Welcome!
We provide confidential legal counseling and assistance regarding a wide range of legal issues to all currently registered and enrolled UCLA students.
Legal Assistance Following a Disaster
In response to the recent wildfires, Student Legal Services is here to support students in navigating complex legal challenges. Our experienced attorneys are available to assist with wide range of issues, including:
- Reviewing and filing renters/homeowners insurance claims
- Replacing lost legal documents
- Resolving landlord-tenant disputes
- Navigating the application process for state and federal benefits
- Providing general legal guidance on other related matters
- Connecting students with essential resources that offer support for disaster relief
We understand that you are facing serious difficulties on many fronts following the recent disaster and we are here to assist you. To ensure that all those who need legal assistance have access to it in these unprecedented times, we are waiving all fees for our regular services. We encourage you to reach out to us if you would like our help. Please stay safe and healthy.
Students in need of assistance can request an appointment through our online portal Request for Appointment form. We are committed to helping you through this difficult time. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
If you are interested in information about eviction and rent increase protections, early termination of your lease, and signing a new lease, please read COVID-19 Tenant Protections and Responsibilities (PDF) and COVID-19 and Signing a New Lease (PDF).
There are many scams targeting tenants and students seeking employment. For more information, please read Renters’ Scam Alert (PDF), COVID-19 and Sublease Scams (PDF), and Job Offer Fraud (PDF).
Resources
The following are UCLA-related resources available to students, faculty, and staff: