NYLAG Supports Court Simplification For All

December 6, 2019
9:06 am

The current New York court structure perpetuates inequality in our justice system, especially for litigants with low-income. We have seen firsthand how the current court system in New York creates obstacles towards litigants achieving timely and just resolution to their matrimonial and family law cases. We support court simplification for these reasons, and also urge the Committee to review and reform the process of appointing and electing justices to these courts.

Share this post

College student carrying backet in front of school building

How to Solve the College Savings Challenge: 4 Ways to Start

September 23, 2022 No Comments

Paying for a child’s future college tuition can be a big source of stress for caregivers. Here are four ways you can start preparing.

Woman holding hard hat smiling at camera

Help Close the Race and Gender Wage Gap: 11 Actions You Can Take

September 16, 2022 No Comments

A Black woman would have to work 263 extra days to earn what a white, non-Hispanic man earned in 2021. Here are 11 actions you can take to help close the gender and race wage gap.

People stand in line outside_Documented NY

Newly Arrived Migrants Battle Dysfunction and a Dearth of Lawyers in New York’s Immigration Courts

September 16, 2022 No Comments

Recently-arrived migrants seeking to apply for asylum are being met with an overwhelmed legal system. “This is a large need that is unfunded completely,” said NYLAG’s Jodi Ziesemer, who spoke with Documented about the issue.

Person holding sign in front of steps_City Limits

Bill to Require Mental Health Staff at Family Shelters Spurs Worry Over ‘Unintended Effects’

September 15, 2022 No Comments

NYLAG’s Deborah Berkman spoke with City Limits about a new bill that would require New York City to provide mental health services on-site at all homeless shelters that serve families with children.

Testimony: NYC’s Shelters Need Stronger Services, Reporting, and Accommodations for Clients

September 13, 2022 No Comments

NYLAG’s Deborah Berkman testified to the NYC Council Committee on General Welfare advocating for an advisory board on accessibility within shelters, needed improvements to NYC’s shelter intake centers and systems, and better accommodations for residents with disabilities.

Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan: What You Need to Know

August 26, 2022 No Comments

On August 24, 2022, the Biden administration announced a plan for broad student loan cancellation. Twenty million people may have their federal student loans fully cancelled. You may be wondering if you qualify and how the plan will be implemented. Based on what we know so far, here are some answers.