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Enforces state anti-discrimination laws in the following areas: - Employment - Housing & Real Estate Housing - Places of Public Accommodation - Credit & Insurance Those who feel discriminated against may file a complaint within six months of the occurrence of the act, or one year in cases of alleged housing discrimination.

Offers legal representation in cases with a likelihood of success in establishing positive legal precedents that will affect lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people (LGBT) and people with HIV or AIDS.   Pursues litigation in all areas of the law that affect LGBT individuals and people with HIV/AIDS, including: -  Marriage & Family -  Workplace equality and employment discrimination -  Immigration -  Health Care, including discrimination and breach of confidentiality -  Fair Courts -  Government and police misconduct   Provides targeted advocacy and outreach for: -  Teens & Young Adults -  Transgender individuals -  Seniors -  Those with HIV or AIDS -  Latinos -  Those experiencing discrimination rooted in intersecting identities such as race or class   Offers resources, publications and information about related issues when unable to provide representation and to support self-advocacy.

Handles complaints of discrimination and advocates for those experiencing hate speech or being harassed.   Assists people in navigating bureaucratic systems that have discriminatory policies and procedures. May be able to assist in mediation with these systems.   If there are no resources to confront discrimination within an agency or company that a complaint is being directed toward, this agency will refer a client to the appropriate government agency.   DOES NOT PROVIDE LEGAL COUNSEL OR LEGAL REPRESENTATION.

Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.  Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities.  Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.

Provides free 45-minute to 1-hour appointments with an attorney for advice on civil legal issues such as: consumer, finance/debt, employment, housing, benefits. Appointments are required. Clinics are currently telephonic. Attorneys at the clinic are not able to provide representation.

Through a partnership with the Whatcom Civil Rights Project, this program provides legal assistance and advocacy to people who have experienced discrimination and civil rights violations.

Free online database of guidance on job accommodations and disability employment issues including one-on-one practical guidance and technical assistance on job accommodation solutions, disability legislation, and self-employment and entrepreneurship options for people with disabilities.

Free online database of guidance on job accommodations and disability employment issues including one-on-one practical guidance and technical assistance on job accommodation solutions, disability legislation, and self-employment and entrepreneurship options for people with disabilities.

Ensures equal access to certain health and human services, protects the privacy and security of health information and investigates discrimination on the bases of conscience or religious freedom. Civil Rights Complaint Investigates complaints of discrimination based on race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex (including sex stereotyping and gender identity), or religion in programs or activities that HHS directly operates or to which HHS provides federal financial assistance. Also investigates complaints of discrimination based on disability by a state or local government health care or social services agency.   HIPAA Complaint Investigates complaints that a Health Insurance Portability/Accountability Act-covered entity or its business associate violated health information privacy rights. OCR can investigate complaints against covered entities (health plans, health care clearinghouses, or health care providers that conduct certain transactions electronically) and their business associates. Conscience and Religious Freedom Complaint Investigates complaints that a covered entity discriminated on the basis of conscience or religious freedom, coerced someone to violate your conscience or religious beliefs, or burdened someone's free exercise of religion

Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.  Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities.  Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.

Operates a legal clinic providing a free 30-minute consultation with an attorney (60 minutes if an interpreter or other accommodation is needed) Clinic is open to all, but particular focus is on providing culturally-informed legal services in a safe and welcoming environment to individuals who identify as African American or Black. This clinic is staffed primarily by attorneys of color. Clinic attorneys can: -  Determine whether the client has a legal problem -  Suggest possible options -  Help answer papers, summons and requests -  Provide appropriate referrals   Neighborhood Legal Clinic attorneys may not have expertise in all areas of the law, but they will make every attempt to answer questions accurately. Attorneys CANNOT give advice on criminal legal issues or provide representation on any legal matters.

Works in committee to claim unpaid wages and improve the situation of workers living and working in King County, Washington.   Organizes public campaigns, submits complaints to Labor & Industries, and refers cases to attorneys.

Chinese Information and Service Center, Asian Bar Association of Washington, and Asian Counseling and Referral Service partner with the King County Bar Association to provide a free legal clinic. Pro bono attorneys work with staff and volunteer interpreters to give consultation and legal advice around family law, immigration law, landlord-tenant disputes, employment law, and other areas. As of 9/2024, most consults are virtual but in-person appointments may be available if needed (more information provided to clients during intake phone call). Call (206) 957-8544 for an appointment. Appointments are typically Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 PM. International District Legal Clinic Chinese Information and Services Center 611 S Lane St. Seattle, WA 98144

Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.  Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities.  Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.

Operates legal clinics providing free 30 minute consultations with an attorney at multiple locations across King County. As of 9/2024, most clinics are telephonic, but there may be limited in-person availability in Seattle and Kent. Details will be provided to clients during intake screening. Clinic attorneys can: - Determine whether the client has a legal problem - Suggest possible options - Help answer papers, summons and requests - Provide appropriate referrals Neighborhood Legal Clinic attorneys may not have expertise in all areas of the law, but they will make every attempt to answer questions accurately. Attorneys CANNOT give advice on criminal legal issues or provide representation on any legal matters.

