Beyond the Flames: Housing Justice and Rebuilding after the Wildfires

The speakers for this symposium explored the intersection of housing justice and the legal and policy obstacles encountered in rebuilding efforts in Los Angeles following the devastating wildfires. The wildfires burned more than 55,000 acres. That's approximately the size of Los Angeles city. Destroyed over 16,251 structures and has claimed at least 29 lives.

These fires were the most catastrophic in all of Los Angeles County's history. The speakers discussed the challenges faced by displaced communities amid ongoing housing shortages, as well as the broader implications for housing policy and zoning. The conversation examined how attorneys, policy makers and the community can use legal tools to promote resilience, address systemic inequities and advance community driven solutions for long term recovery. This symposium took a deeper look into how lawyers can help rebuild not just homes but communities.