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August 13, 2025

Hi,

As we move through August and the summer season begins to wind down, it’s a time to think about the larger picture and the ongoing challenges that many individuals face. With the current landscape of shifting legal issues, taking on a pro bono case can make a meaningful impact in someone’s life during this time of uncertainty and need.

This month’s case list includes a variety of important cases, ranging from divorce and domestic violence matters to cases involving housing insecurity, elder financial protection, and nonprofit advocacy. By taking on a pro bono case, you not only help provide critical legal assistance to those who might otherwise be left without a voice, but you also contribute to the broader effort of ensuring justice and fairness for those facing legal challenges in need of support.

In times of uncertainty, your commitment to pro bono work sends a powerful message about the role we all play in shaping a more just and compassionate society. Thank you for making a difference.

Sincerely,

Angela Mestre

Pro Bono Coordinator

APPEALS

Fight for Housing Justice: Represent Displaced Residents on Appeal – PLC 23-0077406

A vibrant low-income neighborhood is being dismantled—homes acquired, buildings demolished, and residents displaced. Clients, a group of current and former residents, along with a dedicated community-based nonprofit, fought back by seeking a writ of mandate to compel the municipality and related defendants to fulfill their legal obligations under the Community Redevelopment Law (Health & Safety Code § 33000 et seq.) and California Relocation Assistance Act (Gov. Code § 7260 et seq., 25 C.C.R. § 6000 et seq.) to, among other things, replace housing units removed from the market and provide replacement housing and relocation assistance to impacted residents. Despite their efforts, the trial court sustained a demurrer to the petition for writ of mandate without leave to amend. Now, Clients seek an experienced pro bono appellate attorney in connection with the appeal from the judgment. PLC, along with another organization, would co-counsel on the case.

Email Supervising Attorney Marc Callahan

FAMILY LAW

Divorce/Domestic Violence – PLC 25-0101080

Client is currently navigating divorce proceedings after a long-term marriage of 20+ years. The opposing party, who is an attorney, has restricted her access to their 15-year-old child. Client is seeking legal guidance on divorce, particularly in documenting and presenting a history of domestic violence. She is a victim of revenge porn, emotional and financial abuse. Client is in need of support and resources to ensure her safety and to protect her legal rights during this process.

Email Co-Supervising Attorney Joanna Wong

FINANCIAL/INCOME PROTECTION

Solar Panel Fraud & Litigation Options – PLC 24-0086553

Clients, both over 65 years old, entered into a contract with a solar company to install a solar panel system on their residence for $27,840, payable upon completion. Although the panels were installed, they were never connected or made operational. Later, Clients discovered a fraudulent contract for the same installation with Energy Corp, totaling $42,919.68, plus financing, bringing the cost to $113,731.11. Clients never signed any agreement with Energy Corp. Clients contacted Energy Corp. about the fraudulent signature, and they agreed to cancel the contract and remove the panels. However, a third company filed a mechanics' lien lawsuit claiming it had supplied the panels. Due to concerns over this lien, Clients did not allow Energy Corp. to take possession of the panels.

The mechanics' lien lawsuit is still pending, with discovery completed and trial set for 2026. Energy Corp., now in Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Texas, has proposed (and the court approved) a sale of all assets free and clear of all liens, claims, and encumbrances. PLC filed a proof of claim in that bankruptcy, asserting Client’s claims against Energy Corp for the fraudulent contract, including, but not limited to claims of fraud, elder financial abuse, violations of California’s Home Solicitation Sales Act, California’s Unfair Competition Law, and the federal E-Sign Act. However, the only way to sue Energy Corp. now is within the bankruptcy case via an adversary proceeding or by filing a motion for relief from the stay to pursue litigation outside of the bankruptcy case. To resolve the matter, clients are willing to pay $27,840 (original contract price) once the panels are functioning, and both the mechanics’ lien and Energy Corp. claims are released against Clients, their home, and the solar panels. Clients are seeking representation for this exciting case at the intersection of consumer rights, fraud, and the solar panel industry.

