Wednesday, April 15, 2020: 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Wednesday, August 19, 2020: 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Wednesday, December 16, 2020: 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Learn basic information on how divorce and separation work under California family law, including the court process, dividing assets and debts, mediation and settlement options, and where to go for further information and assistance.

Class covers:

•  The court process: steps in a divorce case, and what to expect
•  Legal consequences of separation before (or without) divorce
•  Dividing money, property, and debts
•  Litigation, mediation and collaboration
•  Resources for further information and where to seek help

Developed by practicing attorneys and presented by LA Law Library Reference Librarians
* A more extensive “Where You Begin” class, which may include hands-on practice and sample exercises, is taught at the Main Branch of LA Law Library in downtown Los Angeles. For more information, visit: https://www.lalawlibrary.org/index.php/where-you-begin.html.

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.

Wednesday, April 17, 2019: 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Wednesday, August 21, 2019: 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Wednesday, December 18, 2019: 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

LA Law Library legal research specialists teach free, monthly 45-minute overviews of legal information search tools and techniques as part of regular “office hour” visits.*

This class introduces free and low cost websites for researching California and federal law.

Class covers:

• How to search for bills, codes, regulations, and case law
• Sources for Los Angeles County law and government
• General legal research sites, including Google Scholar and FindLaw for Legal Professionals
• Legal research tips

*A more extensive class, which may include hands-on practice and sample exercises, is taught at the Main branch of LA Law Library in downtown Los Angeles.

Location:

Pomona Public Library
625 S. Garey Avenue
Pomona, CA 91769
909-620-2043

No legal advice:
LA Law Library provides access to legal resources and assistance with legal research. LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Fees: FREE

Tuesday, March 12, 2019: 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Tuesday, July 9, 2019: 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Tuesday, November 12, 2019: 1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Many people can't afford a lawyer to handle their legal issues. Whether you are a tenant or a landlord, if you are facing eviction issues in California without a lawyer, this class will help you get started by teaching you essential information about the eviction or "unlawful detainer" process and what resources are available to help. Learning important fundamentals about eviction law can make your legal journey easier and more successful.

Class covers:

•          The eviction or “unlawful detainer” process and going to court
•          Negotiations and settlement
•          Resources for further information and where to seek help

Developed by practicing attorneys and presented by LA Law Library Reference Librarians

 * A more extensive “Where You Begin” class, which may include hands-on practice and sample exercises, is taught at the Main Branch of LA Law Library in downtown Los Angeles. For more information, visit: https://www.lalawlibrary.org/index.php/where-you-begin.html.

Registration Fees: FREE

Location:

Compton Public Library
240 West Compton Blvd.
Compton, CA 90220
310-637-0202

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.

Friday, June 28, 2019: 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Friday, July 26, 2019: 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Friday, November 22, 2019: 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

LA Law Library legal research specialists teach free, monthly 45-minute overviews of legal information search tools and techniques as part of regular “office hour” visits.*

This class introduces free and low cost websites for researching California and federal law.

Class covers:

• How to search for bills, codes, regulations, and case law
• Sources for Los Angeles County law and government
• General legal research sites, including Google Scholar and FindLaw for Legal Professionals
• Legal research tips

*A more extensive class, which may include hands-on practice and sample exercises, is taught at the Main branch of LA Law Library in downtown Los Angeles.

Location:

North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Library
5211 Tujunga Ave
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 766-7185

No legal advice:
LA Law Library provides access to legal resources and assistance with legal research. LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Fees: FREE