Unrepresented individuals filing for bankruptcy may make use of the free legal assistance available when filing a case in Santa Ana.
The Santa Ana Division has a weekly onsite legal clinic operated by Public Law Center that provides free legal advice for self-represented parties in chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. The Public Law Center also provides pro bono representation in chapter 7 cases with attorneys from the local bar, when available. The legal clinic is co-sponsored by the Orange County Bar Association, Orange County Bar Association – Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section, and the Orange County Bankruptcy Forum.
CLINIC TIMES (except Court/Federal Holidays):
WEDNESDAYS 1:30 p.m. TO 3:30 p.m.
Individuals not guaranteed assistance after 2:30 p.m.
FRIDAYS 9:00 a.m. TO 11:00 a.m.
Individuals not guaranteed assistance after 10:00 a.m.
First come, first served