Email Directing Attorney Suzanne Iazetta

Elder Financial Protection – Solar Panel Loan Dispute – PLC 24-0088454

Client is an older adult, a monolingual Spanish speaker, living on a fixed income. In late 2022, a door-to-door salesperson sold him solar panels for his home, under the impression that the cost would be covered by a government program. However, Client has since discovered that he has been saddled with a loan exceeding $50,000, which he is unable to afford. He is seeking assistance to cancel the loan and have the panels removed from his home. Assist an older adult in resolving a predatory solar panel loan and reclaiming his home. This case can be handled independently or in conjunction with case PLC 24-0088454-B, as detailed below.

Email Directing Attorney Suzanne Iazetta

Protecting Elder’s Claims in Solar Panel Loan & Bankruptcy – PLC 24-0088454-B

Client is an older, monolingual Spanish speaker that is on a fixed income. In late 2022, a door-to-door salesperson sold him solar panels, under the impression that a government program would cover the cost. However, Client was saddled with an unaffordable loan of over $50,000. The vendor who sold the solar panels has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the Southern District of Texas, proposing a sale of all assets free and clear of all liens, claims, and encumbrances. There is still time to object to the proposed sale and potentially secure a 363(o) carve-out and ensure any third-party releases do not apply to this claim. Clients want to preserve their claims and ensure that they are not wiped out in the bankruptcy proceedings. However, the only way to pursue a lawsuit against the vendor is to file an adversary proceeding within the bankruptcy case or file a motion for relief from stay and win to sue outside the bankruptcy court. Client seeks legal guidance to protect his interests and prevent the loss of his claims. This case can be handled independently or in conjunction with case PLC 24-0088454, as detailed above.

Email Directing Attorney Suzanne Iazetta

Help a Veteran Preserve the Rights to his Home – PLC 25-0111685

Client, a 79-year-old Vietnam Veteran with disabilities, seeks legal assistance to address a mortgage obtained through misrepresentation by a former roommate. The mortgage is an interest-only mortgage, which Client did not knowingly agree to. Former Roommate also persuaded Client to transfer title of Client’s home from Client as sole owner, to Client and Former Roommate as joint tenants with rights of survivorship. Client is seeking a pro bono attorney to assist in reviewing the mortgage terms, challenge the transaction, and pursue a quiet title action against Former Roommate to regain full ownership of his home. Client has already obtained an Elder Abuse Restraining Order against Former Roommate. This is a meaningful opportunity to assist a veteran in preserving his housing and financial stability.

Email Staff Attorney Monica Bedia

Assist a Senior Entrepreneur Seeking Justice: Contract/Small Business/Elder Abuse

– PLC 24-0091286

Client, a 70-year-old bilingual English and Vietnamese speaker, is seeking legal assistance in a financial business dispute. He personally loaned money to Adverse Party, which has yet to be repaid. Additionally, Client entered into a purchase agreement for 50% ownership of Adverse Party’s company, but the promised share was never delivered. This case involves both personal financial matters and business transactions made through his LLC. Your support can help Client recover what he is owed and ensure fair business practices.

Email Staff Attorney Morgan Padgett

IMMIGRATION

VAWA/Adjustment of Status Petition – PLC 25-0110826

Client is a 25-year-old woman from Mexico seeking assistance with her VAWA and Adjustment of Status Petition. She endured significant emotional and physical abuse by her former U.S. citizen spouse throughout their marriage. Client has successfully secured a temporary restraining order and is awaiting a hearing for a permanent restraining order. Criminal charges have been filed against her ex-spouse, and divorce proceedings are pending. This case presents an opportunity to assist a survivor of domestic violence as she navigates the immigration process and works toward building a new future. Client is fluent in English and is the sole applicant in her case.

