How We Work

Public Counsel provides free direct legal services and support or matches clients with pro bono advocates, ensuring they have a partner standing with them, their families, and our communities as they pursue justice.

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Policy Advocacy

Public Counsel addresses the root causes of inequities in our society by advocating for inclusive policy solutions in collaboration with grassroots coalitions and the communities most impacted by systemic oppression.

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Impact Litigation

Public Counsel files strategic impact litigation so entire communities get the justice they deserve. By setting legal precedents and challenging unjust laws, our cases spark large-scale change in our society.

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Pro Bono Partnerships

Since its inception, Public Counsel has relied on pro bono attorneys, law students, paralegals, and other legal professionals to partner with us in supporting clients, taking on high-impact cases, and strengthening our advocacy efforts.

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Social Work Integration

Public Counsel values an interdisciplinary approach to law and social work that strengthens trauma-informed legal advocacy and advances effective outcomes across its work.

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05/12/26

Have I Been Properly Served?

Service means that you have officially been given notice of the summons and complaint in a lawsuit against you.

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05/12/26

¿Me Han Notificado Correctamente?

La notificación suele realizarse de dos maneras: notificación personal o notificación sustitutiva.

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05/12/26

¿Necesito Presentar Una Respuesta A Una Demanda?

He Recibido Notificación De Una Demanda Contra Mí, ¿Y Ahora Qué?

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Direct Services

Public Counsel provides free direct legal services and support or matches clients with pro bono advocates, ensuring they have a partner standing with them, their families, and our communities as they pursue justice.

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Policy Advocacy

Public Counsel addresses the root causes of inequities in our society by advocating for inclusive policy solutions in collaboration with grassroots coalitions and the communities most impacted by systemic oppression.

Learn More

Impact Litigation

Public Counsel files strategic impact litigation so entire communities get the justice they deserve. By setting legal precedents and challenging unjust laws, our cases spark large-scale change in our society.

Learn More

Pro Bono Partnerships

Since its inception, Public Counsel has relied on pro bono attorneys, law students, paralegals, and other legal professionals to partner with us in supporting clients, taking on high-impact cases, and strengthening our advocacy efforts.

Learn More

Social Work Integration

Public Counsel values an interdisciplinary approach to law and social work that strengthens trauma-informed legal advocacy and advances effective outcomes across its work.

Learn More

Popular Resources

See All

Guide

05/12/26

Have I Been Properly Served?

Service means that you have officially been given notice of the summons and complaint in a lawsuit against you.

Learn More

Guide

05/12/26

¿Me Han Notificado Correctamente?

La notificación suele realizarse de dos maneras: notificación personal o notificación sustitutiva.

Learn More

Guide

05/12/26

¿Necesito Presentar Una Respuesta A Una Demanda?

He Recibido Notificación De Una Demanda Contra Mí, ¿Y Ahora Qué?

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Foster CareLitigation

05/20/26

Ninth Circuit Clears Path for Foster Youth Civil Rights Case to Move Forward

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Public Counsel’s team of experts, including attorneys, social workers, and advocates, specializes in seven legal practice areas. Through legal services, impact litigation, policy advocacy, education, and outreach, we strive to create an equitable society where all people thrive, with systems and laws delivering the promise of justice to all.

To schedule an interview with a Public Counsel expert, email:
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Ninth Circuit Clears Path for Foster Youth Civil Rights Case to Move Forward

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Celebrating Tonality’s Grammy Win: A Testament to the Power of the Arts and Pro Bono

Public Counsel Honors the Magnificent Work and Legacy of Jenny Weisz

Public Counsel Receives Monumental $3 Million Gift from MacKenzie Scott

Powers v. McDonough: United States District Court Allows Veterans’ Claims for Housing to Go Forward

A Landmark Literacy Update: New Study Shows Reading Programs’ Success

Public Counsel Honors 2023 Pro Bono Award Recipients for Their Remarkable Service and Dedication

Kristen Jackson Selected as Public Counsel’s New Interim President and CEO

Public Counsel Celebrates Our 24th Annual National Adoption Day

Celebrating Tara Ford: Recognized as a Top Plaintiff Lawyer by the Daily Journal!