Community Law Project
The California Western Community Law Project (CLP) provides legal advice to low-income individuals and some of the most vulnerable residents of San Diego County.
A Unique Opportunity
Students work one-on-one with clients and volunteer attorneys in a variety of legal areas — from landlord and tenant housing issues to immigration and employment disputes; from bankruptcy claims to personal injury filings. This unique clinic allows volunteer law students the opportunity to develop a commitment to public service and experience the benefits of helping those in need while learning essential lawyering skills from experienced practitioners.
2024 Accomplishments
One of my memorable experiences was when I was shadowing a volunteer attorney at a Community Law Project clinic last summer. Pro bono and public service work is important to me because it allows me to use the education that I am so fortunate to receive to make a difference in our community.
Clinic Overview
Students along with volunteer attorneys meet with clients at five clinic sites throughout San Diego County. Interns also provide workshops and presentations on topics of interest to community organizations and schools. CLP also includes a classroom component. During these sessions, student volunteers can deepen their understanding of public interest work and debrief their live client experiences with the executive director and the supervising attorney.
| Practice Areas | ||
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Law | Housing and Landlord/Tenant Law | Immigration Law |
| Bankruptcy Law | Employment Law | Consumer Law |
| Trusts & Estates Law | Family Law | Tax Law |
| Personal Injury Law | Public Benefits Law |
Named a 2022 California Nonprofit of the Year
Support the Community Law Project
Give nowYour financial contributions further our mission and educational experience, while expanding our services to those in need within the San Diego community. In 2024, approximately 65% of our clients reported family incomes that fall below the Federal Poverty Level, and over 90% reported family incomes below $50,000.
Community Law Project
The Community Law Project offers free legal services to low-income and vulnerable communities in the San Diego area through its legal clinics. Law students work under a supervising attorney and with volunteer attorneys to offer free legal information through clinics and workshops. Visit the CLP website or our Facebook page learn more about our services and clinics.
If you have more questions or are interested in becoming a CLP intern, email Executive Director, Dana Sisitsky.