Neighborhood Legal Services
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit law practice headquartered in Glendale, California. Founded in 1965 as part of the nation's War on Poverty, NLSLA is one of the largest and most prominent public interest law offices in California. The organization provides free civil legal assistance to low-income and vulnerable individuals throughout Los Angeles County, serving more than 100,000 individuals and families annually.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$27.5M
-0.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$5.6M
+12.4% YoY
Grant Count
22
+10.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$253K
+2.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
NLSLA is a steadfast advocate for individuals, families, and communities throughout Los Angeles County. The organization works to reduce the effects of poverty in Los Angeles' low-income communities, support the development of opportunities for individuals and families to move themselves out of poverty, and protect and enforce the legal rights of poor people by ensuring access to the justice system.
Primary Program Areas:
Housing and Eviction Defense: NLSLA addresses systemic and complex housing issues through affirmative litigation, impact litigation, and policy advocacy. The organization protects the rights of tenants and homeowners by preventing unlawful evictions and represents tenants living in Section 8 and other government-subsidized housing. NLSLA serves as the lead organization on the Shriver Housing Project-Los Angeles and is a partner in Lawyers Preventing and Ending Homelessness (PEHP), a countywide partnership between legal service providers and homeless service providers.
Public Benefits and Healthcare: Advocates help families maintain income security during tough economic times and work with doctors to improve individual and community health.
Domestic Violence and Special Crimes: The organization helps survivors of domestic violence and victims of special crimes.
Impact Litigation and Policy Advocacy: NLSLA engages in high-impact legal advocacy that leads to systemic change.
Service Delivery Methods:
Services are determined on a case-by-case basis and may include legal information, advice and counsel, or legal representation. The organization provides direct representation, policy advocacy, and impact litigation. Attorneys specialize in areas of law that disproportionately impact the poor, including housing, public benefits, and healthcare.
Grantmaking
NLSLA administers grant opportunities, including the **NLSLA Post-Law School Fellowship**, which represents an active funding opportunity.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
NLSLA serves Los Angeles County with physical office locations in:
- Glendale (1104 East Chevy Chase Dr, Glendale, CA 91205)
- Pacoima (13327 Van Nuys Blvd, Pacoima, CA 91331)
- El Monte (3629 Santa Anita Ave #109, El Monte, CA 91731)
- The Wellness Center
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 Financial Data:
- Total assets: $27,508,184
- Total revenues: $31,932,296
- Total expenses: $32,381,685
- Total giving: $5,653,183
Asset and Income Classification: Assets in the $10M–$50M range; annual income ≥$50M
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $27,508,184 | $27,541,931 | $16,757,353 |
| Revenue | $31,932,296 | $38,772,623 | $25,244,252 |
| Expenses | $32,381,685 | $29,496,033 | $24,749,916 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $77,033 | $259,213 | $29,681 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
100 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Neighborhood Legal Services
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles ($2,311,989), Inner City Law Center ($969,185), Public Counsel Law Center ($838,834).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance for Community Empowerment Canoga Park, CA | Client legal assistance through sub-grant | $59,000 |
| Asian Resources Inc Sacramento, CA | Client legal assistance through sub-grant | $16,666 |
| Bet Tzedek Legal Services Los Angeles, CA | Legal services provider through sub-grants | $180,890 |
| Coalition for Humane Immigration Rights Los Angeles, CA | Client legal assistance through sub-grant | $25,000 |
| Community Clinic Association of Los Angeles County Los Angeles, CA | Client legal assistance through sub-grant | $6,666 |
| El Nido Family Centers Los Angeles, CA | Client legal assistance through sub-grant | $25,750 |
| Hunger Action Los Angeles Inc Los Angeles, CA | Client legal assistance through sub-grant | $16,666 |
| Inner City Law Center Los Angeles, CA | Legal services provider through sub-grants | $969,185 |
| Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | Legal services provider through sub-grants | $2,311,989 |
| Legal Aid Society of Orange County -- Community Legal Services Santa Ana, CA | Legal services provider through sub-grants | $179,060 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esteban Rodriguez Esq | Chair | 2 | — |
| Bryan King Sheldon Esq | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Nicolas Orihuela Esq | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Elizabeth Dunbar | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Paul J Loh Esq | Past Chair | 2 | — |
| Saheli Datta Esq | Executive Committee | 2 | — |
| Kathi Frazier | Executive Committee | 2 | — |
| John B Major Esq | Executive Committee | 2 | — |
| Andrea L Tozer Esq | Executive Committee | 2 | — |
| Okemia Barnes | Board Member | 1 | — |
| DrMara Cohen | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Erica Deutsch Esq | Board Member (end 9/24) | 1 | — |
| Alice Fu | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Silva Garabedian | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Paul Garcia | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Zakiya Glass Esq | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Nick Gulino | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Jose R Hernandez | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Dan Innamorati Esq | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Tamila C Jensen Esq | Board Member (end 2/24) | 1 | — |
| Jeffrey Kwong | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Sharre Lotfollahi Esq | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Oscar Madrigal | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Lizbeth Nevarez CPA | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Whitney O'Bryne | Board Member (start 8/24) | 1 | — |
| Marisol Ramirez Esq | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Criselda H Sandoval | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Douglas Smith Esq | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Emily Soong | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Luz Elena Tafolla | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Logan Tiari | Board Member | 1 | — |
| David Willingham | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Mandy Wu | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Mark R Yohalem | Board Member (start 2/24) | 1 | — |
| Selene Zamora | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Yvonne Mariajimenez | President & CEO | 35 | $248,688 |
| Lynne Hiortdahl | Chief Financial Officer | 35 | $163,403 |
| Rachel Steinback | Legal Director | 35 | $134,130 |
| David Pallack | Senior Counsel | 35 | $209,843 |
| Elizabeth Weinberg | VP, Development & Marketing | 35 | $183,229 |
| Roselyn Tan | Controller | 35 | $162,150 |
| Sandra Chung | Chief Operating Officer | 35 | $174,966 |
| Stuart Koenig | Director of Pro Bono | 35 | $137,354 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Neighborhood Legal Services fund?
NLSLA is a steadfast advocate for individuals, families, and communities throughout Los Angeles County. The organization works to reduce the effects of poverty in Los Angeles' low-income communities, support the development of opportunities for individuals and families to move themselves out of poverty, and protect and enforce the legal rights of poor people by ensuring access to the justice system. **Primary Program Areas:** • **Housing and Eviction Defense**: NLSLA addresses systemic and comp…
How do I apply for a grant from Neighborhood Legal Services?
NLSLA administers grant opportunities, including the **NLSLA Post-Law School Fellowship**, which represents an active funding opportunity. **Financial Capacity:** • Total assets: $27,508,184 • Total giving: $5,653,183 • Typical award range: $1,249–$2,311,989
Where does Neighborhood Legal Services make grants?
NLSLA serves Los Angeles County with physical office locations in: • Glendale (1104 East Chevy Chase Dr, Glendale, CA 91205) • Pacoima (13327 Van Nuys Blvd, Pacoima, CA 91331) • El Monte (3629 Santa Anita Ave #109, El Monte, CA 91731) • The Wellness Center
What size grants does Neighborhood Legal Services award?
In 2024, Neighborhood Legal Services awarded 22 grants totaling $5.6M — an average of about $253K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Neighborhood Legal Services's EIN?
Neighborhood Legal Services's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-2408642. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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