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.

Documented NY: Overstay Your Visa? Know the Penalties of Unlawful Presence in the U.S.
NYLJ: Proposal to Boost Loan Assistance for NY Public Interest Lawyers Has Legislative Support
The City: City Tests New Shelter Rules Advocates Warn Will Lead To More Street Homelessness
Gothamist: Family says NYC detainee, 21, dies after a week in jail — 3rd detainee death of 2025
The City: City Jail Population Surpasses 7,000, Headed in Wrong Direction for Close-Rikers Plan
Queens Daily Eagle: Rikers detainee becomes third to die in less than a month
Courthouse News Service: NYPD union can’t overturn record police brutality settlement
NYLJ: 2nd Circuit Panel Refuses Police Union’s Bid to Block NYPD’s New Protest Policies
AMNY: Mayor says homeless outreach teams have cleaned up subways, riders unconvinced
The Record: The NYPD is sending more drones to 911 calls, privacy advocates don’t like the view
AMNY: Randy Mastro joining Mayor Adams’ admin as first deputy mayor