Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. Employee Directory
Law PracticeCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. (GBLA) is a nonprofit law practice based in Bakersfield, California, founded in 1968. It provides free civil legal services to low-income residents within Kern County, focusing on areas such as housing, domestic violence, guardianship, family services, health law, and consumer issues, among others. The organization aims to help vulnerable populations access basic necessities and protections, including safe housing, healthcare, education, and support for children and the elderly, addressing barriers rooted in poverty, fear, or discrimination. GBLA operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and serves a diverse client base within its service area, offering interpretation services in multiple languages to enhance access. As part of the regional legal aid landscape, it works alongside similarly situated organizations to address civil legal needs that are often unaffordable for low-income individuals and families.