Email Directing Attorney Leasly Salazar

VAWA Petition – PLC 25-0104637

Client is a 53-year-old woman from Mexico seeking a pro bono attorney to file a VAWA petition. Client experienced emotional, mental, and physical abuse throughout her marriage at the hands of her lawful permanent resident spouse. Now recently divorced, she is seeking to ensure a stable future for herself and her child, who is autistic and depends on her for care. Your assistance will provide Client with the opportunity for a more stable life for herself and her child. Client is a monolingual Spanish speaker (interpretation can be provided as needed) and the sole applicant in her case.

Email Directing Attorney Leasly Salazar

Help a Domestic Violence Survivor Take the Next Step Toward Protection: U-Visa

– PLC 24-0084946*

Client is a 36-year-old single mother and DACA recipient seeking immigration relief after enduring years of verbal and emotional abuse by her former partner—the father of her young U.S. citizen child. She has separated from the relationship and is now pursuing a U-Visa to help ensure a more secure future for herself and her child. By taking on this case, you can help a mother formalize the path for her and her child’s future. Client is a monolingual Spanish speaker, and interpretation can be provided as needed.

Email Staff Attorney Allyssa Scheyer

*NOTE: For U-Visa cases at PLC, the pro bono attorney's commitment is to finalize the U-Visa within 6 months of placement and forward it to PLC for review and approval. At that point the pro bono attorney’s commitment and service on this case will be completed. PLC will file the U-Visa with USCIS as attorney of record.

Fleeing Violence, Fighting for Care: Asylum – PLC 25-0109970, 25-0111400, 25-0111403

Client is a 38-year-old woman from Honduras who is currently in immigration court in Santa Ana alongside her two children. Her asylum application, based primarily on her experiences of domestic violence, has already been filed. One of her children has Down syndrome, and the other recently received a heart transplant in the United States. Client fled Honduras to protect herself and her children, as well as to secure better care for her son. She endured physical and emotional abuse from her former partner, who was a drug addict and alcoholic. Her next hearing is scheduled for October 4, 2025, and she is seeking representation limited to immigration court proceedings. Your support can help this mother pursue healing, protection, and a healthier future for her family.

Email Senior Staff Attorney Devin Chatterton

Assist a Trafficking Survivor Seeking Relief: T-Visa – PLC 25-0107263

Client, a 30-year-old woman from the Philippines, is seeking a pro bono attorney to assist with her T-Visa application. After being recruited in her home country, she was brought to the United States by individuals who subjected her to severe labor conditions in unlawful conditions and under threats of deportation. Client is fluent in both English and Tagalog and would like to include her husband and two minor children—currently residing in the Philippines—as derivatives on her application. She is ready to begin the process and is looking for legal support to help her move forward.

Email Staff Attorney Allyssa Scheyer

Support a Trafficking Survivor in Seeking Protection: T-Visa – PLC 25-0107262

Client, a 34-year-old woman from the Philippines, is seeking pro bono representation to apply for a T-Visa. She was fraudulently recruited to the United States to work as a caregiver and was later subjected to unlawful labor conditions. When she raised concerns about her treatment, her employer responded with threats involving immigration enforcement. Client is fluent in English and Tagalog and would like to include her minor son as a derivative on her application. Client hopes to take the next step in securing immigration protection for herself and her child with the help of a pro bono attorney.

Email Staff Attorney Allyssa Scheyer

Parent Seeking U-Visa Following Child’s Victimization – PLC 25-0101627*

Client is a long-time resident of Santa Ana and the mother of multiple U.S. citizen children. She is seeking a pro bono attorney to assist with a U-Visa application. Her eligibility is based on the harm she experienced after her minor daughter was the victim of a sexual assault. Client is a monolingual Spanish speaker, and interpretation support is available.

Email Staff Attorney Allyssa Scheyer

*NOTE: For U-Visa cases at PLC, the pro bono attorney's commitment is to finalize the U-Visa within 6 months of placement and forward it to PLC for review and approval. At that point the pro bono attorney’s commitment and service on this case will be completed. PLC will file the U-Visa with USCIS as attorney of record.

