Casa Cornelia Law Center

We are Casa Cornelia Law Center

A 501(c)(3) non-profit law firm, that provides quality, pro bono legal services to victims of human & civil rights violations. 

We are committed helping to indigent persons within the immigrant community in greater San Diego County. That includes:

• Individuals seeking asylum to escape unjust persecution, violence, and death in their home country.
• Undocumented victims of domestic violence, trafficking, and other crimes.
• Abandoned, immigrant children seeking legal protection and visas.

Since 1993, more than 18,000 men, women, and children have turned to Casa Cornelia for legal assistance and humanitarian protection. Today, our work is carried out by 27 staff members and a network of hundreds of volunteer attorneys, interpreters, translators, law students, and community members. We educate the public regarding the impact of immigration law and policy on the community.

“It’s almost like I was given my life back, and much better, much stronger, less afraid. No longer do I feel like I have to be invisible.”

2022 Impact Numbers

• 2,323 individuals reached out to Casa Cornelia for legal advice, representation and support
• 895 children turned to us for help escaping violence and neglect
• 986 asylum seekers from around the world sought our counsel
• 442 victims of crime such as trafficking and domestic violence requested our support

We Have served in over 40 languages and will continue to serve with the support of the community.

“When I received my visa, my dreams became true. My daughter is now in high school, my son is starting college, and [I am] looking to continue my education towards something bigger for myself.”