California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) is a nonprofit law firm founded in 1966, dedicated to providing free civil legal services to low-income residents of California's rural counties. With a mission to dismantle unjust systems through community lawyering, CRLA serves a diverse clientele, including farmworkers, disabled individuals, immigrants, school children, seniors, and those with limited English proficiency. The organization operates 18 offices across California, ensuring accessible legal assistance for rural communities. CRLA's impact is significant, having assisted over 54,000 low-income individuals in 2020 alone, closing 6,303 cases for individuals, families, and community groups, and serving 1,788 disabled individuals and 1,285 seniors. Their areas of expertise encompass employment and labor, housing, education, rural health, and leadership development, all aimed at improving the quality of life for their clients. For more information or to seek assistance, visit their official website or contact their Modesto office directly.