Dignity. Empowerment. Service.
These are the values that drive the mission of the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law.
OUR MISSION
We ensure meaningful access to justice in the family law courts by providing free legal services, education, and advocacy for low-income residents of Los Angeles County. Our work empowers our clients to protect themselves and their children from domestic violence, poverty, housing insecurity, and other barriers to lasting stability.
If you feel unsafe and need immediate protection, dial 911.
If you need crisis support, immediate assistance, or shelter 24 hours a day/7 days a week, please reach out to:
National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
LA County Domestic Violence Hotline 800-978-3600
National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673
News
- Our Mission Statement
Dignity. Empowerment. Service. These are the values that drive the mission of the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law. OUR MISSION We ensure meaningful access
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Success Stories
- Having an Attorney Made All the Difference
Cynthia’s* 20-year marriage was filled with abuse, but when she learned of her daughter’s distress, she found the courage to leave. Desperate to protect her
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Events
- 2022-2023 Annual Report
Discover how the Buhai Center made an impact in 2022 and 2023 by reading our annual report.