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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Paralegal Client Advocate, Reentry Services Unit - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Paralegal Client Advocate, Reentry Services Unit #24-279 New York, New York, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 13, 2025 Job Description The Legal Aid Society's Criminal Defens...
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Arraignment Paralegal I (Citywide) - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Arraignment Paralegal I (Citywide) #24-280 New York, New York, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 13, 2025 Job Description The Criminal Defense Practice of the Legal aid Societ...
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Paralegal I (Staten Island) - Staten Island, NY
Staten Island, New York
Back Paralegal I (Staten Island) #24-46 Staten Island, New York, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Dec 23, 2024 Job Description The Criminal Defense Practice of The Legal Aid Society h...
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Arraignment Supervising Attorney - Kew Gardens, NY
Kew Gardens, New York
Back Arraignment Supervising Attorney #24-248 Kew Gardens, New York, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 23, 2025 Job Description The Legal Aid Society has an opening for an Arraignm...
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Staff Attorney - Elder Law Unit - Housing (Bronx & Brooklyn) - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Staff Attorney - Elder Law Unit - Housing (Bronx & Brooklyn) #24-122 Multiple Locations Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 07, 2025 Job Description The Legal Aid Society's Civil Practice is ...
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Forensic Social Worker (Queens) - Kew Gardens, NY
Kew Gardens, New York
Back Forensic Social Worker (Queens) #24-207 Kew Gardens, New York, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Dec 26, 2024 Job Description The Criminal Defense Practice has one opening for a F...
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Arraignment Paralegal (Manhattan) - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Arraignment Paralegal (Manhattan) #24-169 New York, New York, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Jan 21, 2025 Job Description The Criminal Defense Practice has an immediate opening...
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Juvenile Rights Practice Legal Intern, 1L - Summer 2025 - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Juvenile Rights Practice Legal Intern, 1L - Summer 2025 #24-287 New York, New York, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Feb 07, 2025 Job Description The Legal Aid Society's Juvenile...
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| Job Type | Intern |
Civil Practice Legal Intern, 1L - Summer 2025 - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Civil Practice Legal Intern, 1L - Summer 2025 #24-285 New York, New York, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Feb 07, 2025 Job Description The Legal Aid Society's Civil Practice has...
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Law Reform Legal Intern, 1L - Summer 2025 - New York, NY
New York, New York
Back Law Reform Legal Intern, 1L - Summer 2025 #24-284 New York, New York, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed Feb 07, 2025 Job Description The law reform units of the Legal Aid Society ...
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| Job Type | Intern |