About Legal Aid Society of New York
Free legal representation for low-income New Yorkers in civil, criminal, and juvenile rights matters. The nation's oldest and largest legal aid organization handles 300,000+ cases annually including housing, immigration, family, and benefits cases.
How to Apply in New York
- Call Legal Aid intake at 1-212-577-3300
- Or visit legalaidnyc.org to find your borough office
- Free for those who qualify based on income
- Covers housing, immigration, family law, public benefits, and criminal defense
- Outside NYC: contact your local Legal Aid office or call 211
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-212-577-3300
Official website: legalaidnyc.org
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How much is Legal Aid Society of New York worth?
Legal Aid Society of New York: Free legal representation.
Legal Aid Society of New York: Free legal representation.
How do I apply for Legal Aid Society of New York in New York?
To apply: Call Legal Aid intake at 1-212-577-3300. Or visit legalaidnyc.org to find your borough office. Free for those who qualify based on income. You can also call 1-212-577-3300. Official website: https://legalaidnyc.org
To apply: Call Legal Aid intake at 1-212-577-3300. Or visit legalaidnyc.org to find your borough office. Free for those who qualify based on income. You can also call 1-212-577-3300. Official website: https://legalaidnyc.org
Who qualifies for Legal Aid Society of New York?
Free legal representation for low-income New Yorkers in civil, criminal, and juvenile rights matters. The nation's oldest and largest legal aid organization handles 300,000+ cases annually including housing, immigration, family, and benefits cases. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Free legal representation for low-income New Yorkers in civil, criminal, and juvenile rights matters. The nation's oldest and largest legal aid organization handles 300,000+ cases annually including housing, immigration, family, and benefits cases. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.