Pursuing Justice and Safety Through a U-Visa– PLC 24-0093546*

Client is a single mother seeking assistance with a U-Visa application based on her experience as a survivor of domestic violence. She obtained a domestic violence restraining order against her ex-husband, who fled the United States after the order was issued. Client is a monolingual Spanish speaker. Interpretation services are available to support communication throughout the case.

Email Co-Supervising Attorney, Precious Odum

*NOTE: For U-Visa cases at PLC, the pro bono attorney's commitment is to finalize the U-Visa within 6 months of placement and forward it to PLC for review and approval. At that point the pro bono attorney’s commitment and service on this case will be completed. PLC will file the U-Visa with USCIS as attorney of record.

U-Visa Representation for Domestic Violence Survivor – PLC 25-0101038*

Client, a 40-year-old monolingual Spanish speaker from Mexico, is seeking pro bono assistance with filing a U-Visa petition. She is currently in the process of divorcing her former partner, with whom she shares four U.S. citizen children. During their relationship, Client experienced repeated instances of physical, sexual, and psychological abuse. Client reported the abuse to law enforcement multiple times and obtained a restraining order against her former partner, which he later violated. Those violations were also reported to the police. Client will be the sole applicant on her U-Visa petition and is seeking help from a pro bono attorney to move forward with the application process.

Email Staff Attorney Allyssa Scheyer

*NOTE: For U-Visa cases at PLC, the pro bono attorney's commitment is to finalize the U-Visa within 6 months of placement and forward it to PLC for review and approval. At that point the pro bono attorney’s commitment and service on this case will be completed. PLC will file the U-Visa with USCIS as attorney of record.

Provide Legal Support After a Violent Attack: U-Visa – PLC 25-0099927*

Client is a monolingual Spanish-speaking man seeking assistance with a U-Visa application after surviving a violent assault. He was attacked by three individuals and sustained serious injuries, including a facial wound that took a month to heal and memory loss related to the incident. Client fully cooperated with law enforcement in the criminal investigation and is now eligible for U-Visa relief. He is seeking a pro bono attorney to move forward with his U-Visa application and take the next step toward rebuilding his life.

Email Staff Attorney Andy Marin

*NOTE: For U-Visa cases at PLC, the pro bono attorney's commitment is to finalize the U-Visa within 6 months of placement and forward it to PLC for review and approval. At that point the pro bono attorney’s commitment and service on this case will be completed. PLC will file the U-Visa with USCIS as attorney of record.

Guide a Survivor Through the U-Visa Certification Process: U-Visa – PLC 25-0102300*

Client is a mother and survivor of domestic violence. Although she initially reported a domestic violence incident to law enforcement, she later recanted—a response not uncommon in these situations. Client is now ready to pursue immigration relief and would like assistance from a pro bono attorney in requesting U-Visa certification and continue her case if the certifying agency signs off on her report. Client is a monolingual Spanish speaker, and interpretation services are available to support communication.

Email Co-Supervising Attorney, Precious Odum

*NOTE: For U-Visa cases at PLC, the pro bono attorney's commitment is to finalize the U-Visa within 6 months of placement and forward it to PLC for review and approval. At that point the pro bono attorney’s commitment and service on this case will be completed. PLC will file the U-Visa with USCIS as attorney of record.

Step In to Help Someone Who Stepped Up for Another: U-Visa – PLC 24-0097437*

Client is seeking a pro bono attorney to assist on a U-Visa. Client was a witness to a domestic violence incident and as the issues escalated, Client intervened in to protect the victim. During the altercation, Client was also assaulted. Client provide a report to the authorities. Based on her quick actions and drive to be a good Samaritan, Client now qualifies for a U-Visa. Client is a monolingual Spanish speaker and interpretation services are available to support communication, if needed.

Email Staff Attorney Frida Franco

*NOTE: For U-Visa cases at PLC, the pro bono attorney's commitment is to finalize the U-Visa within 6 months of placement and forward it to PLC for review and approval. At that point the pro bono attorney’s commitment and service on this case will be completed. PLC will file the U-Visa with USCIS as attorney of record.

