The LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA is D.C.'s oldest and largest civil legal services organization. Since 1932, Legal Aid lawyers have been MAKING JUSTICE REAL — in individual and systemic ways — for persons living in poverty in the District.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Legal Aid remains open but our offices are closed to the public. Please apply for services online or by the phone.
ACTUALIZACIÓN DE COVID-19: La Asistencia Legal permanece abierta pero nuestras oficinas están cerradas al público. Por favor solicite nuestros servicios en línea o por teléfono.
Legal Aid is currently hiring for a Legal Assistant/Paralegal. Please go to our Employment page for more information.
The latest from Legal Aid’s blog, www.MakingJusticeReal.org
USDA withdraws harmful SNAP rule that would have cut off benefits for millions nationwide
By Tamar Hoffman, Legal Intern, and Jennifer Mezey, Deputy Legal Director, posted on Jun 11, 2021
The Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia Launches the 2021 Making Justice Real Campaign
By Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia, posted on Jun 07, 2021
The Council Should Not Weaken Protections from Utility Shut-Offs During the Pandemic
By Damon King, posted on May 17, 2021
DC Council to Consider Restarting Eviction Process Before New STAY DC Rental Assistance Program Is Effectively Serving Tenants
By Beth Mellen, posted on May 17, 2021
STAY DC Program Needs an Overhaul to Live Up to Its Promise to Prevent an Eviction Crisis
By Emily Near, posted on May 17, 2021
DC Among Jurisdictions with Highest Insured Rates in the Pandemic, But Still Room for Improvement
By Christine Kumar, posted on May 04, 2021
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