Free legal services for workers in California

    We partner with people to help them understand and assert their workplace rights, and we advocate for employment laws and systems that empower low-paid workers and marginalized communities.

Guided Help

Don’t know where to start? Start here.

Self-Help Library

Browse factsheets, sample letters, guides, and more.

Talk to Someone

Find free helplines and clinics.

Our Programs

Learn about the kinds of issues we address and what communities we serve.

Central Valley Workers’ Rights Project
Community Legal Services
Disability Rights
Fair Play for Girls in Sports
Gender Equity and LGBTQ Rights
National Origin and Immigrants’ Rights
Project SURVIVE
Racial Economic Justice
Unemployment Insurance
Wage Protection
Work & Family

About Legal Aid at Work

Legal Aid at Work is a nonprofit legal services organization that has been assisting working families with low-incomes for more than 100 years.

Litigation

We bring class and individual actions, limited representation, and impact litigation.

Policy Advocacy

We draft and promote laws, regulations, and policies to strengthen civil and workplace rights.

Direct Services

We provide individualized legal advice and help, by phone and in person.

Education

We offer know-your-rights training, 100-plus fact sheets, other online resources.

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