Help a Domestic Violence Survivor Obtain Legal Residency: VAWA – PLC 24-0093052

Client, a single mother from Mexico, is seeking a pro bono attorney with a VAWA-based Adjustment of Status Petition. Client endured severe emotional and verbal abuse at the hands of her U.S. citizen spouse throughout their relationship and marriage. With PLC’s support, Client filed for divorce, which is still pending. While awaiting the finalization of her divorce, Client continues to focus on supporting her three children and herself, while healing from the abuse she endured. This case offers the opportunity to help a survivor of domestic violence navigate the immigration system and build a safer life for herself and her family. Client is a monolingual Spanish speaker and interpretation services are available to support communication, if needed. Client is the only applicant in her case.

Email Staff Attorney Allyssa Scheyer

Support a Survivor and Her Children: U-Visa – PLC 25-0101307*

Client, a monolingual Spanish speaker, is a 32-year-old mother who survived repeated domestic violence, both physical and sexual, at the hands of her former partner. Despite the danger, she found the courage to report the abuse to the police, who investigated her former partner. Today, she is focused on healing and providing a better life for her two children, including her newborn U.S. citizen baby. Client continues to suffer from the aftermath of the abuse, including ongoing anxiety, but remains determined to move forward and create a new chapter for herself and her two young children—one of whom is a newborn U.S. citizen. Client is seeking a pro bono attorney to help her apply for a U-Visa—a crucial step toward long-term safety and peace of mind. This is a powerful opportunity to help a survivor build a more secure future with her children.

Email Staff Attorney Andy Marin

*NOTE: For U-Visa cases at PLC, the pro bono attorney's commitment is to finalize the U-Visa within 6 months of placement and forward it to PLC for review and approval. At that point the pro bono attorney’s commitment and service on this case will be completed. PLC will file the U-Visa with USCIS as attorney of record.

Fighting for a New Beginning: U-Visa Assistance Needed – PLC 24-0089978*

Client is seeking pro bono representation to apply for a U-Visa after experiencing violent assaults by his ex-wife during their marriage. The abuse also extended to his elderly mother, who was assaulted on a separate occasion. Both Client and his mother reported the incidents to law enforcement and successfully obtained three-year restraining orders against the ex-wife in 2024. Client and his mother are cooperating with the Orange County District Attorney’s office in the felony assault prosecution of the ex-wife. However, both continue to suffer from anxiety and emotional distress due to the violence they endured. Client, a bilingual English/Hindi speaker, is pursuing the U-Visa as a sole applicant, as his elderly mother is pursuing her own U-Visa. Your support can help empower this survivor to move forward and rebuild his life.

Email Staff Attorney Allyssa Scheyer

*NOTE: For U-Visa cases at PLC, the pro bono attorney's commitment is to finalize the U-Visa within 6 months of placement and forward it to PLC for review and approval. At that point the pro bono attorney’s commitment and service on this case will be completed. PLC will file the U-Visa with USCIS as attorney of record.

Mother Seeks Justice After Denied Disability Accommodation – PLC 25-0111867

Client is a mother seeking assistance in filing a fair housing lawsuit against a local housing authority for failure to provide a reasonable accommodation for her daughter’s disability. The family previously used a Section 8 housing voucher through the Orange County Housing Authority and transferred it to Oceanside Housing Authority when they moved. In Oceanside, the housing authority would only approve a one-bedroom unit, despite the family’s request for a two-bedroom as an accommodation for the daughter’s Crohn’s disease, which causes frequent bathroom use and disturbed sleep. The family returned to Orange County but was unable to secure housing before the voucher expired. A request for an extension as a reasonable accommodation was denied, leaving the client without housing and currently living in her car. Your support can help a family regain a safe place to call home.

