Our Mission


Friends of the Los Angeles County Law Library furthers access to justice by raising funds and supporting LA Law Library’s programs, services, and collections, which serve as an essential safety net protecting the most vulnerable in our community and everyone else in need of free legal information, education, and resources.

Who We Are


Supporting the LA County Law Library Since 1993!

Supported by the private sector, Friends of the LA County Law Library is dedicated to raising funds for LA Law Library.

Established in 1891, LA Law Library is a vital civic institution that serves not only judges, attorneys and government officials but also individuals and self-represented litigants. Friends’ activities raise the visibility of LA Law Library and provide a needed, additional base of financial support. Proceeds from past events have been used to expand access, upgrade technology and provide services to the self-represented.

Friends of the Los Angeles County Law Library is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization; our tax i.d. number is 76-0736733.

Charitable Contributions

Your gift helps support the Friends’ goal of providing ever greater access to justice to residents of LA County through the services and programs of LA Law Library. There are several ways to donate to the Friends, please visit our donations page to learn more. Thank you!

Announcing the 2024 Beacon of Justice Award Gala

Thursday, April 18, 2024
at the LA County Law Library

Our 2024 Honorees

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Laurie L. Levenson

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Capri Maddox