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NYLAG’s lawyers and staff have deep expertise in civil legal issues, including domestic violence, education rights, healthcare access [Medicaid and Medicare], housing, immigration, LGBTQ rights, veterans’ rights, consumer law, employment law, government & pubic benefits, and much more.
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Our Statements and Releases
NYLAG Names Lisa Rivera as New President and CEO
Rivera, a public interest attorney and staunch advocate for client-centered and trauma-informed legal services, has served in a range of positions at NYLAG for two decades, most recently as managing attorney. She is the first person of color and first Latinx person to serve in this role, and began her tenure on July 1, 2022.
Huge Win in NYLAG Lawsuit Levels the Legal Playing Field for Immigrant Advocates
A historic settlement requires the Board of Immigration Appeals to make its judicial decisions publicly available.
Historic FOIA Settlement Levels Legal Playing Field for Immigrant Advocates
A federal district court in New York ordered the U.S. Board of Immigration Appeals to establish an online library of its unpublished opinions – the result of a settlement between the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) and the U.S. Department of Justice.
NYLAG in the News
After Russia invaded Ukraine, some local émigrés lost their retirement income
Many Russian émigrés lost access to Russian pensions after the invasion of Ukraine and have petitioned the Social Security Administration to increase monthly payments to offset the loss. NYLAG’s Michelle Spadafore spoke with GBH News about the issue.
Demand for food and cash assistance in New York at highest levels in years
NYLAG’s Abby Biberman spoke with the Times Union about the recent spike in demand for food and cash assistance for low-income residents in New York. “Anecdotally, our clients are experiencing a lot of problems with their benefits lately,” Biberman said. “We’ve seen a lot of delays.”
NYLAG Receives Grant Funding from Governor Hochul to Aid Newly Arrived Immigrants in NYC
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of three new legal services grants aimed at assisting the thousands of immigrants who have arrived in New York City this year. NYLAG is one of three community-based organizations to receive funding.
