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Public Counsel and the Power of 1+1
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As the nation’s largest pro bono law firm, Public Counsel connects people in need with attorneys, students and other volunteers ready to help. That’s the power of 1+1, and it’s helping thousands of people achieve their dreams. Watch this video to learn more and visit www.publiccounsel.org/power to share this video with 1 other person, or your whole universe. Add it up: Public Counsel creates $12 in value for every $1 in program support we receive. Last year we provided direct services worth $88 million to 32000 people, and reached tens of thousands more through litigation for foster youth, students, farm workers, and families.
Legal Aid Matters Part 1
The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern NY presents a video outlining how we provide effective, free civil legal services and education to and advocacy for people with low income or other barriers to accessing the legal system.
New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) – Visionaries
The New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) provides free civil legal services to low-income New Yorkers who cannot afford a private attorney. This film follows the stories of two young women whose lives were saved through NYLAG’s advocacy.