Legal Services of Northern California - Chico Office

Contact Information

Name: Legal Services of Northern California - Chico Office
Address: 541 Normal Avenue, Chico, CA - 95928
Phone: (530) 345-9491
Fax: (916) 551-2195

Service Information

Legal Services of Northern California serves 23 counties in Northern California with eight office locations in Sacramento, Auburn, Chico, Eureka, Redding, Ukiah, Vallejo and Woodland. We invite you to contact your local LSNC office for more information about our services available in your area.

Legal Aid Cases Chico CA Offices handles
Housing, public benefits (including CalWorks, CalFresh (food stamps), Medi-Cal, General Assistance (GA), SSI, and unemployment insurance benefits), and our senior law program (including consumer issues, basic estate planning, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, and elder abuse problems). Senior clients (60+) only In Colusa County,

This office serves low income clients in the following counties

Butte
Colusa
Glenn
Plumas
Tehama


LSNC has eight local offices, in the following locations and counties:

-Sacramento - Local office serving Sacramento county
-Auburn - Local office serving Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer and Sierra counties.
-Chico - Local office serving Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Plumas and Tehama counties.
-Eureka - Local office serving Del Norte and Humboldt counties.
-Redding - Office serving Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou and Trinity counties.
-Ukiah - Local office serving Lake and Mendocino counties.
-Vallejo - Local office serving Solano county.
-Woodland - Local office serving Yolo county.

LSNC also has several special programs targeting particular needs of low-income clients, including:

-Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) - Special program providing counseling and advocacy services for Medicare Beneficiaries in 9 Northern California counties.
-LSNC Health Program - Special program serving clients in 32 counties, mostly in Northern California, with problems related to obtaining and keeping health-care services.
-Senior Legal Hotline - Special program serving seniors in Sacramento County, regardless of income.
-SeniorLink Yolo County - Free information and assistance program connecting seniors (60+) in Yolo County to various local service providers
-Voluntary Legal Services Program (VLSP) - A voluntary program for private attorneys serving low-income clients in Sacramento County.
-Western States Pension Assistance Project - Special program providing pension counseling, without charge, to people who live or have worked in Arizona, California, Hawaii or Nevada.

For further information or questions about Legal Services of Northern California, contact the Executive Office or any of its local branch offices.


Mission Statement: The mission of Legal Services of Northern California is to provide quality legal services to empower the poor to identify and defeat the causes and effects of poverty within our community, efficiently utilizing all available resources.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is legal aid?

Legal aid is free or low-cost legal advice and assistance given to those who cannot afford the services of an attorney.

2. Who is eligible for legal aid?

The eligibility requirements for legal aid vary depending on the country or state, but generally, those who have limited income and cannot afford the services of a lawyer are eligible for legal aid.

3. How can I apply for legal aid?

To apply for legal aid, you can either visit your local legal aid office or access their website to fill out an application form. You will be required to provide information on your income and assets, as well as the legal issue you need assistance with.

4. What types of legal issues are covered by legal aid?

Legal aid covers a wide range of legal issues, including family law, criminal law, employment law, housing, consumer law, and immigration law.

5. Can I choose my lawyer with legal aid?

In some cases, you may be able to choose your lawyer with legal aid. However, in most cases, the lawyer assigned to you by legal aid will depend on their availability and expertise in the area of law your case involves.

6. How much does legal aid cost?

Legal aid is either free or offered at a reduced cost, depending on your income and assets.

7. What documents do I need to provide for legal aid?

When applying for legal aid, you will need to provide proof of your income and assets, such as bank statements, tax returns, and proof of benefits.

8. Is legal aid available for international cases?

Legal aid is only available for cases that fall within the jurisdiction of the country or state offering legal aid services.

9. Can I appeal a decision made by legal aid?

If you are not satisfied with the decision made by legal aid, you may have the right to appeal the decision. This may involve filling out an appeal form or attending a hearing.

10. How can I find a legal aid office in my area?

You can find a legal aid office in your area by searching online or contacting your local bar association.