Becoming familiar with laws and legal obligations in a new country is an important step for making sure you avoid any unnessecary problems. Listed below are resources to aquaint you with some basic regulations:
Immigration
F-1 Immigration Regulations
J-1 (student) Immigration Regulations
Immigration Attorneys in the Bay Area [pdf]
Family Laws
Legal Matters for Families (non-immigration related)
Taxes
Taxes in the U.S.
Tax Filing Assistance
Tax FAQs
How to Fill Out Your California Non-resident Tax Forms [PowerPoint]
California Non-resident Tax Regulations [PowerPoint]
ASUC Student Legal Clinic
Social Security
What is the Social Security?
Social Security Taxes
How to get a Social Security Number
Legal Help for UC Berkeley Students (on campus)
The Resource Reference Guide for Students (see info on the Legal Clinic)
Tennant Rights
Housing Advocacy for UCB Students (from The Resource)
Tennant Laws
Civil Rights
"Know Your Rights" pamphlet from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)