Legal Aid Society

The Legal Aid Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit law firm based in New York City. Founded on March 8, 1876, it is the oldest and largest provider of legal aid in the United States. With over 2,500 employees, including 1,200+ attorneys and 1,200+ support staff, it is the city's largest law firm. Its attorneys provide representation in both criminal and civil matters, including individual cases and class action lawsuits. The organization is funded through a combination of public grants and private donations. It is the largest recipient of funding among regional legal aid providers from the New York City government and is the city's primary legal services provider.