What is LASMNY?

• The Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc., (LASMNY) is a non-profit that provides free legal assistance to people with civil (non-criminal) legal problems.

• We offer services through our six physical offices and through a telephone Legal HelpLine.

Who does LASMNY help?

• LASMNY serves people with civil legal problems in Broome, Cayuga, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, and Otsego counties.

• We also serve agricultutal workers across New York State. 

How do I get help?

1. Walk into one of our offices. 

2. Call our Legal Helpline at (877) 777-6152.

3. Apply online at https://tinyurl.com/lasmnyintake.

Do I qualify for service?

• You will be screened for eligibility. If your household income is 125% of the federal poverty level or less, you probably meet our financial eligibility criteria.  For some grants, we can assist individuals with higher incomes. We also screen for conflicts and grant requirements.

• When you call the Legal HelpLine, an intake worker will talk to you to see if you qualify. If you apply online, an intake worker will follow up with you about your application for service.

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