UnCommon Law,

318 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA 94607

UnCommon Law is a groundbreaking institution located in Oakland, California, dedicated to supporting individuals navigating California's discretionary parole process. Founded by Keith Wattley, a recipient of The James Irvine Foundation's Leadership Award and an inaugural Obama Foundation Fellow, UnCommon Law provides trauma-informed legal representation, mental health counseling, legislative and policy advocacy, and in-prison programming led by those who have experienced the process themselves.

With a focus on individuals serving life sentences for serious or violent crimes, UnCommon Law believes in the capacity for transformation and the importance of providing viable pathways home from prison. The institution challenges the traditional narrative surrounding violent crime, advocating for a more compassionate and inclusive approach to parole and reentry.

Through pro bono legal representation and advocacy, UnCommon Law is working to address bias in the parole process and bring attention to the growing humanitarian crisis in the United States. By amplifying the voices of system-impacted communities and reimagining responses to violence and harm, UnCommon Law is making a significant impact on policy and parole outcomes.

To learn more about UnCommon Law and support their important work, visit their website or contact their legal team for assistance with resource inquiries. Join them in changing the narrative and creating a more just and equitable system for all.