Federal Court
Overview
ABOUT THE CLINIC
Are you thinking about filing a case in federal court? Are you already representing yourself as a plaintiff or defendant in the United States District Court for the Central District of California and need legal advice? Public Counsel’s Federal Pro Se Clinic can provide free legal assistance to people representing themselves in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.
- The Clinic can:
- Provide guidance about how to prepare federal court documents.
- Provide legal advice on civil procedure in the Central District of California.
- Supply forms and guides to help you navigate litigating or defending a case in federal court.
- The Clinic cannot:
- Assist with criminal, bankruptcy, habeas, appeals, or any state cases.
- Provide representation in court.
- Find an attorney to represent you.
To request our services and make an appointment:
To request assistance through the Federal Pro Se Clinic, click the button below for our online intake, or call our message and info line and leave a detailed message: (213) 385-2977 ext. 270
Clinic Walk-In Hours:
The Clinic has walk-in hours on Wednesdays: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
The Clinic is located on the terrace level of the Roybal Courthouse and Federal Building at 255 East Temple St., Suite 170, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
Virtual Walk-In Hours:
The Clinic is offering a limited virtual walk-in hours on the following dates:
- Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
- Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
- Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 1:00pm – 2:30pm
- Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Walk-ins will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Please note that the Clinic has limited availability and that all walk-ins will be limited to 10-15 minutes each.
All walk-ins will be required to complete an online intake application prior to their appointment. Please complete the intake by clicking on the blue “Apply for Services” button before joining the Zoom meeting using the link below.
Click here to join Virtual Walk-In Hours Zoom Meeting––> You can also consult our forms and guides (here) for answers to some common legal questions.
