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 Marshall Project: NY’s Prison Guard Strike Ended. For Some, Life-Threatening Effects Persist.
CBS6: Legal Aid Society accuses DOCCS of defying judge’s order on HALT
The City: Inside the Manhattan Court Where ICE Fights to Keep Immigrants Locked Up
Solitary Watch: New York Continues to Violate the HALT Solitary Law