Counsels, mediates and advocates on behalf of Muslims who have experienced religious discrimination, defamation or hate crimes. Also provides referrals, if necessary, to attorneys who can assist with workplace, immigration or school discrimination as well as other forms of discrimination.

Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.  Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities.  Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.

Prohibits discrimination by private parties when contracting in unincorporated King County and by King County government in its own contracting because of a person's race, color, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, ancestry, national origin or disability.

Provides MEDIATION services only. Does NOT mediate dissolutions (divorce) or child custody matters. Does NOT offer any legal advice. Parties voluntarily negotiate the settlement of their disputes with an impartial third party. The parties decide the outcome of the mediation, rather than a judge or arbitrator. The mediator serves to guide the process, mediators are second- and third-year law students under the supervision of law faculty. Typical mediation cases include: - Buyer/Seller - Real Estate Issues - Consumer/Business - Co-workers - Employer/Employee - Housemates/Roommates - Landlord/Tenant - Neighbors - Student/Staff - General Civil Litigation

Investigates complaints of discrimination in employment for employers with eight or more employees located in unincorporated King County, and for employees of King County government and contractors with King County.  It is against the law to discriminate because of a person's race, color, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, ancestry, national origin or disability.

Provides information and referral for job placement and training, respite care, legal assistance, financial assistance, scholarships, seizure/epilepsy information, books and materials. Assists people with epilepsy in employment referrals and consultation regarding employment rights. Provides epilepsy education through in-service trainings, presentations to schools and the community, a member newsletter and seminars.

Supports civil rights legislation and opposes racial discrimination.  Ensures that all students have access to an equal and high-quality education by eliminating racial and ethnic disparities.  Also works to combat discrimination in the areas of housing, employment and health care. Empowers African Americans and people of color by increasing awareness and participation in the electoral process.

Investigates and resolves complaints regarding discrimination or discriminatory harassment in employment, contracting, places of public accommodation, and housing occurring within the city of Seattle. The Fair Employment Practices Ordinance of Seattle prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, gender identity, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical, mental, or sensory), the use of a guide dog, sexual orientation, ancestry, political ideology, creed, marital status, genetic information and veteran status.    The Unfair Housing Practices Ordinance of Seattle prohibits discrimination in housing based on : -  Age -  Race -  Color -  National origin -  Ancestry   -  Religion -  Gender -  Sexual orientation -  Political ideology -  Marital status -  Parental status -  Disability -  Veteran status -  Creed -  Use of a service animal   -  Criminal History (use of background check prohibited) -  Source of income (includes use of Section 8 voucher and public benefits)   Discrimination related to AIDS/HIV is prohibited under the disabilities provisions of Seattle ordinances and state law. This includes people who have or are perceived to have AIDS.    Ordinances for Landlord/Tenants also include: -  Screening criteria must be provided to tenants -  Units must be rented to first applicant that submits a completed application unless there is a legitimate denial reason -  When denied, written notice that includes registry of denial basis must be provided to tenants    The Public Accommodations Ordinance of Seattle prohibits discrimination in any public accommodation based on race, color, gender identity, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, women breastfeeding in public, use of a trained guide or service dog, or the presence of any disability (sensory, mental, physical, or veteran status).   The Fair Contracting Ordinance of Seattle prohibits discrimination in contracting based on race, color sex, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, or the presence of any disability (sensory, mental or physical. )   These laws also protect against harassment and retaliation due to involvement in a discrimination complaint. Advance notice needed for an interpreter.

Hosts a legal clinic specifically designed to address the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals and couples. This clinic is run by QLaw Foundation in partnership with the King County Bar Association. The clinic is open to everyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. At the clinic, an attorney will meet with clients for 30 minutes and provide individualized legal advice and information. Clinic attorneys will answer questions and provide information in a variety of areas including family law, immigration, debt and bankruptcy, divorce/dissolution, employment discrimination, and transgender legal issues.

The ACLU-WA participates in "impact litigation" designed to protect civil rights and civil liberties for large numbers of Washington residents. Does NOT typically provide legal representation to individual complainants and is not a general legal services provider. Through the Information and Referral Program (IRP), DOES provide: - "Know your rights" and legal self-help literature - Referrals to appropriate agencies and organizations In some areas of ACLU emphasis, is able to provide limited advocacy or more specialized advice. The ACLU is particularly active in the following issue areas: - Freedom of expression and freedom of religion - Police practices and accountability - Student rights, school discipline, and education issues - LGBTQ issues - Voting rights - Houseless issues - Sentencing reform - Health Care - Technology and Privacy