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LAS in the News 01.24.25

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.

The Chief Leader: Lawmakers urge funding to expand loan forgiveness for public-interest attorneys
Gothamist: NYC falling short of Mayor Adams’ goal on federal rental assistance
The City: Rikers Island Takeover Plan Due But Two Sides Are at Odds Over ‘Receiver’ Details
Queens Daily Eagle: Gov leaves out atty student loan relief from budget
Gothamist: Why is Mayor Adams’ budget short roughly $500M in housing assistance?
NYT: Faulty Wiring Caused Fires at 3 Buildings Owned by Notorious Landlord
NYLJ: Chief Judge Joins Panel Exploring Causes for Public’s Eroding Faith in NY Legal System