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Day in the Life Stories

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Reuniting Families in the Juvenile Rights Practice

Martha Arellano, a forensic social worker, collaborates with attorneys, paralegals, and investigators to advocate for the best outcome for her clients in a system that often does not protect them.

Restoring Clients’ Humanity in the Parole Revocation Defense Unit

Marissa Kubicki, a forensic social worker, knows the harm incarceration can bring from her time working on Rikers Island.

Advocating for Treatment, Not Jail in the Criminal Defense Practice

Afeisha Julien, a Forensic Social Worker, works to ensure clients with a mental health diagnosis or other disability receive treatment and support as an alternative to incarceration.

Preventing Evictions in the Citywide Housing Justice Practice

Munonyedi “Mun” Clifford and her team are fighting to ensure low-income New Yorkers have a voice in housing court.

Serving Children Holistically in the Juvenile Rights Practice

Maria Kaidas, a social worker, and Sirica McIntosh, an attorney, work in tandem for the best possible outcomes for their young clients.

Supporting Small Businesses in the Community Development Project

Rolando Gonzalez and his team give clients tools to improve their standard of living and support their families.

Advocating for Vulnerable Youth in the Immigration Law Unit

Liz Rieser-Murphy is unwavering in her dedication to representing young people coming to the United States in search of a better life.

Investigating All Sides of the Case in the Criminal Defense Practice

Daequan Shane's work ensures that Legal Aid attorneys have the tools and critical context they need to give clients the best defense possible.

Donor Profile: Access to Justice is the Duty of All New Yorkers

When asked why she supports The Legal Aid Society, Marian Brancaccio’s answer was simple: it's her duty.

Ensuring Access to Representation With Our Pro Bono Partners

Laura Samet Buchwald, a partner at David Polk, has deep ties to The Legal Aid Society. Her formative experience as an investigative intern with the Criminal Defense Practice helped to define the lawyer she is today.