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City’s Landmark Eviction Defense Program in Dire Need of More Funding

Right to Counsel providers have launched a City funding campaign to ensure that low-income New Yorkers facing eviction have access to an attorney.

LAS in the News 04.07.23

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 Sues City for Illegally Terminating Low-Income New Yorkers’ Rental Vouchers

Thousands of families are at needless risk of eviction and homelessness due to New York City's failure to sustain FHEPS and CityFHEPS rent subsidies.

LAS: Legislature Must Reject Governor’s Proposed Rollbacks to Bail Reform

The Legal Aid Society is calling on lawmakers to follow the data that shows bail reform's success and to reject sensationalized "tough on crime" rhetoric.

LAS in the News 03.31.23

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.

Watch: New Yorkers Need “Good Cause” Eviction Protections

The Legal Aid Society is calling on lawmakers in Albany to enact legislation to protect tenants across New York State.

Natalie Jean-Baptiste Honored with Henry J. Sommer Scholarship

Jean-Baptiste is being recognized for her tireless work on behalf of clients in the areas of credit repair, debt collection defense, bankruptcy, and consumer protection.

100+ NYS Law Professors Reject Governor’s Ill-Conceived Bail Proposal

Professors from law schools across New York State warn that Hochul's proposed changes will only lead to more pretrial caging of Black and Latinx New Yorkers.

Bronx Family of 10 Was Homeless, Now They Face Eviction

The Legal Aid Society and housing advocates statewide are pushing for "Good Cause" eviction protections to help keep families in their homes.

LAS in the News 03.24.23

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.