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LAS Sues on Behalf of Tenants in Collapsed Bronx Building

Tenants are suffering from landlord harassment on top of dangerous conditions, including gas outages, exposure to construction dust, and vermin infestations.

Twyla Carter Honored on List of New York’s Most Influential Black Leaders

For the second year in a row, Legal Aid's Attorney-in-Chief and CEO is part of City & State's The Power of Diversity: Black 100 list.

LAS in the News 02.02.24

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 Lauds City Council’s Override on How Many Stops Act

Legal Aid also threatened litigation should the Administration refuse to implement the new laws.

Lilia Toson to Lead Civil Citywide Units at LAS

In her new role Toson will lead and support a variety of specialized teams throughout the five boroughs.

LAS in the News 01.26.24

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 Demands Greater Accountability for Law Enforcement

In a new amicus brief, Legal Aid argues that the deeply flawed qualified immunity doctrine must be overruled by the Supreme Court.

LAS in the News 01.19.24

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 Condemns Mayor Adams for Vetoing the How Many Stops Act

Legal Aid is asking the City Council to hold an override vote to enact the legislation which would enhance NYPD accountability.

LAS Secures Exoneration for Client Steven Ruffin

Mr. Ruffin spent nearly 14 years incarcerated for a crime he did not commit.