Directly impacted workers shared their first-hand experiences as misclassified independent contractors and explained how meaningful legislation would positively impact their working conditions and lives.

The Winter Benefit is the premier social event of the New Leadership Program, a dynamic group of accomplished young professionals from across the city who support us and our mission through advocacy, volunteer work, and fundraising.

The conference, which brought together attorneys, investigators, and scientists from across the country, tackled issues critical to our clients, including genetic privacy, challenging DNA testing in court, and understanding how new discovery laws impact our forensic practice. 

Have you ever been denied a job, a license, or housing because of your criminal record? “Certificates of Relief from Disabilities” and “Certificates of Good Conduct” are legal documents that can help protect you from discrimination because of your conviction record.

Thanks to all who attended our training session on criminal justice reforms of 2019.

The Legal Aid Society was proud to take part in the 2019 TCS New York City Marathon.

The Legal Aid Society took part in a day of legal assistance for a Bronx Community.

The Legal Aid Society DNA Unit was proud to be part of the 2019 Media Innovation Showcase.

LAS and community partners came together to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the Immigration Court Juvenile Docket.

The Legal Aid Society urges immigrant New Yorkers and others throughout the country in need of vital public assistance to continue using programs that they qualify for.