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Welcome  | Message from the President

We are thrilled to launch our redesigned, enhanced website  - a dynamic and ever-growing resource for the legal services community in New York. One year ago, our website was attacked and was completely destroyed.  Thanks to an emergency grant from the Interest on Lawyer Account Fund of the State of New York (IOLA), we were able to rebuild our site, adding many new features and enhancements.

Users now have the option of registering with our site, selecting interest areas and tailoring their online experience.  Also new is the ability to respond to action alerts, receive eNews and register for trainings online.

Please look around, visit our substantive law sections and register for our new periodic alerts and updates.  Feel free to contact us with any questions or suggestions – many thanks –

Take a minute to view a video message from President & CEO, Anne Erickson. 


Our Goal | Our Long-term Vision

To be the statewide leader working to achieve social and economic justice for people in New York State who are poor, disabled or disenfranchised.

Mission

To protect and strengthen the legal rights of people in New York State who are poor, disabled or disenfranchised through: systems change advocacy, training and support to other advocates and organizations, and high quality direct civil legal representation.


Featured Items

Empire Justice Center Testimony on Discriminitory Mortgage Practices in New York State

Testimony before the Assembly Standing Committee on Banks on discriminatory mortgage practices in New York State. Read More

Empire Justice Memo of Support for Increasing Unemployment Insurance Benefits

As New York considers an increase in the maximum weekly UI benefit, it follows that lower wage workers should receive an increase as well. A low-wage worker increase should be included in any Governor’s program bill that comes out regarding unemployment insurance. Read More