Email Supervising Attorney Ryan Ueda

Clearing Title for a Fresh Start: Lien on Mobilehome – PLC 24-0095956

Client purchased a mobilehome in 2018, only to discover that the title was never transferred from the previous owner into Client’s name. In fact, the title still lists the original owners—who are now unreachable—and carries a lien recorded over 30 years ago. This long-standing paperwork issue has left Client without clear ownership, limiting his rights and peace of mind. Client is now seeking a pro bono attorney to remove the lien and finally secure the title in his name. This case offers a chance to help Client achieve true ownership of his home.

Email Directing Attorney Richard Walker

Support a Senior Tenant Facing Unlawful Eviction – PLC 25-0111781

Client, a senior living with disabilities, had been renting a room on a verbal lease for over seven years. In April 2025, he received an oral eviction notice from his sister, the homeowner. Before he could obtain details about the reason for his eviction, Client’s wife passed away unexpectedly. Client went into shock and was hospitalized. When Client returned home at the end of the month, he discovered his personal belongings had been removed from his room and left outside. The homeowner falsely claimed Client had abandoned the property. Client is seeking a pro bono attorney to obtain justice for his unlawful eviction.

Email Directing Attorney Richard Walker

Enforce Administrative Appeal Decision to Recover Overpaid Rent – PLC 25-0099946

Client, a long-term Section 8 voucher holder, is seeking assistance from a pro bono attorney to enforce a favorable administrative appeal decision. For five years, Client was charged excess rent due to a clerical error by the housing authority, which misclassified payments related to the care of her disabled son as income. Despite repeated attempts to resolve the issue, she was denied a timely review and only received a formal hearing in 2025—eight years after the error began. At the hearing, the administrative officer ruled in her favor. However, the housing authority has declined to honor the decision, citing internal policy and the age of the grievance as reasons they cannot issue a reimbursement. Client is now looking for legal support to challenge the agency’s refusal and to recover the substantial overpayments she was wrongly charged.

Email Staff Attorney Hanna Poploskie

Seek Justice for a Family Living in Unsafe Conditions – PLC 25-0102862

Client, a tenant and mother of minor children, is seeking pro bono assistance in pursuing a claim against her landlord for ongoing habitability issues in her apartment. Despite repeated requests for repairs, the unit has been plagued by persistent mold and strong chemical odors, which have led to serious health problems for both Client and her children—including hospitalization and multiple doctor visits. Although Landlord temporarily relocated the family and attempted cleaning, the chemical odors remained upon their return, and the family’s health concerns continued to worsen. Client has obtained some chemical testing and contacted code enforcement, but the conditions persist. She is now seeking legal support to evaluate and potentially pursue a habitability and personal injury claim related to the impact of the living conditions on her family’s health and well-being.

Email Staff Attorney Hanna Poploskie

Help a Military Family Assert Their Rights: Habitability – PLC 25-0103011

Client, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, has spent years trying to get his landlord to make urgently needed repairs to his family’s home. Despite repeated requests, serious defects in the unit went unaddressed—until recently, when local code enforcement stepped in and cited the landlord for multiple violations. This family has endured prolonged substandard living conditions, and now they’re ready to explore their legal options. The client is seeking a pro bono attorney for a consultation and guidance on the strength and value of a potential habitability claim, and possibly representation in pursuing affirmative litigation. This is a chance to support a veteran and his family as they take a stand for decent, livable housing.

Email Supervising Attorney Ryan Ueda

Fight Housing Discrimination – Help a Single Father Seek Justice – PLC 24-0098720

Client, a devoted single father, faced persistent discrimination from his landlord simply for having a child. Client’s child merely displayed normal child behavior. However, Landlord blamed Client’s young son for a plumbing leak in their apartment—despite a year of failed repair attempts—and restricted the family’s use of their own bathtub. Unable to endure the continued hardship and unfair treatment, Client was forced to move when his lease ended. Now, Client is seeking legal representation to file a private civil lawsuit for damages based on familial status discrimination. He has already pursued a case with the California Civil Rights Department, but mediation was unsuccessful. Your advocacy can help hold Landlord accountable and protect the rights of families like his.

