Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc.®(LawNY®)
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Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc.® (LawNY®) increases access to justice through excellent legal representation, advocacy, and service. We are a non-profit that offers free civil legal help to 14 counties in upstate NY. Find us online at LawNY.org.
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Alessandra Pecora is our next Staff Spotlight! 🎉
Alessandra is currently a Staff Attorney working in the Housing Unit within our Rochester Office. According to her colleagues, Alessandra has an unwavering commitment to her clients and to being the best advocate and attorney she can be.
Alessandra is currently a Staff Attorney working in the Housing Unit within our Rochester Office. According to her colleagues, Alessandra has an unwavering commitment to her clients and to being the best advocate and attorney she can be.
January 30, 2026 at 8:26 PM
Alessandra Pecora is our next Staff Spotlight! 🎉
Alessandra is currently a Staff Attorney working in the Housing Unit within our Rochester Office. According to her colleagues, Alessandra has an unwavering commitment to her clients and to being the best advocate and attorney she can be.
Alessandra is currently a Staff Attorney working in the Housing Unit within our Rochester Office. According to her colleagues, Alessandra has an unwavering commitment to her clients and to being the best advocate and attorney she can be.
The end of January marks the end of Poverty Awareness Month. 86% of the clients that we have served in the last 5 years have a total household income of less than $35,000 a year. As an organization, we understand that poverty impacts every facet of life, including every area of law that we serve in.
January 29, 2026 at 8:20 PM
The end of January marks the end of Poverty Awareness Month. 86% of the clients that we have served in the last 5 years have a total household income of less than $35,000 a year. As an organization, we understand that poverty impacts every facet of life, including every area of law that we serve in.
Last month, we marked a bittersweet moment as we celebrated Keith McCafferty on his last day with LawNY and his well-earned retirement! 🎉
For nearly four decades, Keith’s leadership, dedication, and kindness have shaped our organization and strengthened the communities we serve.
#happyretirement!
For nearly four decades, Keith’s leadership, dedication, and kindness have shaped our organization and strengthened the communities we serve.
#happyretirement!
January 28, 2026 at 7:49 PM
Last month, we marked a bittersweet moment as we celebrated Keith McCafferty on his last day with LawNY and his well-earned retirement! 🎉
For nearly four decades, Keith’s leadership, dedication, and kindness have shaped our organization and strengthened the communities we serve.
#happyretirement!
For nearly four decades, Keith’s leadership, dedication, and kindness have shaped our organization and strengthened the communities we serve.
#happyretirement!
"Most scams target older adults — Gen Z and Millennials are rarely affected."
Fake! Younger adults are actually 34% more likely to report losing money to fraud than older adults. Scammers know how to lure people in with social media schemes!
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Fake! Younger adults are actually 34% more likely to report losing money to fraud than older adults. Scammers know how to lure people in with social media schemes!
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January 15, 2026 at 9:47 PM
"Most scams target older adults — Gen Z and Millennials are rarely affected."
Fake! Younger adults are actually 34% more likely to report losing money to fraud than older adults. Scammers know how to lure people in with social media schemes!
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Fake! Younger adults are actually 34% more likely to report losing money to fraud than older adults. Scammers know how to lure people in with social media schemes!
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Make sure you don't fall for a scam in the new year!
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Scammers often know how to play on excitement — don’t let them take advantage of yours! Protect your money and verify sellers before sending payment.
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January 6, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Make sure you don't fall for a scam in the new year!
Scammers often know how to play on excitement — don’t let them take advantage of yours! Protect your money and verify sellers before sending payment.
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Scammers often know how to play on excitement — don’t let them take advantage of yours! Protect your money and verify sellers before sending payment.
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Please note that many of our offices and projects will have differing and limited open hours in the upcoming weeks. Contact your local LawNY office with any questions and for specific hours. You can find each office’s main line by visiting the “Find a Lawyer” section of our website, LawNY.org.
