Tuesday, February 27, 2024: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Join the LA Law Library book discussion group via Zoom as we begin our year-long exploration of workers’ rights and labor movement issues.  A History of America in Ten Strikes is the perfect introduction to the topic.  Labor historian Erik Loomis recounts ten critical workers’ strikes in American labor history with a discussion of the specifics of each strike followed by a section of context about the broader issues in American society undergirding the unrest that led to the strike.  The book is one-part introduction to labor history and one-part introduction to the history of America as made and experienced by the working class.  All are welcome to join the discussion!

About the author:

• Professor & Director of Graduate Studies, University of Rhode Island
• Author of A History of America in Ten Strikes (2018), Empire of Timber: Labor Unions & Pacific Northwest Forests (2014) and Out of Sight: The Long & Disturbing Story of Corporations Outsourcing Catastrophe (2015)
• Author of numerous articles and blog posts relating to labor issues
• His work has appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Dissent and The New Republic

Presented by: Katie O’Laughlin, Managing Librarian, Reference & Research

Registration fee: FREE. This discussion will be hosted via Zoom. Zoom information and link will be emailed to registrants prior to discussion.

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice: LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Class recorded January 12, 2024

Do you need to help a disabled adult who is having difficulty managing their daily living activities and self-care? There are many ways to try to help. Understanding the legal tools and options available is the first step in finding the best way to help.

Class covers:

• Legal tools to help if the disabled person understands they need and want assistance in managing their self-care
• An overview of probate conservatorships if capacity is a concern
• Explaining the court process to be appointed as a conservator
• What to expect before the hearing on appointment of a conservator
• What to expect if you are appointed as conservator and your responsibilities
• Rights of the conserved disabled adult
• Exploring recent changes in California law and Supported Decision Making Agreements as options to consider

Presented by: Katherine H. Chew, Executive Director, LA Law Library (https://www.lalawlibrary.org/)

Registration fee: FREE

Course Materials: If you would like to receive a copy of the course materials for any of the classes, including any PowerPoint used, please register at the Register Now! button for the class, provided below. A staff member will email you the course materials (usually within one business day).

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Class recorded January 10, 2024

Los Angeles is facing a homelessness crisis and law students, post-grads and attorneys are needed to help prevent unjust evictions of low-income tenants. This training will provide an overview of the eviction process and outline current housing laws that protect tenants against eviction. Participants will also hear from current and former law clerks and fellows about their experiences with helping provide free legal assistance to tenants facing eviction while learning litigation skills under the supervision of legal aid attorneys. Finally, the presentation will conclude with an overview of various paid opportunities available for law students and post-grads.

Class covers:

• Eviction Crisis in Los Angeles
• What is an Unlawful Detainer
• Eviction defense work in practice
• How to get involved

Presented by: We Are LA Pro Bono Partners (LAFLA, NLS, ICLC, and Bet Tzedek) Get Involved (stayhousedla.org)

Registration Fee: FREE

Course Materials: If you would like to receive a copy of the course materials for any of the classes, including any PowerPoint used, please register at the Register Now! button for the class, provided below. A staff member will email you the course materials (usually within one business day).

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Thursday, June 20, 2024: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

This clinic provides assistance to people with disabilities with answering an unlawful detainer (eviction) complaint and requesting a fee waiver.

Income and geographic restrictions apply.  Must be a resident of Los Angeles County. Eligibility determined using 75% of the low-income limits for LA County set by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

To Register: Interested individuals should contact 213-896-6536 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to be pre-screened and registered for the workshop. 

Eligible candidates will be seen by appointment ONLY.

Presented by: LACBA Counsel for Justice (https://www.counselforjustice.org/)

Registration fee: FREE