greater Los Angeles
NLSLA provides free legal assistance to individuals and families throughout Los Angeles County every year. Their advocates specialize in areas of the law that disproportionately impact people living in poverty.
Phone: (800) 433-6251
(Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm)
NLSA’s Family Law Facilitator & Self-Help Centers Brochure | Location
Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California – Los Angeles and Orange County
AJSOCAL is the nation’s largest legal and civil rights organization for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. They advocate for civil rights, provide legal services and education, and build coalitions to create a more equitable and harmonious society.
Hotline (English): (888) 349-9695 (Monday – Friday, 10am – 3pm)
Office Phone: (213) 977-7500
Community Legal Aid SoCal – Southeast Los Angeles and Orange County
Community Legal Aid SoCal is dedicated to meeting the legal needs of low-income people throughout Orange and Southeast Los Angeles Counties. With an emphasis on innovation, language access, and a holistic approach to client care, we support clients with the following services:
- Evaluation, Advice, and Counsel
- Clinics, Workshops, and Self-Help Centers
- Direct Representation
- Impact Litigation
Phone: (800) 834-5001 or
(714) 571-5200 (Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm) Location
Public Law Center – Orange County
The Public Law Center is a pro-bono law firm that provides access to justice for low-income residents of Orange County. We serve a wide range of clients, including immigrants, minorities, veterans, seniors, children, and low-income residents of Orange County. The issues range from domestic violence, human trafficking, guardianship, housing, health, bankruptcy, asylum, family law, consumer fraud, immigration, discrimination, and advocacy. Our services range from training seminars to individual legal advice to full representation.
Phone: (714) 541-1010
(Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm) Location
Inland Empire Latino Lawyers Association, Inc.
Providing free legal services to low-income people in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, regardless of immigration status. Inland Empire Latino Lawyers Association (IELLA) provides free legal assistance on civil (non-criminal) matters to hundreds of residents in the city of Riverside and 95 surrounding cities and towns in the Inland Counties, regardless of immigration status. Families and individuals living in poverty, elders, and people with disabilities look to IELLA for help to secure the most basic necessities of life. Practice areas include: family law, domestic violence, and expungements.
Phone: (951) 369-3009 (Monday – Thursday, 8am – 4:30pm) Location
Family Law Facilitator Offices Directory
The Office of the Family Law Facilitator assists self-represented parties with child support, spousal support and health insurance issues. The staff consists of attorneys and paralegals who provide education and information to assist parties to complete paperwork required for their court cases. The staff does not give legal advice or represent a party in a case or at a court hearing.
