What are Legal Services?
Legal Services support people with HIV (PWH) by assisting them with legal issues, such as access to healthcare, discrimination, and confidentiality concerns. Attorneys and legal aids can help PWH navigate legal systems to access the care they need and receive fair treatment. Legal Services can help PWH understand their legal rights and responsibilities so they can make decisions about their healthcare and personal lives.
What is the goal of Legal Services?
The goal of Legal Services is to offer legal assistance to increase access to justice for clients with low income and limited resources.
What services can I access through Legal Services?
- Public & private benefits
- Advanced planning
- Credit & Bankruptcy
- Housing & eviction prevention
- Health & disability insurance
- Discrimination
- Confidentiality
- Employment
- Gender Rights
- Immigration
- Permanency planning for dependent children
How do I access these services?
You can access these services by contacting the provider listed above or working with your Case Manager or Benefits Specialist. If you are not already receiving services from the listed provider, you may need to confirm that you are eligible for the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP). They may ask you to provide documentation confirming your HIV diagnosis, current income (if any), health insurance (if any), and that you live in Los Angeles County. Legal Services are free for those with a qualifying income, regardless of immigration status.
| Agency | Contact | Phone Number | Email Address/Webpage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inner City Law | Nada Geha | (213) 891-2909 | [email protected] |
Agency
Inner City Law
Contact
Nada Geha
Phone Number
(213) 891-2909
Email Address/Webpage
