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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 25, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in California, we recommend that you visit the Secretary of State's website or the California COVID-19 portal.

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Description of Program and Relief

LA Represents (Legal Assistance)

On May 5, 2020, Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer announced that they have assembled a coalition of law firms, bar associations and attorneys who will enhance their existing pro bono commitments to legal aid organizations to provide COVID-19-related legal services, including helping vulnerable tenants, domestic violence victims and low income individuals with employment, consumer debt, and bankruptcy matters. The result is a one-stop shop website containing links to dozens of legal resources.

Additionally, the city has partnered with Bet Tzedek Legal Services to build a new support system for small businesses devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many pro bono attorneys from LA Represents will provide assistance to small businesses least likely to have access to effective legal services as they confront new workplace regulations, renegotiate commercial leases, apply for government relief programs, and navigate compliance with emergency health and safety orders.

Government or Lead Agency

City of Los Angeles, Office of the Mayor, City Attorney (in partnership with various law firms and legal services organizations)

Dates Available

Currently available

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

None listed.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

Contact one of the many organizations offering services on the LA Represents website.

Contact the Los Angeles Mayor’s Office at (213) 978-1028 or mayor.helpdesk@lacity.org.

List of Additional Information

LA Represents website

LA COVID-19 updates


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