Our hearts go out to all those affected by the devastating fires in Los Angeles. First Legal stands in solidarity with the individuals, families, and businesses who have experienced unimaginable loss, and we extend our deepest gratitude to the heroic first responders who have worked tirelessly to protect lives and property.
To support our colleagues in the legal industry and the broader community, we’ve compiled a list of resources designed to assist those affected by the fires. It is our hope that these resources will offer guidance and support during this challenging time as we all work together to rebuild and recover.
Los Angeles County
- Eaton Fire Damage Map
- Palisades Fire Damage Map
- Additional resources, including an option to sign up for daily updates on emergency information and recovery resources
- Registrar & Recorders Office for Property and Vital Records
- 1-800-201-8999, select Option 1 followed by Option 2
- recorder@rrcc.lacounty.gov
Los Angeles County Bar Association
- Legal Resources, Court Closures, and News Regarding the Los Angeles Fires, including resources for fire victims to find a lawyer, opportunities to help pro bono, and court closure information
Beverly Hills Bar Association
- Free Webinar: A Guide to Property Damage Claims Following a Natural Disaster, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Pacific via Zoom
Pepperdine Caruso School of Law
- Free Training: FEMA Training for Local Attorneys (January 2025 Wildfires in Los Angeles), Thursday, Jan. 16, 6 p.m. Pacific via Zoom
The State Bar of California
- Legal Help After a Disaster page includes information on how to find an attorney, access government resources, and avoid legal fraud and other attorney misconduct
- Regulatory Information for Attorneys Impacted by the California Fires page includes information about attorneys’ ethical obligations in the wake of a natural disaster
Small Business Association
- 1-800-659-2955 from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.
SBA Disaster Assistance Website
- For assistance with SBA disaster loans (including physical loss and non-COVID EIDL), please email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.
- After a declared disaster, SBA operates Disaster Recovery Centers where you can get in-person assistance. Walk-ins are accepted, but you can schedule an in-person appointment at an SBA Disaster Recovery Center in advance (https://appointment.sba.gov/).
Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation
Helping business with access to capital and other business assistance resources
Office of California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara Insurance Support Workshop
The Office of California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara will be hosting FREE workshops to support L.A. residents affected by the recent wildfires:
- Saturday, Jan. 18, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Sunday, Jan. 19, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Santa Monica College, Performing Arts Center East Wing: 1310 11th St., Santa Monica, CA 90401. Experts will be available for one-on-one consultations. To schedule an appointment please call 1-800-927-4357. More info at insurance.ca.gov.
Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network
Connecting those in need with those who have donations or want to volunteer
Price Gouging Resources
- Los Angeles County Consumer & Business Affairs information and resources regarding price gouging, and how to report it
- California Office of the Attorney General
Los Angeles Times
“If you lost your home or business in the wildfires, here’s what to do next”
Thank you for trusting First Legal as a resource during this challenging time. Stay safe and take care.
