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LEGAL AID SOCIETY

EIN: 13-5562265 · NEW YORK, NY 10038 · United States · FY 2023 Data
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Mission Statement

The Legal Aid Society is built on one simple but powerful belief: that no person should be denied the right to equal justice. We seek to be a beacon of hope for New Yorkers who feel neglected —regardless of who they are, where they come from, or how they identify. Our experienced teams provide comprehensive services, support, and advocacy that protect rights, keep families and communities together, and in many cases, saves lives. The Legal Aid Society is an indispensable component of the legal, social, and economic fabric of New York City — passionately advocating for individuals and families across a variety of civil, criminal defense, and juvenile rights matters, while also fighting for legal reform. Just like the city we represent, The Legal Aid Society is also one of the most diverse law firms in the nation.

Financial Overview — FY 2023
$376.6M
Total Revenue
$377.2M
Total Expenses
$9.2M
Net Assets
2411
Employees
Revenue Sources
Expense Breakdown
Program Expense Ratio 93.0%
Fundraising Efficiency 0.0%
Operating Reserve 0.29x
Liability-to-Asset 98.1%
Revenue Diversification 98.3%
Financial History
Year Revenue Expenses Net Assets Program % Staff
2023 $376.6M $377.2M $9.2M 93.0% 2411
2022 $351.4M $354.9M N/A 2304
2021 $327.4M $334.2M N/A 2228
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Organization Details
EIN
13-5562265
State
NY
City
NEW YORK
ZIP
10038
Classification
I800
Category
Crime & Legal-Related
Rating
22★
Last Updated
Oct 2025
IRS Ruling Year
1876
Foundation Code
15
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