Email Directing Attorney Richard Walker

TAX

Tax Identity Theft – PLC 24-0087745

Client is a 62-year-old monolingual Spanish-speaking woman who recently discovered that her Social Security number was used by another individual for employment purposes from 2019 through 2023. These tax years have not yet been audited by the IRS. She is now seeking assistance from a pro bono attorney to correct the record with the appropriate agencies by clearing her name and to help prevent future identity theft. This is a meaningful opportunity to assist a client who is eager to resolve this matter and move forward with peace of mind.

Email Senior Staff Attorney Evan Phoenix

ADA Compliance for Community Book Fair – PLC 25-0116535

Client is a well-established community foundation planning a large book fair in November 2025. The event will include indoor and outdoor spaces, with 3–4 stages for programming, as well as booths and activities such as read-alongs, reading to a dog, book vendors, cooking demonstrations, and a farmer’s market. Client seeks legal guidance on ADA compliance to ensure the fair is accessible and inclusive for all attendees, including individuals with disabilities.

Email Supervising Attorney Brigid Joyce

Support a Nonprofit’s Fight for Environmental Justice – PLC 24-0094801

A newly formed nonprofit is seeking pro bono legal counsel to challenge a commercial development project that poses significant environmental and health risks to nearby communities. As the project moves through the approval process, Client is looking for expert legal guidance on how to effectively voice opposition and explore options for legally challenging the project, all the while minimizing liability for the organization and its Board members. Your support can empower this nonprofit to stand up for environmental justice and navigate the complexities of advocacy while ensuring legal protections are in place for all involved.

Email Supervising Attorney Brigid Joyce

Assistance for Nonprofit with Lease Agreement for New Food Pantry – PLC 25-0114574

Client is an existing nonprofit that seeks to prevent hunger and homelessness by helping people help themselves. They require a pro bono attorney to assist in drafting a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a like-minded organization with a similar mission. The MOU will outline a logistic partnership aimed at supporting both organizations' hunger insecurity efforts. Your assistance can help a nonprofit solidify a partnership that will expand its efforts to combat hunger and homelessness.

Email Supervising Attorney Brigid Joyce

HR Practices and Procedures Review for Mental Health Nonprofit – PLC 25-0114715

Client is an established nonprofit that offers affordable therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and children. Client is seeking a pro bono attorney to assist with legal advice and guidance on setting up a small human resources department to ensure full compliance with state and federal laws related to hiring practices. By offering your expertise, you can help a nonprofit lay the groundwork for a compliant and successful HR department.

Email Supervising Attorney Brigid Joyce

Assist Existing Nonprofit Building Affordable Housing with Advice on Holding Title and Possibly Entity Formation – PLC 25-0108089

Client, a long-established religious nonprofit, is preparing to build affordable housing on its property and seeks legal counsel on how best to hold title to the new development. Client would also like advice on whether forming a new related entity is the appropriate path forward, and assistance with entity formation if needed. Your guidance can help this nonprofit lay the foundation for long-term community impact.

Email Supervising Attorney Brigid Joyce

Existing Nonprofit and its Holding Company Seeking Best Practices Advice and Counsel

– PLC 24-0095106

Client is a nonprofit organization serving the Orange County community with a focus on Muslim civil rights and advocacy. The organization is structured as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a related 501(c)(2) title-holding entity that owns real property on its behalf. Client seeks counsel and advice to ensure it is operating both entities in compliance with best practices and in a way that limits potential liability. Support this nonprofit’s mission by helping it operate with confidence and clarity.

Email Supervising Attorney Brigid Joyce

Launch Support for Neighborhood Mobility Nonprofit – PLC 25-0112859

Client is a new nonprofit dedicated to serving the community—especially youth, families, and underserved residents—through affordable bicycle and micromobility repair services, safety education, and mobility-focused programs. Client is seeking pro bono legal support with incorporation, bylaws, a Conflict-of-Interest Policy, and applications for federal and state tax-exempt status. Be part of laying the legal foundation for a nonprofit committed to equitable mobility access.

Email Supervising Attorney Brigid Joyce

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