At The Legal Aid Society our Civil, Criminal Defense, Juvenile Rights, and Pro Bono practices work tirelessly in and out of the courtroom to defend our clients and dismantle the hidden, systemic barriers that can prevent them from thriving in New York City. We seek to be a beacon of hope for those who feel neglected —regardless of who they are, where they come from, or how they identify. Our experienced teams provide comprehensive services, support, and advocacy that protect rights, keep families and communitiess together, and in many cases, saves lives. We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

Gothamist: Bronx mom keeps up fight after judge blocks NYC voucher expansion
NYDN: Robot pulled from Times Square subway patrol may be in line for new assignment
The Imprint: Lawsuit Alleges NYC Police Illegally Share Sealed Juvenile Arrest Records
NYDN: Outreach program funded by Manhattan DA Bragg’s office aids New Yorkers in crisis
Gothamist: Women accused these jail guards of sexual assault. The men still work at Rikers.
AMNY: Why, robot? Adams admin still hasn’t found new use for K5 police droid
Next City: How NYC Tenants Are Getting Rent Breaks as ‘Good Cause’ Kicks In
NY Times: Illegal Police Stops Have Risen Under Mayor Adams, Despite Court Mandate
Queens Daily Eagle: Rikers detainees missed over a third of medical appointments last year
The City: Five Years After Leaving Rikers, Lloyd Haynes Is Still Fighting City Jails for Answers
Reason: Their Records Were Supposed To Be Sealed. The NYPD Accessed Them Anyway.