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.

LAS secures settlement to end chronic delays to SNAP, Cash Assistance

NYDN: Mayor Adams administration settles court case over delayed NYC SNAP processing
amNY: City settles lawsuit on late SNAP and cash assistance benefits
Pix11: ‘Forced to wait’: NYC to overhaul SNAP application process after lawsuit
WBGO: NYC forced to act quicker with SNAP applications

More LAS in the news

BK Reader: LAS Launches Support Unit For New Yorkers Reentering Society After Prison
Gothamist: NYC bill would allow individuals to sue for violations of sanctuary laws
Bronx Times: Residents say broken elevators, brown water and eviction notices pile up
NY1: Advocates warn bills would roll back short-term rental regulations
City Limits: How These East Harlem Tenants Won Their Rent Strike