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Our mission is to advance the rights of underrepresented individuals and families through free legal services, strategic advocacy, and educational outreach.

The Law Foundation provides free legal services & engages in impact-driven policy advocacy to advance housing stability, health equity, and the rights of children and youth—particularly for low-income individuals and historically underserved populations. Founded in 1974, the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley secures justice and protects the rights of low-income residents and communities of color in

Santa Clara County. We remove systemic barriers that prevent access to essential legal and economic resources, providing critical services in housing stability, homelessness prevention, mental health access, public benefits, children's rights, and more. Each year, we reach over 14,000 adults and children, working toward social justice and systemic change. Our dedicated team of 80 attorneys, advocates, social workers, and pro bono volunteers are dismantling barriers caused by discrimination and fighting for lasting change that ensures justice is never determined by a person's income. Visit our website to see our most up-to-date walk-in and phone intake hours. www.lawfoundation.org

08/21/2026

Register for the 2026 LACY Honors Awards & Luncheon!

Join us on November 13, 2026, as we celebrate leaders making a difference for children and youth in Santa Clara County. This year, we are proud to honor Michelle A. Jorden, Chief Medical Examiner for the County of Santa Clara, and Youth Law Center for their exceptional contributions to our community.

Come support our Children & Youth Program (LACY) and connect with more than 300 business, legal, and community leaders.

When: November 13, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Palo Alto

Register today! www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-lacy-honors-awards-luncheon-tickets-1996477406667?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/19/2026

Do you live in Santa Clara County and need help to legally change your name and/or gender marker? Or did you file for a name and gender marker change before July 1, 2026 and want to make your court records confidential under SB 59?

We're hosting a FREE Name & Gender Marker Change Virtual Clinic on Monday, September 14, in partnership with Orrick.

Our pro bono attorneys can help with court forms, including fee waiver requests for eligible participants, and guide you through the process.

Monday, September 14, 2026
5:00 PM (by appointment only)
Online or by phone
408-280-2426 or scan the QR code to schedule

07/30/2026

Save the Date for the Law Foundation's LACY Honors Awards & Luncheon!

November 13, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, Palo Alto

Join more than 300 business, legal, and community leaders as we come together to support the Law Foundation's Children & Youth Program (LACY).

This program provides free legal assistance and advocacy for children and youth in foster care, those seeking stable caregiving arrangements, students facing special education challenges, and much more.

This year we’re honoring Michelle A. Jorden and the Youth Law Center.

More details will be available soon. Stay tuned for updates and mark your calendar today!

07/29/2026

Nonprofits shouldn't have to choose between serving their communities and paying for legal support.

That's why the Nonprofit Protection Project is so important. By connecting local nonprofits with free legal services and guidance, organizations can tackle funding, compliance, and operational challenges without diverting precious resources away from the people they serve.

This work is helping to strengthen the nonprofit sector across Santa Clara County, ensuring organizations can stay focused on their missions while navigating complex legal issues with confidence.

A special thank you to Silicon Valley Community Foundation and Sobrato Philanthropies for investing in this critical effort and supporting the organizations that make our communities stronger every day.

Read how this innovative partnership is making a difference across Santa Clara County: https://www.svcf.org/about/news-media/blog/pro-bono-legal-aid-helps-nonprofits-navigate-difficult-times

Learn more about the Nonprofit Protection Project: www.lawfoundation.org/nonprofitprotectionproject

07/24/2026

Community Update: A new public charge regulation is scheduled to take effect on September 18, 2026.

While most immigrants will not be affected by this rule, advocates are concerned about its impact on immigrant families and communities. Public charge applies only to certain immigration situations, and many groups are exempt. However, the updated rule gives immigration officers broader discretion and may create confusion, inconsistency, and barriers for some lawfully present immigrants seeking legal immigration pathways.

If you are concerned about how this rule may affect you or your family:

Speak with a trusted immigration attorney
Stay connected with local community organizations
Seek benefits and legal assistance from reliable providers
Watch for updates as more guidance becomes available

Now more than ever, we must stand together and ensure our communities have access to accurate information, legal support, and essential services. Advocates continue to push back against this harmful policy and are calling on Congress to protect immigrant families from policies that create fear and uncertainty.

For more information about the public charge regulation and available resources, visit: https://pifcoalition.org/toolkits/public-charge-regulation/

07/23/2026

Join us for a free Q Corner Chat on SB 59 and Name & Gender Marker Changes.

California's new SB 59 law helps protect privacy by making newly filed name and gender marker change cases confidential. The law also allows adults and minors with older public cases to request confidentiality.

In this virtual information session, you will learn about your rights, the process for seeking confidentiality, and available legal resources. Whether you are thinking about filing or want to update an existing case, this presentation can help.

Date: August 4, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM-6:30 PM
Location: Zoom Webinar
Register: tinyurl.com/QCCSB59

07/09/2026

San Jose has made admirable progress in connecting unhoused people to emergency services, but more work lies ahead. To achieve the goal of ending homelessness, we need all levels of government to work together to ensure that people living in vehicles, tents, or temporarily in shelters are housed, not criminalized.

Read more in this San José Spotlight feature: sanjosespotlight.com/supreme-court-ruling-allows-san-jose-to-penalize-homeless-people/

07/02/2026

July is Disability Pride Month.

This month, we celebrate the leadership, culture, creativity, and contributions of people with disabilities. We also recognize the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark civil rights law that protects the rights of millions of disabled Americans and helps remove barriers to full participation in our communities.

Disability is a natural and valuable part of human diversity. Yet inaccessible systems, discrimination, ableism, and stigma, continue to limit access to housing, employment, healthcare, and other essential resources, for many of the communities the Law Foundation is committed to serving across each of our programs

As we honor and celebrate Disability Pride Month, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing equity, accessibility, inclusion, and dignity for all. Disability rights are civil rights, and we remain committed to protecting and advancing those rights every day.

06/26/2026

Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in Mullin v. Al Otro Lado, allowing the federal government to turn away asylum seekers at ports of entry along the southern border.

The ruling limits access to protections that have long existed under U.S. asylum law. For many individuals and families fleeing persecution, violence, or other threats, the ability to seek asylum can be a critical lifeline.

The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley stands in solidarity with asylum seekers, immigrant communities, and the organizations working to protect the right to seek safety. We remain committed to advocating for an immigration system that upholds fairness, dignity, due process, and access to justice for all.

For more information about the case and its impact, visit the No Turning Back campaign website: www.asylumsaveslives.org.

06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, enslaved Black Americans in Texas finally learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

Juneteenth celebrates freedom, resilience, and the contributions of Black communities. It also reminds us to reflect on the ongoing work to address inequities and create opportunities for all.

As we recognize this important day, we honor our commitment to equity, inclusion, and justice. Together, we can help build stronger, more welcoming communities.

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San Jose, CA
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http://www.lawfoundation.org/

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