Legal Aid Society Of Rochester NY

The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization registered in SAM.gov since 2006, dedicated to providing critical legal services to vulnerable populations in Monroe, Genesee, and Orleans Counties, New York. As a legal service provider, the organization focuses on supporting individuals who face significant social and economic challenges, offering comprehensive legal assistance across various civil and criminal legal domains. The organization primarily receives federal grant awards, with a specific emphasis on supporting victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse.

Through its federal grant awards, Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY has consistently delivered targeted legal services under specific federal programs. The organization has received significant awards from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women, including a $750,000 Legal Assistance for Victims (LAV) grant and a $550,000 Justice Systems Response to Families grant. These awards enable the organization to provide direct legal representation, advocacy, and assistance to victims, with a particular focus on underserved communities including LGBTQ+, immigrant, and rural populations. The organization also works collaboratively with multiple local partners such as Willow Domestic Violence Center, Restore Sexual Assault Services, YWCA of Genesee County, PathStone Corporation, Empire Justice Center, and Trillium Health. Additionally, the Legal Aid Society has received sub-awards from the City of Rochester and NYS Office of Victim Services, supporting initiatives like landlord-tenant legal services, COVID-related legal assistance, and victim assistance programs, demonstrating a versatile approach to addressing community legal needs.