Company Research Report: Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO)
Company Overview
Name
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO)
Mission
LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program with a mission to achieve justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. The organization emphasizes areas of law where needs are greatest and where representation and advocacy can have the most impact for vulnerable Oregonians.
Founded and Founders
No information is available.
Key People
No information is available.
Headquarters
Portland, Oregon
Number of Employees
No information is available.
Revenue
No information is available.
Known For
LASO is known for providing civil legal assistance to low-income individuals across Oregon. The organization offers direct representation and advocacy in essential areas such as domestic violence, housing, healthcare, income protection, and access to social safety-net programs.
Products and Services
Products Offered
1. Legal Assistance and Representation
- Description: LASO provides legal assistance and direct representation to low-income Oregonians. The services include assistance in navigating complex legal proceedings.
- Key Features:
- Advocates for domestic violence survivors, assists in family law issues, and tenant rights.
- Represents clients in government benefits issues and employment problems.
- Provides self-help information and access to free legal clinics.
2. Statewide Hotlines and Programs
- Description: Specialized hotlines and programs to address specific legal needs across Oregon.
- Key Features:
- Oregon Public Benefits Hotline: Assistance with government assistance programs.
- Eviction Defense Project: Legal aid for those facing eviction.
- Farmworker Program: Legal support for agricultural workers.
- Native American Program (NAPOLS): Specializing in the protection of Indian rights.
- Statewide Tax Clinic: Help with IRS issues and Department of Revenue matters.
3. Pro Bono Opportunities
- Description: Involvement opportunities for volunteer attorneys.
- Key Features:
- Engagement in pro bono representation across various legal fields.
- Increases access to legal services for low-income Oregonians.
High Level Description
LASO provides comprehensive legal services to vulnerable, low-income populations throughout Oregon, with a particular focus on critical areas such as domestic violence, housing, healthcare, and civil rights. Their services are facilitated through a network of regional offices and statewide programs designed to address various legal needs.
Recent Developments
Recent Developments in the Company
- Solidarity and Anti-Racism Commitment: LASO has stated their commitment to dismantling systemic racism and supporting the Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC) communities. They have renounced racial discrimination and violence, advocating for clients' rights in confronting these issues.
New Products Launched
No recent product launches are mentioned.
New Features Added to Existing Products
No information is available.
New Partnerships
- Eviction Defense Project: It is a collaborative effort with the Oregon Law Center and the Center for Non-Profit Legal Services to provide eviction defense legal help.
This concludes the company research report for Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO). "No information is available" indicates the absence of data points on specific areas requested in the report outline.
