Savage Courts and legal help in California
Savage Lex is not a law firm and this is general legal information, not legal advice. Court addresses, filing fees and hours change often — confirm anything below with the clerk of court before you rely on it.
Find your courthouse in California
California’s judicial branch publishes the official directory of trial courts. It is the authoritative source for which court hears your case and where to file:
Official California court locator
Free and low-cost legal aid in California
8 verified organizations serving California. Most have income limits and case-type restrictions, so call before you go.
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA)
Statewide
Bay Area Legal Aid
Statewide
Legal Aid Society of San Diego
Statewide
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County
Statewide
Inland Counties Legal Services
Statewide
Central California Legal Services
Statewide
Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance
Statewide
California Rural Legal Assistance
Statewide
If you’re representing yourself in California
Court staff can tell you which forms to file and what the deadlines are — they cannot tell you what to say or predict an outcome. Ask the clerk for the self-help or pro se desk; many courts have one. Bring every document you have been served, and write down the case number before you call.