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
- Meet Our New Director of Administration
We are pleased to announce that Noquomas Wilson has joined our team as Director of Administration! In this role, Noquomas will oversee all administrative aspects
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Success Stories
- Path to Healing.
Rosario* already faced a lifetime of trauma—human trafficking, domestic violence, and the kidnapping of her children—before learning that her young daughter was molested by her
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Events
- Betty Nordwind Legacy Fund
To honor Betty’s legacy and further the mission of the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law, we proudly announce the establishment of the Betty Nordwind
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