Mental Health Advocacy Services
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About this Office
Mental Health Advocacy Services, Inc. (MHAS) is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation providing free legal services to people with mental and developmental disabilities. MHAS was established in 1977 as a joint project of the Los Angeles County and Beverly Hills Bar Associations. In 1979 MHAS incorporated and added the Mental Health Association in California as its third sponsor. MHAS assists approximately 3,000 children and adults annually, with an emphasis on obtaining government benefits and services, protecting rights and fighting discrimination. MHAS also serves as a resource to the community by providing training and technical assistance to attorneys, mental health professionals, consumer and family member groups, and other advocates. In addition, MHAS participates in impact litigation in an effort to improve the lives of people with mental and developmental disabilities.
Service Provided
- · Civil Rights
- · Education Law
- · Health Care Law
- · Juvenile Law
- · Public Benefits
- · Real Estate Law
Nearby Office
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Central American Resource Center, Los Angeles
2845 West Seventh Street, Los Angeles, CA - 90005 -
California Lawyers for the Arts
12304 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste. 304, Los Angeles, CA - 90025
