Pepperdine University School of Law Legal Aid Clinic

About This Office

The Pepperdine Legal Aid Clinic serves the homeless population of downtown Los Angeles. The Clinic is housed in the Union Rescue Mission (URM), one of the largest homeless shelters in Los Angeles. While participating in the Clinic, student law clerks receive training and provide legal assistance to the many homeless and formerly homeless men and women in the "skid row" area. Clients, referred by URM and other area missions, shelters and rehabilitation programs, receive assistance with tickets and warrants, expungements, applications for homeless court; credit, housing, taxes and benefits. In addition, the Clinic staff trains case workers with the Department of Public Social Services, Sheriff's Department, and with various social service organizations, making the Pepperdine name known and appreciated in an unlikely setting.