The Legal Aid Society
Mission & Core Values
At The Legal Aid Society, we deliver justice in every borough, working tirelessly to make our city a better place.
Mission
The Legal Aid Society is built on one simple but powerful belief: that no New Yorker should be denied the right to equal justice. We seek to be a beacon of hope for New Yorkers who feel neglected -regardless of who they are, where they come from, or how they identify. From our start over 140 years ago, our growth has mirrored that of the city we serve. Today, we are proud to be the largest, most influential social justice law firm in New York City.
Our staff and attorneys deliver justice in every borough, working tirelessly to defend our clients and dismantle the hidden, systemic barriers that can prevent them from thriving. As passionate advocates for individuals and families, The Legal Aid Society is an indispensable component of the legal, social, and economic fabric of our City.
Core Values
The Legal Aid Society’s core values are based on the themes of Accountability, Trust, Empathy, Equality & Equity, Respect, and Transparency.
- We Live Our Mission - We advocate for our colleagues with the same passion as we do for our clients.
- We Allow Space and Grace - We show compassion in conflict and communication.
- We Elevate One Another - We support, help, and encourage one another.
- We Build Community - We create an environment where our culture is “our connection.” We honor each other’s differences and respect each other’s thoughts.
- We Embrace Change - We are open to challenge our assumptions, continuing to learn, free to create, be flexible, and keep going.
- We Answer Transparently - We take ownership of the part we say and do. Our responsibility is met with action.
- We are the Sum of Our Parts - We acknowledge that every role represents a critical piece of the puzzle to serve our client’s needs effectively.
Careers & Opportunities
Make a change in the fight for equal justice. Join us at The Legal Aid Society, the leading social justice law firm.
The leadership of The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice and excellent representation.
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General Volunteer - Pro Bono - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back General Volunteer - Pro Bono #20-137 New York, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Job Description The Legal Aid Society works with volunteers to expand our ability to provide legal services to a greater number...
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Employee Relations Specialist - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Employee Relations Specialist #25-203 New York, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 14, 2026 Job Description Under the supervision of the Director of Employee Relatio...
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Staff Attorney, Decarceration Project - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Staff Attorney, Decarceration Project #25-200 New York, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 30, 2026 Job Description The Legal Aid Society's Criminal Defense Practice...
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Staff Attorney, Parole Revocation Defense Unit - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Staff Attorney, Parole Revocation Defense Unit #25-180 New York, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 30, 2026 Job Description The Parole Revocation Defense Unit has a...
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Assistant Social Work Supervisor, Brooklyn Trial Office - Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn, New York
Back Assistant Social Work Supervisor, Brooklyn Trial Office #25-219 Brooklyn, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Feb 13, 2026 Job Description The Assistant Social Work Super...
20d
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Staff Attorney, Housing Justice Tenant Defense (Staten Island) - Staten Island, NY
Staten Island, New York
Back Staff Attorney, Housing Justice Tenant Defense (Staten Island) #25-213 Staten Island, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 16, 2026 Job Description The Legal Aid Socie...
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Supervising Attorney - Wrongful Conviction - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Supervising Attorney - Wrongful Conviction #25-234 New York, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Feb 02, 2026 Job Description The Legal Aid Society houses the largest pos...
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Supervising Attorney, Prisoners' Rights Project (PRP) - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Supervising Attorney, Prisoners' Rights Project (PRP) #25-198 New York, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 15, 2026 Job Description The Legal Aid Society 's Criminal...
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Alternative Spring Break Program-2026 - New York, NY
New York, New York
The Legal Aid Society (LAS) invites law students from outside of New York City to apply for our Alternative Spring Break (ASB) program, a week-long hands-on learning experience that gives students who do not attend a local New York Law scho...
22d
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Supervising Attorney, Criminal Appeals Bureau - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Supervising Attorney, Criminal Appeals Bureau #25-199 New York, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 09, 2026 Job Description The Legal Aid Society's Criminal Defense ...
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