Founded in 1876, The Legal Aid Society is the nation's oldest and largest not-for-profit organization providing high quality legal services to low-income families and individuals. The Legal Aid Society is an indispensable component of the legal, social, and economic fabric of New York City—passionately advocating for individuals across a variety of civil, criminal and juvenile rights matters, while also fighting for legal reform. The Legal Aid Society has performed this role in city, state, and federal courts for over 130 years. It does so by capitalizing on the diverse expertise, experience, and capabilities of 850 of the brightest legal minds. It works with 600 social workers, investigators, paralegals, and support and administrative staff in every borough of the city. It takes on more cases for more clients than any other organization in New York. And it brings a depth and breadth of perspective that is unmatched in the legal profession.