Legal Aid Society
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 Justice in 

Every Borough

Our Work

The Legal Aid Society is built upon one simple but powerful belief: that no New Yorker should be denied the right to equal justice.

Making A Difference

“At The Legal Aid Society, we work towards increasing access to justice for low-income New Yorkers. Whether in the courtroom or in the community, we are tireless in our dedication to this mission.”
Twyla Carter Attorney-in-Chief and Chief Executive Officer

197K

Individual legal matters handled per year

190K

Hours of pro bono work per year

31K

Helpline calls answered for a range of legal issues per year