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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Staff Attorney, Queens Tenant Defense - Kew Gardens, NY
Kew Gardens, New York
Back Staff Attorney, Queens Tenant Defense #25-190 Kew Gardens, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 02, 2026 Job Description The Legal Aid Society's Civil Practice has exp...
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Staff Attorney, Immigration Law Unit - Federal Litigation Team - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Staff Attorney, Immigration Law Unit - Federal Litigation Team #25-229 New York, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 21, 2026 Job Description The Immigration Law Unit...
20h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Temporary Housing Coordinator, Housing Justice Helpline - New York, NY
New York, New York
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Attorney-in-Charge, Bronx Trial Office - Bronx, NY
Bronx, New York
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Temporary Paralegal I, Housing Justice Helpline - New York, NY
New York, New York
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Temporary Paralegal Casehandler, Law Reform Unit - New York, NY
New York, New York
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Criminal Defense Practice Legal Intern, 2L - Summer 2026 - New York, NY
New York, New York
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| Job Type | Intern |
Criminal Defense Practice Legal Intern, 1L - Summer 2026 - New York, NY
New York, New York
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Civil Practice Legal Intern, 1L - Summer 2026 - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Civil Practice Legal Intern, 1L - Summer 2026 #25-220 New York, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Feb 06, 2026 Job Description The Legal Aid Society's Civil Practice ha...
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Mitigation Specialist, Adolescent Intervention and Diversion Program (AID) - Kew Gardens, NY
Kew Gardens, New York
Back Mitigation Specialist, Adolescent Intervention and Diversion Program (AID) #25-218 Kew Gardens, New York, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Feb 06, 2026 Job Description The Legal...
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| Job Type | Full Time |