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 several positions. Please go to our Employment page for more information.
The latest from Legal Aid’s blog, www.MakingJusticeReal.org
A Historic Increase in Food Stamps
By Hanna Endale, posted on Aug 19, 2021
D.C. Bar Honors Legal Aid Pro Bono Volunteers David Reiser and Dan Cantor
By Jodi Feldman, posted on Jul 27, 2021
Legal Aid Honors Arnold & Porter’s Unemployment Insurance Team
By Jodi Feldman, posted on Jul 22, 2021
D.C. Council Votes Unanimously to Pass Emergency Bill Updating District’s Outdated Debt Collection Law
By Jennifer Lavallee, posted on Jul 14, 2021
The District Must Finally and Completely Eliminate Barriers to the Healthcare Alliance Program
By Damon King, posted on Jul 13, 2021
Legal Aid and Other Advocates Call for More Time as DC Council Votes Today on Legislation to Wind Down Eviction Protections
By Beth Mellen, posted on Jul 13, 2021
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