Class recorded September 2, 2026

Join a session with an attorney from the California Civil Rights Department. Subjects covered will include how to address getting protections against discrimination and harassment at businesses. The volunteer will also provide an overview on reasonable accommodations and provide information about the Civil Rights Department Welcome In Business Recognition program (which is free and open to California businesses).

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.

Presented in partnership: California Civil Rights Department (CRD)

Registration fees: FREE

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.

Wednesday, October 28, 2026: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Southern California Disaster Legal Aid Collaborative (DLAC) legal aid organizations will present a one-hour Disaster 101 training webinar, covering key legal issues that arise following a disaster. This training is open to all pro bono partners: attorneys, law students, and paralegals. This is a valuable opportunity to strengthen disaster preparedness and ensure effective legal support during emergencies. 

MCLE Disclaimer: MCLE credit is only granted to attorneys licensed to practice law by the State Bar of California. Attorneys from other jurisdictions should contact their state bar to learn about credit reciprocity. 

Earn 1.0 hour general MCLE credit

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 the ability to type on your device and use Zoom to ask questions or use the chat features. 

Presented by:

Bet Tzedek Legal Services (Free Legal Services for Los Angeles) 

Community Legal Aid SoCal (Community Legal Aid SoCal) 

Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) (LAFLA: Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles) 

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles (NLSLA) (Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County) 

Public Counsel (Public Interest Law)

Registration fees: FREE

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 September 29, 2025. 

This CLE training will provide guidance on the process of filing a petition for writ of habeas corpus for immigrant clients detained by ICE, how habeas petitions are being utilized, and current challenges detained immigrants and their legal representatives are facing.

Presenter by:

Emily L. Robinson, Law Office of Emily L. Robinson

Sabrina Damast, Law Office of Sabrina Damast

Earn 1 hour participatory California general MCLE credit: After registration, a staff member will email you the course materials, an evaluation form, and your Certificate of Attendance (usually the next business day). Register first, then watch the recording to the end and answer the questions provided in the popup to verify your attendance..

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.

Video Recordings: We recognize that not everyone can attend in person classes, so even if you can't make it in, please watch any of these recordings and remember that we are still here to help! Call us at (213) 785-2513, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or chat with us online to get help finding information and resources on any legal (or not-quite-legal) question. Access to the video recordings is free.

Dated Material: Please note that the law changes. The original recording date for each class is provided on the display page. To be certain that you receive up-to-date information, please attend the in-person class, or contact us for help researching or updating your specific legal issue.

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, November 19, 2026: 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

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A criminal record can prevent a person from accessing employment, housing, and other important opportunities – even if it involves a minor offense or something that happened long ago. Fortunately, many California state court criminal convictions can be cleaned from your record. Although “expungement” is not available in this state, California law does provide many of the same benefits through reduction and dismissal of old or minor convictions. In this class, learn what types of convictions are eligible, the process involved for different types of records, and resources available to help.

Class covers:

• What it means to clean your criminal record in California (and what “expungement” means)
• The process for petitioning to dismiss misdemeanor and some felony sentences
• The process for petitioning to reduce felony sentences, and which felonies are eligible for reduction
• Information and forms required for petitions
• Resources for additional information and assistance

Class approved for Court Interpreter Minimum Continuing Education (CIMCE) credit.

Presented by: LA Law Library Reference Librarians

Registration fees: FREE - Reservation reserves spot

No 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.