The Legal Aid Society | Diversity Employer
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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Forensic Social Worker (Bronx)
The Bronx, New York
Forensic Social Worker (Bronx) May 22, 2024 The Criminal Defense Practice has an opening for a Forensic Social Worker in its Bronx office to provide client services. While working closely with the Criminal Defense attorneys, the Forensic So...
7h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Law Graduate, Housing Justice - Tenant Defense - Fall 2024
New York, New York
Law Graduate, Housing Justice - Tenant Defense - Fall 2024 Jun 21, 2024 The Legal Aid Society's Civil Practice has Law Graduate positions available in the Housing Justice Unit - Tenant Defense for Fall 2024. While awaiting New York Bar admi...
7h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Forensic Social Worker (Bronx)
Bronx, New York
Forensic Social Worker (Bronx) May 22, 2024 The Criminal Defense Practice has an opening for a Forensic Social Worker in its Bronx office to provide client services. While working closely with the Criminal Defense attorneys, the Forensic So...
7h
| Job Type | Full Time |
New York, New York
Litigation Assistant Jun 18, 2024 The Legal Aid Society, the nation's oldest and largest social justice legal services organization, has immediate openings for dedicated, passionate Litigation Assistants in the Criminal Defense Practice thr...
14h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Forensic Social Worker (Brooklyn)
Brooklyn, New York
Forensic Social Worker (Brooklyn) Jun 14, 2024 The Criminal Defense Practice has an opening for a Forensic Social Worker in its Brooklyn office to provide client services. While working closely with the Criminal Defense attorneys, the Foren...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Paralegal II - CAB Parole Advocacy Project Litigation
New York, New York
Paralegal II - CAB Parole Advocacy Project Litigation Jun 14, 2024 The Criminal Appeals Bureau (CAB) of The Legal Aid Society is the largest post-conviction public defender in New York City, annually providing holistic, client-centered repr...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Director of Economic Equities Project
New York, New York
Director of Economic Equities Project Jun 7, 2024 The Legal Aid Society's Civil Practice is seeking an experienced and talented lawyer with a deep commitment to public interest practice and policy. The Director of Economic Equities Project ...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |
The Bronx, New York
Investigator (Bronx) Jun 3, 2024 As the primary public defender in New York City, The Legal Aid Society's staff zealously and tirelessly work to protect the rights of the most marginalized and disenfranchised in society. The expansive reach...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Bronx, New York
Investigator (Bronx) Jun 3, 2024 As the primary public defender in New York City, The Legal Aid Society's staff zealously and tirelessly work to protect the rights of the most marginalized and disenfranchised in society. The expansive reach...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Supervising Attorney, Housing-Related Government Benefits (Staten Island)
Staten Island, New York
Supervising Attorney, Housing-Related Government Benefits (Staten Island) Jun 21, 2024 The Legal Aid Society's Civil Practice is seeking experienced and talented lawyers with a deep commitment to public interest practice and policy to join ...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |