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Materials for Providers of Legal Self-Help Service

Natural Disaster Recovery Materials

COVID-19 Resources

Emergency Closures and COVID-19 (Coronavirus): Resource now available on the Self-Help website related to some of the emergency actions taken by the courts due to COVID-19 that most impact self-represented litigants during this crisis. The areas covered include how emergency orders and rules may affect filing papers, court hearings, protective/restraining orders, child custody and visitation, supervised visitation, child support, and housing. There are also resources included on COVID-19 related to Tribes and Tribal Courts. Translations are available in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese

English and Spanish signs for your court about reduced services and health and safety guidelines


Wildfire Resources

2017-18 Southern California Wildfires, Mudslides, and Related Disasters--Helping Handbook: A Resource for Individuals, Families, and Small Businesses (January 2018) By Morrison & Foerster. There is no cost for using or copying these resources. They were compiled to help the people and organizations affected by the wildfires. Reproduction or distribution of these materials for commercial purposes without prior written permission is strictly prohibited. Available in Spanish.  Organizations may request free print copies in bulk by sending a request to Firehandbook@mofo.com and requesting the Southern California handbook.

2017 Northern California Wildfires Helping Handbook: A Resource for Individuals, Families, and Small Businesses (October 20, 2017) By Morrison & Foerster. There is no cost for using or copying these resources. They were compiled to help the people and organizations affected by the wildfires. Reproduction or distribution of these materials for commercial purposes without prior written permission is strictly prohibited. Available in Spanish.  Organizations may request free print copies in bulk by sending a request to Firehandbook@mofo.com  and requesting the Northern California handbook.

Frequently Asked Questions About FEMA (November 2017). By Legal Aid of Sonoma County. Information about FEMA's disaster housing assistance program, deadlines for applications, and more.