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Useful Materials

Request and Proposed Order for Notice of Lis Pendens
Banking and Payment Systems
Using credit vs. debit cards, cashing checks and opening bank accounts, and shopping for money wire transfers.
Bankruptcy
Find out answers to frequently asked questions about bankruptcy, how to use credit wisely after bankruptcy, and your legal rights during and after bankruptcy, in these publications from the National Consumer Law Center and Nolo Press.
Benefits
Information on food, housing, and medical assistance, as well as other types of benefits and programs to help those in need.
California Department of Consumer Affairs Links
The California Department of Consumer Affairs helps consumers learn how to protect themselves from unscrupulous and unqualified individuals.
Cell Phones and Phone Bills
How to buy a cell phone, dealing with cell phone problems, and what to do about mysterious charges on your phone bill.
Claim of Exemption from Wage Garnishment
Is someone taking part of your paycheck? You may be able to stop this with a claim of exemption. Find out more in this flyer created by Staff Attorney Brian Bilford of Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County.
Credit Cards
What to think about before taking out a new card, advice on the new credit card protections, and how to legally settle your credit card debt.
Credit Counseling, Credit Reports, Credit Scores, and Credit Repair
Find out the truth about credit counseling, credit reports, credit scores, and credit repair.
Debt Collection
Find out how to get real help with debt problems, and dealing with debt collection harassment.
Disputes with Attorneys
The Los Angeles County Bar Association and California State Bar each offer methods for dealing a dispute you might have with an attorney you have hired.
Fraud
Learn how you can protect yourself and report fraud by using these resources from the Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force.
Homeowners
Learn how to save your home from foreclosure, avoid high-cost home loans, and other resources for homeowners.
Identity Theft
Identity theft happens when someone steals your personal information and uses it without your permission. It's a serious crime that can wreak havoc with your finances, credit history, and reputation -- and can take time, money, and patience to resolve.
IRS Information
Useful information from the IRS, including offers in compromise, the collection process, and taxes and bankruptcy.
Immigrants
Learn how to avoid dishonest immigration consultants, and about other consumer-related issues for immigrants
Older Consumers
Find out more about issues pertaining to older Americans, including bankruptcy, identity thefty, credit cards and reverse mortgages in these publications from the National Consumer Law Center.
Payday Loans
Payday loans are short-term cash loans based on personal checks held for future deposit or on electronic access to the borrower's bank account.
Renters & Eviction Issues
Help for renters who are about to be evicted, and tenants who are renting properties that have fallen into foreclosure.
Self-Help Legal Access Centers
Located throughout L.A. County, Self-Help Legal Access Centers provide information about court procedures, distribute required court forms, provide trained legal professionals to review court forms after they have been filled out, host workshops, and provide one-on-one assistance.
Student Loans
Find out more about dealing with student loan debt, bankruptcy and student loans, debt forgiveness, deferment, forbearance, and repayment options.
Useful Websites
These links provide information on legal resources, general consumer information, legal services, resource centers, car information, helpful financial tools, retailer and trade associations, and government websites.
e-Newsletters for Nonprofit Organizations and Small Businesses
CDP's e-Newsletters include timely legal alerts and announcements of upcoming seminars.
Form 990 Policy Series
The IRS Form 990 now asks several questions about nonprofit governance policies and procedures. This series of memoranda was designed to help legal counsel to advise clients on drafting and adopting such policies. Each memorandum includes a form policy with a discussion of why various provisions might be used by a particular organization, as well as rationales for adoption of the policies, including references to applicable statutes and regulations. The series was created by the Form 990 Policy Series Group, a group of California lawyers who practice nonprofit law, including Public Counsel's General Counsel.
FAQs About CDP's Assistance to Nonprofits
The five most frequently asked questions regarding the Community Development Project's Assistance for Nonprofits.
Resources for Tax-Exempt California Nonprofit Corporations
Public Counsel's Community Development Project (CDP) provides a wide range of transactional legal services to qualifying nonprofit organizations. We assist start-up nonprofits that share our mission by helping to incorporate, obtain tax exemption, and establish workable corporate structures and policies. This collection of resources for nonprofit organizations and pro bono attorneys includes information on forming a nonprofit as well as information, forms and policies that are useful to existing nonprofits.
Child Care Operator Resource Guide
This Guide provides links to helpful information for child care center operators (individuals looking to expand, renovate, or acquire a child care center).
