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Legal Aid Society

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Legal aid provider in New York City

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.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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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.2

Timeline

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