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Good Works: AIDS Legal Services Project
On February 21, 2015 by Admin
By Kevin Woo California Lawyer February 2015
THE VOLUNTEERS: The Los Angeles County Bar Association’s AIDS Legal Services Project (ALSP)
is seeking pro bono lawyers and others to help represent people living with HIV or AIDS.
Paralegals and law students, especially those who speak Spanish, also are needed to interview
potential clients, do research, and provide other support.
THE OPPORTUNITY: At ALSP attorneys frequently help people appeal rejected claims for
long-term disability and medical insurance benefits. They’ve also helped clients handle disputes
over employment discrimination. The work sometimes involves federal or state litigation.
Counseling topics can include estate planning, debt relief, immigration, and privacy, especially
with regard to HIV status.
THE IMPACT: In 2013 the program provided 133 people living with HIV or AIDS an average of 31
hours of legal help each.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: To volunteer, contact Los Angeles County Bar Association’s pro
bono coordinator, Laurie E. Aronoff, at 213/833-6776 or laronoff@lacba.org.