December 19, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Please note that many of our offices and projects will have differing and limited open hours in the upcoming weeks. Contact your local LawNY office with any questions and for specific hours. You can find each office’s main line by visiting the “Find a Lawyer” section of our website, LawNY.org.
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December 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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Watch as our EDCAP advocates update you on student loan options and updates as of November 20, 2025.
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"What's Next for Student Loan Borrowers?" - LawNY Regional Consumer Unit EDCAP Presentation
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December 17, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Watch as our EDCAP advocates update you on student loan options and updates as of November 20, 2025.
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Data has shown that fake check scams are hitting younger adults the hardest. Job scams often use them to trick people into sending money. If an offer feels off, log off!
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December 4, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Less than 8 hours left! A reminder to donate to LawNY by visiting here before midnight tonight!: www.unitedwayrocflx.org/roc-the-day/...
ROC the Day is a 24 hour giving period and will benefit our services to clients living in Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
ROC the Day is a 24 hour giving period and will benefit our services to clients living in Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
December 2, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Less than 8 hours left! A reminder to donate to LawNY by visiting here before midnight tonight!: www.unitedwayrocflx.org/roc-the-day/...
ROC the Day is a 24 hour giving period and will benefit our services to clients living in Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
ROC the Day is a 24 hour giving period and will benefit our services to clients living in Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
ROC the Day will take place on December 2nd this year! 🎉
ROC the Day is a 24 hour giving period and will benefit our services to clients living in Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
Donate here to LawNY by visiting here: www.unitedwayrocflx.org/roc-the-day/...
ROC the Day is a 24 hour giving period and will benefit our services to clients living in Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
Donate here to LawNY by visiting here: www.unitedwayrocflx.org/roc-the-day/...
November 26, 2025 at 6:47 PM
ROC the Day will take place on December 2nd this year! 🎉
ROC the Day is a 24 hour giving period and will benefit our services to clients living in Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
Donate here to LawNY by visiting here: www.unitedwayrocflx.org/roc-the-day/...
ROC the Day is a 24 hour giving period and will benefit our services to clients living in Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates Counties.
Donate here to LawNY by visiting here: www.unitedwayrocflx.org/roc-the-day/...
Join our Fair Housing team on December 4th at 1PM VIRTUALLY to discuss race and national origin discrimination in housing.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Join our Fair Housing team on December 4th at 1PM VIRTUALLY to discuss race and national origin discrimination in housing.
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Open enrollment is HERE! Do you feel confident in your options?
Speak with a LawNY Navigator today to make sure you are ready by calling 1-855-250-7748. Our navigator services are free, offer non-biased assistance, and help you understand the plan you are enrolling in!
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Speak with a LawNY Navigator today to make sure you are ready by calling 1-855-250-7748. Our navigator services are free, offer non-biased assistance, and help you understand the plan you are enrolling in!
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November 19, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Open enrollment is HERE! Do you feel confident in your options?
Speak with a LawNY Navigator today to make sure you are ready by calling 1-855-250-7748. Our navigator services are free, offer non-biased assistance, and help you understand the plan you are enrolling in!
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Speak with a LawNY Navigator today to make sure you are ready by calling 1-855-250-7748. Our navigator services are free, offer non-biased assistance, and help you understand the plan you are enrolling in!
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Scammers prey on Gen Z and Millennials with fake investment opportunities, promising quick returns that never materialize. Stay cautious and research before investing!
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November 19, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Scammers prey on Gen Z and Millennials with fake investment opportunities, promising quick returns that never materialize. Stay cautious and research before investing!
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Do you need help affording groceries? SNAP may be a good fit for you! LawNY can often assist with applying for, recertifying, and information about SNAP benefits.
Contact our Geneva Office at (315) 781-1465 or our Rochester Office at (585) 325-2520.
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Contact our Geneva Office at (315) 781-1465 or our Rochester Office at (585) 325-2520.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Do you need help affording groceries? SNAP may be a good fit for you! LawNY can often assist with applying for, recertifying, and information about SNAP benefits.
