Uncommon Law

General Contact Information

318 Harrison St.
#103
Oakland, CA 94607

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How to Get Help

PHONE
Phone Number (510) 271-0310
Information

Uncommon Law will respond to any resource or intake inquiries over the phone on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Who We Are

UnCommon Law supports people navigating California's discretionary parole process through trauma-informed, pro-bono legal representation, mental health counseling, and in-prison programming led by those who have been through the process themselves.

If you find any of these resources helpful for your incarcerated loved ones, you can contact UnCommon Law by phone, or through their our contact form, and they will provide a mailed copy.

Who We Serve

Area(s)
  • Statewide
Language(s) Spoken
  • Spanish / Español
Is this organization accessible by wheelchair? No
Does this organization provide access for the hearing impaired? No
Eligibility Restrictions

Out-of-state individuals are eligible ONLY IF they are under parole consideration in California

Type of Help

This group provides the following types of services based on your legal needs and its resources:
  • Full Legal Representation
  • Brief Advice
Description of Services

Consultations
Parole Hearing Representation
Habeas Petitions & Class Action Litigation

UnCommon Law CANNOT represent:

Individuals challenging their original convictions

Individuals seeking assistance with issues related to resentencing

Individuals litigating the conditions of their confinement in civil rights actions

Out-of-state individuals UNLESS they are also eligible for parole consideration in California

UnCommon Law DOES NOT offer:

Referrals to a private attorney

Legal advice to those that are not clients

Assistance with medical or mental health issues

Assistance individuals seeking to challenge the outcome of a previous parole hearing

Last Review and Update: Apr 30, 2026
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