Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County - Santa Maria Office

General Contact Information

Website
www.lafsbc.org
Email
intake@lafsbc.org
Phone
805-922-9909
201 S. Miller Street
Suite 209
Santa Maria, CA 93454

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How to Get Help

LEGAL CLINIC
Address
1415 State St.
1st Fl.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone Number (805) 242-3104
Hours
  • Friday 10am-12pm
Information

Consumer Debt & Bankruptcy Clinic
1st & 3rd Friday of Every Month: conducted in person at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court:

All Other Fridays: PHONE ONLY
PHONE
Hours
  • Monday 9:30 am - noon and 1:30 - 4 pm
  • Tuesday 9:30 am - noon and 1:30 - 4 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am - noon and 1:30 - 4 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am - noon and 1:30 - 4 pm
  • Friday by appointment only
Information

Seniors (60+): An attorney is available for advice and information during a 30-minute consultation.

Call: 805-963-6754

1st & 3rd Thursdays: 10:15am, 10:45am, and 11:15am (Phone only)

Every Wednesday: 10:15am, 10:45am, and 11:15 am (in-person only)

Estate Planning: An attorney is available for advice and information during a 30-minute consultation.

Call: (805) 963-6754

NOTE: Only ONE appointment available per week (Thursdays, 10am)

Who We Are

LAFSBC represents low income and senior clients in critical civil legal issues including eviction, fair housing, foreclosure, domestic violence, elder abuse and neglect, sexual assault, consumer fraud, guardianships, and human trafficking.
 
LAFSBC's income eligibility varies by program. In general, housing and guardianship clients need to have an income no more than 200% of the federal poverty level. Income is a consideration in domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse cases but the policy is to assist anyone in immediate need and assist those who can afford an attorney to find one after safety is achieved. Foreclosure and consumer fraud also do not have strict income requirements but income is a consideration along with other factors.

Who We Serve

Area(s)
  • Santa Barbara County
Language(s) Spoken
  • Spanish / Español
Income Guidelines

Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County prioritizes individuals and families with incomes at 200% of the FPL and below.
Is this organization accessible by wheelchair? Yes
Does this organization provide access for the hearing impaired? Yes

Type of Help

This group provides the following types of services based on your legal needs and its resources:
  • Full Legal Representation
  • Brief Advice
  • Pro Se Legal Clinic
  • Self-Help Materials
Description of Services

Income and county residency-based services:
Tenants at risk of eviction (Unlawful Detainer)
Tenants at risk of losing Section 8 or other housing subsidies
Fair Housing/Housing Discrimination (Santa Maria, City of Lompoc, and Unincorporated Santa Barbara County)
Guardianship & Conservatorship (Lompoc/ Santa Maria ONLY)
Foreclosure Prevention/Consumer Protection – assisting distressed homeowners with foreclosures, consumer fraud, debt collection, scams, and other related matters (partnership with San Luis Obispo Legal Aid Foundation)

Other Service (see website for details):
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders & Related Services
Elder Abuse Restraining Orders & Related Services
Sexual Assault Civil Restraining Orders & Related Services
Immigration Assistance for Victims of Crimes (U-Visa, T-VISA)
Financial Abuse/Exploitation of Seniors (Age 60+) (partnership with Family Service Agency)
Disability benefits advocacy for people experiencing homelessness (partnership with Good Samaritan Shelter)
Last Review and Update: May 28, 2026
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