California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.
Law PracticeCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. is a nonprofit law practice based in Modesto, California, that operates in California's historically rural communities to dismantle unjust systems through community lawyering. It serves people who cannot afford private representation, helping them safeguard civil rights in housing, employment, health, and public education. Through Rural Justice Centers, CRLA provides a range of services at no charge, including direct legal assistance, specialized civil rights litigation, and place-based advocacy to expand equity in civic institutions. The organization sits within the law practice field as an anti-poverty legal aid provider that centers community expertise and shared power to guide legal strategies. A recent development in 2024 involved a collaboration with Mujeres de Acción to host an information session, illustrating ongoing community partnerships.