Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid

Legal Aid — Consumer & Bankruptcy Legal Aid in Santa Ana, California. Public Law Center provides free consumer law and bankruptcy legal assistance to low-income Orange County residents. Services include debt collection defense (including wage garnishments), Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, elder financial abuse, contract law and disputes, identity theft recovery, and consumer warranty issues. PLC also assists with Federal Pro Se matters.

Phone: (714) 541-1010

Address: 601 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, California, 92701

Website: https://www.publiclawcenter.org/consumer-law/

Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese

Services offered: Debt collection defense, wage garnishment defense, Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy, elder financial abuse, contract law, identity theft recovery, consumer warranties, Federal Pro Se assistance

Ages served: All ages

Good to know: Call ext. 235 for bankruptcy; ext. 222 for Federal Pro Se; ext. 366 for other consumer issues. Voicemail — response 5–6 business days. Coverage: Orange County.

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Frequently asked questions about Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid

How do I contact Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid?

You can call Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid at (714) 541-1010 or visit 601 Civic Center Drive West in Santa Ana, California. Their website is https://www.publiclawcenter.org/consumer-law/.

What services does Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid offer?

Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid offers Debt collection defense, wage garnishment defense, Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy, elder financial abuse, contract law, identity theft recovery, consumer warranties, Federal Pro Se assistance. Serves All ages. Public Law Center provides free consumer law and bankruptcy legal assistance to low-income Orange County residents. Services include debt collection defense (including wage garnishments), Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, elder financial abuse, contract law and disputes, identity theft recovery,

Are services at Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid free or low-cost?

Many community legal aid providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid at (714) 541-1010 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid support?

Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid reports providing services in: English, Spanish, Vietnamese. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

Who is eligible for services at Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid?

Public Law Center – Consumer Law & Bankruptcy Legal Aid reports serving All ages. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (714) 541-1010 to confirm before visiting.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.