Welcome to .. Bay Area Legal Services, Inc.
We are a family of 49 lawyers, and a support staff of 55, all who have dedicated themselves to providing free civil legal services for low-income families throughout the Bay Area. We are committed to what we do because we are passionate about certain core beliefs -- namely, that peace and justice are two sides of the same coin. We believe that no one should be denied hope, and that a stronger community is built when we lend a hand to our neighbors in need.
Whether you are a client who needs assistance or a friend who is interested in providing support, we are glad you are here. Please have a look around our website. We are here to help.
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Bay Area Legal Services, Inc.
-Mission Statement-
Bay Area Legal Services is a regional, non-profit public interest law firm providing the highest quality legal counsel by
ASSISTING individuals and non-profit groups with limited access to legal services;
RESOLVING the legal problems of our clients; and
PRESERVING the independence, hope, and dignity of those we serve.
-Vision Statement-
Bay Area Legal Services will eliminate barriers to justice through high-quality legal services, education, and community partnerships
90% of every dollar donated to Bay Area Legal Services goes directly to services for our clients.
Bay Area Legal Services: Serving our Community Since 1967.
