Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York

This October, as we recognize Domestic Violence (DV) Awareness Month, we highlight studies that indicate transgender, gender non-conforming, and nonbinary (TGNCNB) people experience DV at higher rates, especially TGNC People of Color. However, many people assume falsely intimate partner violence (IPV) only happens to cisgender women. Sadly, the anti-violence movement of the last 50 years has often ignored or erased the experiences of LGBTQ+ victims which has encouraged this flawed narrative to persist. Empire Justice Center released a Know Your Rights Guide entitled Opening Shelter Doors: A Guide to Shelter Access for transgender, gender non conforming, and nonbinary (TGNCNB) people. This Guide is intended to help TGNCNB New Yorkers better understand what IPV may look like and what program resources are available for help. It also explores what your rights are if you are discriminated against or denied access to these services because of your gender identity or gender expression. English Guide: https://lnkd.in/gAgVX2FE Spanish Guide: https://lnkd.in/gmurrC_q

This October, as we recognize Domestic Violence (DV) Awareness Month, we wanted to share a resource for survivors of domestic violence and other crimes who have civil legal needs as a result of their victimization: NY Crime Victims Legal Help. ()

There's still time to apply for the Spring Law Clerk positions open in all LASNNY offices! #LegalAid #Employment #WereHiring https://lnkd.in/dy6Tpir Law Clerks are paid hourly and work with Legal Aid will count towards the 50 pro bono hour requirement for the New York State Bar.

Were you denied SSD/SSI benefits? Attend our Know Your Rights Clinic at the Brunswick Community Library to determine your next steps! RSVP is encouraged. Contact mtelfer@lasnny.org if you plan on attending. #LegalAid #DisabilityAdvocacy #SSD #SSI #DisabilityBenefits

🎉A huge congrats to our staff members and everyone else that passed the bar! 🎉

Happy Friday! As #ProBonoWeek comes to a close, LASNNY wants to acknowledge that our sincere appreciation for all of our volunteers cannot be contained in one week. Thank you to all of our Pro Bono Volunteers this week and all the rest!

🌟 Why Choose the Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York Over Private Practice? 🌟 Are you weighing your options between a career in private practice and public interest law? Let me tell you why joining the Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York (LASNNY) is a better choice for both your career and your well-being. While the allure of a high salary in private firms is tempting, it often comes at the cost of high billing requirements, expensive benefits, and long hours that compromise your work-life balance. At LASNNY, we prioritize YOU: ✅ Unionized Workforce – We are proud to be a unionized workplace under the Consolidated Legal Aid Workers (CLAW), U.A.W. Local 2320, ensuring that your rights and working conditions are protected. ✅ More Time Off – LASNNY employees enjoy up to 25 vacation days, 14 paid holidays, 6 personal days, and 10 sick days. Compare this to the limited PTO at private firms where associates often can’t afford to take time off due to high billing demands. ✅ Better Health Insurance – We provide premium health, dental, and vision coverage through top-tier providers like Highmark and Delta Dental, with significantly lower out-of-pocket costs compared to private firms. ✅ Work-Life Balance – LASNNY’s attorneys work hundreds of hours less per year than their private practice counterparts, giving you more time to enjoy life outside of work. LASNNY's attorneys enjoy a 35-hour work week. Plus, our flexible hybrid schedules allow you to work from home up to 50% of the time. ✅ Bonuses – LASNNY offers a competitive annual bonus structure as well as referral bonuses. ✅ Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – LASNNY qualifies for PSLF, meaning your federal student loans can be forgiven after 10 years of service. Additionally, we offer tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance to help you manage law school debt while doing meaningful work. While private firms may offer higher salaries, they also come with high-cost benefits, overwhelming billing expectations, and burnout. At LASNNY, you’ll find balance, purpose, and the support of a unionized team that advocates for your professional and personal well-being. Join us at LASNNY and build a career in public service where your impact matters.

Were you denied SSD/SSI benefits? Attend our Know Your Rights Clinic at the Brunswick Community Library to determine your next steps! RSVP is encouraged. Contact mtelfer@lasnny.org if you plan on attending. #LegalAid #DisabilityAdvocacy #SSD #SSI #DisabilityBenefits

Just a couple more weeks to apply for the Spring Law Clerk positions open in all LASNNY offices! #LegalAid #Employment #WereHiring https://lnkd.in/dy6Tpir Law Clerks are paid hourly and work with Legal Aid will count towards the 50 pro bono hour requirement for the New York State Bar.

Happy #ProBonoWeek! We want to take this opportunity to thank all of our Pro Bono Volunteers who have worked with us. Your work does not go unnoticed and we appreciate you endlessly, as do your clients 💚