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Our team 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

We address 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

Our team 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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Pro Bono Partnerships

Since its inception, Public Counsel has relied upon the generous donation of pro bono services from lawyers, legal professionals, and law students as the keystone for our model of delivering free legal services to low-income communities.

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Guide

12/02/25

¿Necesito Presentar Una Reclamacion De Exencion?

He recibido un embargo de mi salario o un aviso de embargo bancario ¿que hago? Si se ha emitido un juicio o una demanda contra usted, es posible que reciba...

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Guide

12/02/25

Do I Need a Claim of Exemption?

I’ve received a wage garnishment or bank levy notice, now what? If a judgment in a lawsuit against you has been issued, you may receive a notice and paperwork from...

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Guide

12/02/25

Guía Para Responder a Quejas No Verificadas En Demandas Legales De Cobro De Deudas

Una demanda legal de cobro de deudas es una demanda legal donde alguien (el demandante) lo está demandando (el demandado) por no pagar una deuda. La demanda legal empieza con...

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How We Work

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Direct Services

Our team 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.

Learn More

Policy Advocacy

We address 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

Our team 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.

Learn More

Pro Bono Partnerships

Since its inception, Public Counsel has relied upon the generous donation of pro bono services from lawyers, legal professionals, and law students as the keystone for our model of delivering free legal services to low-income communities.

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Popular Resources

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Guide

12/02/25

¿Necesito Presentar Una Reclamacion De Exencion?

He recibido un embargo de mi salario o un aviso de embargo bancario ¿que hago? Si se ha emitido un juicio o una demanda contra usted, es posible que reciba...

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Guide

12/02/25

Do I Need a Claim of Exemption?

I’ve received a wage garnishment or bank levy notice, now what? If a judgment in a lawsuit against you has been issued, you may receive a notice and paperwork from...

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Guide

12/02/25

Guía Para Responder a Quejas No Verificadas En Demandas Legales De Cobro De Deudas

Una demanda legal de cobro de deudas es una demanda legal donde alguien (el demandante) lo está demandando (el demandado) por no pagar una deuda. La demanda legal empieza con...

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12/02/25

¿Necesito Presentar Una Reclamacion De Exencion?

He recibido un embargo de mi salario o un aviso de embargo bancario ¿que hago? Si se ha emitido un juicio o una demanda contra usted, es posible que reciba

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Consumer RightsDebt

Guide

12/02/25

Do I Need a Claim of Exemption?

I’ve received a wage garnishment or bank levy notice, now what? If a judgment in a lawsuit against you has been issued, you may receive a notice and paperwork from

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Consumer RightsDebt

Guide

12/02/25

Guía Para Responder a Quejas No Verificadas En Demandas Legales De Cobro De Deudas

Una demanda legal de cobro de deudas es una demanda legal donde alguien (el demandante) lo está demandando (el demandado) por no pagar una deuda. La demanda legal empieza con

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Consumer RightsDebt

Guide

12/02/25

Responding to an Unverified Debt Collection Lawsuit—Self Help Guide

A debt collection lawsuit is a lawsuit where someone (the plaintiff) is suing you (the defendant) for not paying a debt. The lawsuit starts with the filing of a complaint

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Consumer RightsEconomic Justice

Guide

10/29/25

Robo de Identidad: Qué hacer si alguien está usando su número de Seguro Social

Descubrir que alguien ha usado su número de Seguro Social (SSN) puede ser angustiante y abrumador. No estás solo. Este folleto explica los pasos clave que puede seguir, dependiendo de

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Consumer RightsEconomic Justice

Guide

10/29/25

Identity Theft: What To Do If Someone Is Using Your Social Security Number

Finding out someone has used your Social Security number (SSN) can be upsetting and overwhelming. You are not alone. This handout explains the key steps you can take, depending on

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Consumer RightsHomeownersHousing Justice

Guide

09/26/25

Guía sobre cómo presentar y notificar una respuesta a una demanda no verificada

¿Cómo presento y notifico una respuesta a una demanda? AVISO: Este paquete de instrucciones no es orientación legal. No debe usar este paquete “tal como está”. En su lugar, debe

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Consumer RightsHomeownersHousing Justice

Guide

09/26/25

How to File and Serve a Response to a Complaint—Self Help Reference Guide

How to file and serve a response to an unverified complaint. NOTE: This instructional packet is not legal advice. You should not use this packet “as-is.” Instead, you should modify

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Bankruptcy

Guide

09/26/25

Is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Right for Me? Handout

This handout is intended as a general overview of alternatives to Chapter 7 bankruptcy and some considerations before filing.

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Veterans’ Rights

Toolkit

09/22/25

Veterans’ Caregiver Program Appeal Toolkit

This toolkit is meant to serve as a guide for veterans and caregivers seeking to appeal their Caregiver Program benefit determinations. It contains: (1) a general overview of right to

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