Classes
Thursday, April 16, 2026: 4:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Join a live question and answer session about tenants’ and landlords’ rights and responsibilities. An experienced landlord-tenant attorney will be available to answer questions about eviction protections for nonpayment of rent due to COVID-19, what landlords can and cannot do during (and after) the pandemic, the new process for collecting past-due rent through small claims court, what the outlook might be for renters now that the statewide eviction moratorium has expired and updated eviction protections for tenants in the City of Los Angeles and other parts of Los Angeles County. Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, you are welcome to attend and get the vital information you need.
Although you can listen to the class from various kinds of devices, you will need video to view the speaker(s) and any presentation materials, and will need to connect through Zoom to be able to participate in the written Q&A or chat features.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Join a live question and answer session about Public Benefits. An experienced legal aid attorney for public benefits will be available to answer questions about various public benefits programs including CalFresh, Medi-Cal, SNAP and WIC. Subjects covered include how to determine eligibility for public benefit programs, general timelines/an overview of the application process, and the federal guidelines to utilize public benefit services. Whether you are currently receiving public benefits or interested in applying for them, attend and get the vital information you need. Although you can listen to the class from various kinds of devices, you will need video to view the speaker(s) and any presentation materials, and will need to connect through Zoom to be able to participate in the written Q&A or chat features.
Thursday, April 9, 2026: 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
The process of discovery in a civil lawsuit allows a party to obtain information and documents relevant to the suit. This helps the parties know ahead of time what evidence might be presented at trial, or to resolve the case prior to trial. In this class, learn about subpoenas and requests for production (RFPs) in California state court civil cases, in order to discover written documents and other physical objects you might need to prove your case or defend yourself successfully.
Class covers:
- When to make requests for production (RFPs) and what you can ask for
- Responding or objecting to RFPs
- Motions to compel compliance, responses and further responses
- Subpoenas: obtaining records or testimony from non-parties
- Trial subpoenas and notices to appear at trial
Class approved for Court Interpreter Minimum Continuing Education (CIMCE) credit.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
This unique, Zoom workshop will walk you through all the court forms necessary for an adult to petition the Los Angeles Superior Court for a name change. This workshop is intended for motivated adults who would like to change their names and are willing to fill out the paperwork themselves without legal representation. This workshop is open to Los Angeles County residents who are 18 years or older.
Workshop includes:
- The court forms needed to file for an adult name change
- How to accurately complete the forms
- How to ask the court to waive court fees based on your low income
- Where to file your completed court forms
- How to publish a name change in a local newspaper
- How to prepare for your court hearing
Presented by: Michelle Hopkins, Attorney, Law Office of Michelle C. Hopkins
