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LAS Mourns the Loss of Client Ardit Billa

Mr. Billa, who was just 29-years-old, died while incarcerated at Rikers Island.

LAS Wins Preservation of Key Incentive for Homeless New Yorkers

The City's "unit hold" incentive ensures that apartments are held for prospective tenants using CityFHEPS housing vouchers while their paperwork is processed.

LAS in the News 08.22.25

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.

Tina Luongo Steps Into New ABA Leadership Role

Luongo, Chief Attorney of the Criminal Defense Practice at The Legal Aid Society, will guide the ABA SOC in its mission to support the organization's Sections, Divisions and Forums that serve the global legal profession.

Chandra Hayslett Joins LAS as Chief Communications Officer

Ms. Hayslett is a Pulitzer Prize-winning communications executive with over 20 years of experience.

NYPD Misconduct Lawsuits Cost Taxpayers $77M+ in the First Half of 2025

Since 2018, these lawsuits have cost New York City taxpayers a staggering $834 million.

LAS in the News 08.15.25

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.

Three Years In, Still Fighting for Justice for All New Yorkers

Twyla Carter, Legal Aid's Attorney-in-Chief and Chief Executive Officer, reflects on her time leading the organization.

LAS Sues to Protect New Yorkers Declared Unfit for Trial

Hundreds are routinely left to languish for months on Rikers Island in horrific conditions while they await the court-ordered mental health treatment.

LAS in the News 08.08.25

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.