Our Mission & The Importance of Civil Legal Aid
Community Legal Services is a non-profit law firm committed to increasing fairness in the civil justice system by advocating, litigating, and educating on behalf of Arizona’s most underserved communities. Civil legal aid helps ensure fairness for all in the justice system, regardless of how much money you have. It provides access to legal help for people to protect their livelihoods, their health, and their families.
Access to Justice for All
Civil legal aid connects Americans with a range of services including legal assistance and representation, self-help centers and other court-based services, free legal clinics and pro-bono assistance, and access to web-based information and forms that help guide them through complicated legal proceedings. CLS works to make our services accessible to all. In addition to making our services available to people with disabilities, we also provide translators for all languages.
CLS helps people protect their consumer rights regarding purchases, income, property, contracts, loans and debts.
CLS supports the safety and wellbeing of the family through the legal process, focusing on victims of domestic violence and children at risk.
CLS helps ensure safe job conditions, unemployment insurance, wages earned and freedom from discrimination.
CLS is dedicated to ensuring legal access and protecting the rights of agricultural workers throughout Arizona.
CLS helps people obtain and preserve necessities of life including AHCCCS Healthcare coverage, Social Security disability benefits, Nutrition Assistance and Cash Assistance.
Whether you rent or own, CLS helps with healthy and safe living conditions and preserving housing.
You may qualify to set aside your conviction and restore your civil rights.
Through a grant from the IRS, our Tax Program helps clients who have IRS controversies.
At a CLS legal kiosk you can:
- Attend a video meeting with a lawyer or court
- Find info about your legal problem
- Find legal help and forms
- Learn about your rights
- Print and scan documents
Individuals Served by Community Legal Services
Civil legal aid provides: Easy-to-understand forms, including online forms, that people can use in civil legal proceedings; Legal assistance, including legal self-help centers, so people can know their rights; and Legal representation to those who cannot afford it—because justice should not depend on how much money you have.
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Consumer Law
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CLS has been keeping a secret…We’re excited to welcome you to the new and improved Community Legal Services website! Explore clsaz.org to discover our legal resources, learn more about how we serve communities across Arizona, and find out how CLS can help you or someone you know!
Learn more about misconceptions around family court in our NEWEST public webinar, now up on our YouTube channel!
CLS apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. Our Prescott office will be closed until this Friday and will re-open next week Monday. Please stay tuned for any changes or updates.
Thank you for your understanding.
Have a community event coming up? Invite Community Legal Services to join you! We’d love the opportunity to share information about our free civil legal services and connect your attendees with resources that can help protect their rights and strengthen our communities.
Protect yourself and your home from predatory solar leases by knowing exactly what you’re signing.
Door-to-door solar salespeople may pressure you to sign quickly, glossing over the fine print and appealing to your desire to save money and help the environment. But a solar agreement can have long-term financial and legal implications for your home.
Know the terms. Read the fine print. Ask questions before you sign.
Watch the full webinar on our YouTube channel to learn how to spot red flags and protect yourself from predatory solar agreements.
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A major step forward for survivor and child safety in Arizona.
CLS Managing Attorney Patricia Madsen joined Governor Katie Hobbs for the ceremonial signing of The Alec and Lydia Act, strengthening protections for survivors of domestic violence and their children in family court.
Patricia played a key role in developing and advancing the legislation, providing legal expertise throughout the process.
The Act also recognizes coercive control as a form of domestic violence in family law- helping prioritize the safety and well-being of children and survivors.
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Read our full press release to learn more at the link in bio.
CLS is hiring! Head over to the link in our bio to see the full list and descriptions of our available positions.
Join CLS at Lawyers in the Library for free, in-person 15-minute appointments with attorneys who can provide legal advice on:
📌 Family Law
📌 Juvenile Matters
📌 Guardianship
📌 Some Criminal Matters
📍 Law Library Resource Center
101 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix
Appointments are first come, first served and must be scheduled in person the day of the event. Space is limited, and appointments are not guaranteed.
⏰ Arrive by 8 AM to reserve your spot. Law Library staff will screen questions to make sure this program is the right fit for your legal needs.
For more information, please visit: jbazmcmaricopa.libcal.com/calendar?cid=21208
Curious as to what Family Court entails? Join one of CLS`s staff to learn about the Top 5 things to know before entering family court this August 27th at 12pm. The session will be recorded if you cannot make it! Registration link in bio.
Join Aleshia Fessel, Lead Attorney in the CLS Family Law Unit, as she breaks down common misconceptions about family court and shares practical tips to help you feel more prepared for the process.
🗓️ Thursday, August 27
🕛 12:00 PM (Arizona Time)
Register HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1drhqKBgSzazpyhixbTj8A#/registration
Looking for a job in Yavapai County? CLS is hiring! Head over to the link in bio to apply!