Contact our Geneva Office at (315) 781-1465 or our Rochester Office at (585) 325-2520.
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Contact our Geneva Office at (315) 781-1465 or our Rochester Office at (585) 325-2520.
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Join us for a Community Assistance Day at Brockport Ecumenical Food Shelf on November 20th from 2-5PM! Together we will be on site offering assistance in applying for HEAP, Medicaid, SNAP, and assisting with Affordable Health Insurance enrollments!
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November 18, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Join us for a Community Assistance Day at Brockport Ecumenical Food Shelf on November 20th from 2-5PM! Together we will be on site offering assistance in applying for HEAP, Medicaid, SNAP, and assisting with Affordable Health Insurance enrollments!
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UPDATE FROM OTDA AS OF NOVEMBER 10TH: "New York State has issued full SNAP benefits to all eligible households. Those who expected to receive benefits yesterday and today have received them and were able to spend. Others will continue to receive their benefits throughout the week."
UPDATE AS OF NOVEMBER 7TH: Governor Hochul is directing state agencies to pay full SNAP benefits for November, and has said the first payments are expected to go out on Sunday. People should continue to monitor the OTDA webpage for any updates.
November 10, 2025 at 9:16 PM
UPDATE FROM OTDA AS OF NOVEMBER 10TH: "New York State has issued full SNAP benefits to all eligible households. Those who expected to receive benefits yesterday and today have received them and were able to spend. Others will continue to receive their benefits throughout the week."
Scammers are getting smarter, but so are we. This is a REAL story from someone who has been scammed multiple times. If a deal feels off, log off!
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November 10, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Scammers are getting smarter, but so are we. This is a REAL story from someone who has been scammed multiple times. If a deal feels off, log off!
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The National LGBTQ Institute on Intimate Partner Violence is working with Strength in Numbers Consulting Group to understand LGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence and their experiences with service providers.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:25 PM
The National LGBTQ Institute on Intimate Partner Violence is working with Strength in Numbers Consulting Group to understand LGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence and their experiences with service providers.
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UPDATE AS OF NOVEMBER 7TH: Governor Hochul is directing state agencies to pay full SNAP benefits for November, and has said the first payments are expected to go out on Sunday. People should continue to monitor the OTDA webpage for any updates.
November 7, 2025 at 9:49 PM
UPDATE AS OF NOVEMBER 7TH: Governor Hochul is directing state agencies to pay full SNAP benefits for November, and has said the first payments are expected to go out on Sunday. People should continue to monitor the OTDA webpage for any updates.
Dodging scams starts with knowing the signs: Check links, question odd fees, and trust your gut. If it feels off, log off! Keep your info safe — get tips by visiting our website here: www.lawny.org/page/618/fee...
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November 6, 2025 at 8:04 PM
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Scams come in many forms — from fake rental listings to phishing texts. If something feels off, log off!
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November 3, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Scams come in many forms — from fake rental listings to phishing texts. If something feels off, log off!
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SNAP benefits for November 2025 may be delayed.
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Read more and find resources on our website by visiting here: www.lawny.org/SNAPUpdateOc...
October 31, 2025 at 4:45 PM
SNAP benefits for November 2025 may be delayed.
Read more and find resources on our website by visiting here: www.lawny.org/SNAPUpdateOc...
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“People are adversely affected when their rights are not respected, and so it’s important for me to be here to get the word out that residents of nursing homes have a right to see that their rights are followed."
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Nursing home residents and families learn about their rights
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Elder Justice Committee of Metro Justice held an informational meeting on Wednesday to discuss the rights of nursing home residents.The committee aimed to educate elder residents...
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October 23, 2025 at 7:22 PM
“People are adversely affected when their rights are not respected, and so it’s important for me to be here to get the word out that residents of nursing homes have a right to see that their rights are followed."
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