California Indian Legal Services

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Civil Litigation Lawyer

3.8(5 Google reviews)

609 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025, United States

Information last updated October 14, 2026

Practice Areas

Civil Litigation Criminal Defense Family Law

About California Indian Legal Services

California Indian Legal Services (CILS) is a non-profit law firm established in 1967, specializing in Federal Indian Law. Founded by George Duke and David Risling, CILS is dedicated to protecting and advancing Indian rights, self-determination, and tribal nation-building.

The firm provides free and low-cost legal services to both individual Native Americans and tribes across California. CILS offers representation in areas such as Federal Indian Law, including specific projects like the California Water Study and the Military Discharge Upgrade Project. They also assist with clearing criminal records, addressing discrimination claims, and representing tribes in Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) cases.

Beyond legal representation, CILS offers community education resources and training to strengthen tribal governments and improve the lives of Native peoples. With field offices in Bishop, Escondido, McKinleyville, Sacramento, and Eureka, CILS aims to serve all California counties.

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: Tamara Honrado — Directing Attorney for the Northern Office
Services listed: Federal Indian Law, Legal Services for Individual Native Americans, Legal Services for Tribes, Community Education Resources and Training, California Water Study, Military Discharge Upgrade Project, Discrimination
Founded: 1967
Fees: California Indian Legal Services offers free or low-cost representation, with free services available to individuals at or below the federal poverty level, and fee-for-service options at lower-than-ma

Source: calindian.org · checked October 14, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 8:30 am–5 pm
Tuesday: 8:30 am–5 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am–5 pm
Thursday: 8:30 am–5 pm
Friday: 8:30 am–5 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Details & Amenities

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible toilet

California Indian Legal Services — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is California Indian Legal Services located?+

California Indian Legal Services is located at 609 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does California Indian Legal Services handle?+

California Indian Legal Services handles Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact California Indian Legal Services?+

Call California Indian Legal Services at +1 760-746-8941 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is California Indian Legal Services well rated?+

California Indian Legal Services has a 3.8-star rating based on 5 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

5 reviews

Peg Anderson Puchrik· via Google
Helpful
6 years ago
Pilar Sandoval· via Google
Good luck to those who visit that place is a perfect place to be humiliated, expose you and knock on the door of your room at two in the morning and treat you as a criminal for finding a ticket
6 years ago
Rudolph G.V. Medina· via Google
The staff Frank V. and Summer are simply amazing always willing to help me with my questions and concerns... Many blessings to them in ALL that they do in helping us Native Americans in our time of need...🕊️🦅🎵☮️☯️😊
7 years ago
Phillip Nicholson· via Google
Well in the spirit I hope all well to you who care about the rumors it how the tortis wins the race
3 years ago
Tom· via Google
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a year ago