Emergency Preparedness For
Legal Organizations

Continuity of Operations Plan

To help disaster survivors, legal services providers need well-prepared plans for withstanding a disaster’s potential impact on their operations.

Disaster 101

Legal aid organizations play a vital role in the recovery phase of the emergency management cycle. This cycle serves as a framework for mitigating the impacts of a disaster and improving disaster preparedness, response, and recovery operations.

FEMA 101 for Legal Aid Professionals

FEMA assistance can be a lifeline for disaster survivors. Learn about the legal issues involved in obtaining this assistance for them.

How To Use Technology To Serve Your Community

Technology resources — including some free options — can help organizations better serve and communicate with clients for disaster response and other legal support.

LADRC Tool Kit

This LADRC tool kit contains numerous resources for legal organizations to download and recreate with their branding elements. The page also provides guides and quick guides to gain more knowledge on topical information related to disaster law.

Preparing Communities, Families, and Individuals

Help people in your community understand the steps they can take before a disaster to reduce their risks, lessen the damage, and recover more quickly.

Relationship Building With Other Organizations

Legal aid providers who build relationships with emergency management and community-based organizations will be better positioned to help with disaster recovery.

State and Territory Resources

Volunteer Training and Management

Learn how to prepare pro bono attorneys and other volunteers for the legal challenges that disaster survivors face.