With heavy hearts, NCLEJ is deeply saddened to announce the passing of long-time Senior Attorney Greg Bass. Greg was a beloved coworker, mentor, and friend to all who worked with him over his 11 years at NCLEJ. An…
Read More →FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 21, 2025 Contact: Patrick Fowler, Communications Strategist | fowler@nclej.org New York, NY — Yesterday, on the day that prosecutors unsealed indictments against the corrections officers who brutally killed Robert Brooks, New York State Department of…
Read More →The law has been an important pillar in effecting social change throughout the history of the United States. Its effectiveness and use have changed over the country’s history. This discussion considers the history of litigation as a means…
Read More →Like each of you, I have struggled to process the outcome of the election. Last night’s results create fear and anxiety for many of us, but especially people living in marginalized communities who have been targeted by Donald…
Read More →NCLEJ Executive Director Dennis Parker joined BronxNet TV Host Daren Jaime on their ongoing series, The Bronx Social Justice & Anti-Violence Forums, to discuss how our high-impact litigation is making a positive difference in the lives of countless…
Read More →NCLEJ, ACLU Oklahoma, Black Lives Matter OKC, and Foundation for Liberating Minds are hosting a community forum on July 9th at 6:00 PM at the Hue-manity Global Spiritual Wellness Center to discuss racial discrimination and abuse by Oklahoma…
Read More →The National Center for Law and Economic Justice (NCLEJ) seeks energetic, motivated Pro Bono Scholars with a record of commitment to racial and social justice and excellent writing, legal research, and communication skills. NCLEJ advances the cause of…
Read More →We need your help. The New York State Assembly is considering an important bill, S549B/A8928C that addresses New York’s harsh, punishing collection of overpayments of the state’s UI benefits resulting from the state’s mistakes administering benefits and illegal…
Read More →NCLEJ is pleased to receive a $3,000 grant from the New York Bar Foundation to support our efforts to expand access to public benefits, support fair hearings, and prevent unfair fines and fees. “We’re honored to partner with…
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