Why Your Nonprofit Might Need Legal Assistance
Why You and Your Small Business Might Need Legal Assistance
Southern California Housing Element Resources
Resources for Small Businesses
Free or low-cost individualized consulting, training, and loan programs for small businesses.
FAQ About the Children's Rights Project
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Children's Rights Project.
Appellate Self Help Clinic Flyer
Proskauer Federal Pro Se Clinic Flyer
Homeless Court Program Application
This document contains eligibility information and an application form for the Homeless Court program.
Selected Court Filings and Orders from the Court
Preparing a Federal Case
How to Write a Complaint in Federal District Court
Form Complaint for Civil Rights Violations (non-prisoner)
CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps)
You may qualify to receive CalFresh benefits, which can help stretch a tight food budget to keep you and your family well-fed and healthy.
Surviving the Economic Crisis - Useful Information and Resources for Small Businesses
Is your small business struggling due to the economic downturn? This document contains information sheets prepared by attorneys addressing legal issues you may be facing now, such as loan or lease modifications, employment laws, and referrals to other sources of financial and consulting assistance for small businesses.
Surviving the Economic Crisis - Information and Resources for Nonprofits
Do you represent a nonprofit organization that is facing diminished resources? Is the nonprofit considering changes to its operations to preserve its financial strength? This resource contains information sheets addressing timely legal issues ranging from loan and lease modifications to employment law, and helpful resources on how non-profits can adapt to and operate in this tough economic environment.
Surviving the Economic Challenge - Useful Materials for Individuals and Families
Have you or someone in your family lost your home or job? Are you or your family struggling to stay in your home and meet your financial obligations due to the economic downturn? This document contains helpful information about legal issues that you may be facing, and referrals to social service agencies that can assist with your specific needs.
California Immunization Registry
The California Immunization Registry is a free and secure internet-based computer system used by thousands of doctors that stores children's immunization records. To learn more about how you can use this free and very useful tool, click on the above title.
Special Immigrant Juvenile Adjudications: An Opportunity for Adoption of Best Practices
This report by the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman, published in April 2011, issues recommendations regarding adjudications for those who seek Special Immigrant Juvenile Status.
Military Children's Resources
A Web Guide of Toolkits/Resources Supporting the Socio-Emotional Needs of Military Connected Children and their Families
Housing Resources
Homeless Veteran Programs in Los Angeles Continuum of Care.
Filipino Veterans
Table of VA Benefits for Filipino Veterans- See also C.F.R. 38 Sections 17.39, 3.41 & 3.42 (2010)
Filipino Veterans
Benefits for Survivors of Filipino Veterans
Final Rule--Gulf War Presumptive Gastrointestinal Disorders
Presumptive Service Connection for Diseases Associated With Service in the Southwest Asia Theater ofOperations During the Persian Gulf War: Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders.
JUST Fashion Invitation
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FORM: Complaint
Guide - How to Oppose a Motion PLUS Forms
GUIDE - How to Move to Set Aside Entry of Default PLUS Forms
Guide - Entering Default Against Defendants PLUS Forms
Guide - What Do I Do If I Have Been Sued? PLUS Forms
Can I Appeal the Decision in My State Case to the Federal District Court?
Can I sue a judge?
Memorandum of Points and Authorities in Support of Motion for Leave to Amend Complaint
Preparing a Federal Case
How to File a Motion PLUS Forms
How to Write a Complaint
Form Request for Extension
Form - Memorandum of Points and Authorities
Form - MS Word Pleading Paper Caption Page
FORM Pleading Paper Caption Page for MSWord
Just Fashion Sponsor Form
JUST Fashion Post-Event Reception
FORM - MS Word Pleading Paper
FORM - MS Word Blank Pleading Paper
9th Annual "Run for Justice"
DD Sponsorship Info
DD 2012 Invite Cover
DD Invitation
2012 Douglas Invitation
Hotel Figueroa
JUST Fashion 2012 Invitation
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JUST Fashion Sponsor Form 2012
Earl Hagen 2012 Logo
Earl Hagen 2012 Brochure
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Douglas Dinner Logo
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Douglas Dinner 2013 Sponsor Form
Douglas Dinner 2013 Save the Date
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USC Research Team Seeks Friends and Family of Military Service Members and Veterans
USC Research Team Seeks Friends and Family of Military Service Members and Veterans