Our law library serves all residents and litigants in

Contra Costa County. Have you visited our updated and extensive collection?

If not, please do. We welcome you!

Holiday Closures

Tuesday March 31, 2026: César Chavez Day

Public Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Phone: (925) 655 - 4600

Reference email: reference@LL.cccounty.us

Please note that our library staff does not provide legal advice.

For legal advice, contact the Contra Costa County Bar Association's

Lawyer Referral & Information Service (LRIS).

Book Sale!

As we receive 2026 titles, many of our 2023 - 2025 collection items are now for sale. Inquires and purchases may be made in person only.

The Contra Costa County Superior Court is in the process of developing a strategic plan including a review of their mission, vision, and strategic priorities. To do so effectively, the Strategic Planning Committee requests input from current court users and jurors, and the public.

The survey is available until March 20, 2026.

2026 Court Accounting Workshops

The next Court Accounting Workshop date is Thursday April 23, 2026.

Please register before April 21 by sending an email to programs@LL.cccounty.us

Centro Legal De La Raza Legal Clinic

Centro Legal's Tenants' Rights team offers a monthly legal clinic for Contra Costa County Residents. March dates are listed below.

Monday March 16, 2026 at the Pittsburg Courthouse on 1000 Center Dr. in Pittsburg

For more information contact Centro Legal

Phone: (510) 437 - 1554

Email: cctr@centrolegal.org subject line "Courthouse Clinics"

Senior Legal Service's Elder Abuse Restraining Order Clinics

Contra Costa County Senior Legal Services offers a weekly legal clinic for Contra Costa County Residents age 60+ seeking support with elder abuse restraining orders.

This clinic is offered every Tuesday at the Contra Costa County Building on 1026 Escobar Street in Martinez (in conference room 238 next to the public law library)

Weekly clinic

First come, first serve

No new walk-ins after 11:00 a.m.

For more information contact Contra Costa Senior Legal Services

Phone: (925) 609 - 7900

Public Library Event: Tax Preparation & Veteran's Services

The Contra Costa Public Library is hosting the following events. Please see their website for more information, available at the links below.

AARP Tax Prep | March 13, 14, 16, 17, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28, 30, & 31 [Locations vary]

Description: "IRS-certified AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will provide free federal and state tax preparation for low to moderate income residents. This service is offered to people of all ages, with special attention to those aged 50 and older. You do not have to be an AARP member to receive assistance. One appointment per tax return can be scheduled, and married couples must come together." More information & registration here and by clicking on the dates above.

Veterans' In Person Services | March 16, 23, 31 [Brentwood]

Description: "Veterans Service Representatives (VSR's) are thoroughly trained and accredited by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to represent you. Contra Costa County VSR's are not employees of the federal government, they are county employees ready to assist you with any Veterans claim. They will assist you in securing the maximum benefits. Your representative will work closely with service officers from a Veterans organization of your choice. Appointments are required." More information & registration here and by clicking on the dates above.

Images provided by the Contra Costa County Public Library

Community Partner Pop-Ups: Stand Together Contra Costa County

March 25 [Pittsburg]

Description: "Community Partner Pop-Ups are casual tabling events at the Pittsburg Library where local organizations stop by to share information, answer questions, and connect with the community in a relaxed, welcoming space. Stop by and connect with the Stand Together Contra Costa team! 

Stand Together Contra Costa offers free legal immigration consultations to community members who currently work, live, or study in the County of Contra Costa. What Stand Together Contra Costa specializes in is free legal representation in immigration proceedings, such as representation in seeking bail or release, and in deportation defense.

No appointment needed." More information here.

Image provided from Stand Up Contra Costa County's Facebook page.

Seeking a clinic or workshop flyer shared in this newsletter for your own library, community center, or office? Contact us via email for a copy: programs@LL.cccounty.org