Mission
The Hiscock Legal Aid Society promotes the fundamental right of every person to equal justice under the law by providing high quality legal assistance to individuals and families in need in Onondaga County and the surrounding region.
Vision
The Hiscock Legal Aid Society, recognized as the most trusted source for legal assistance to those in need, will ensure that no one in our community is denied justice because of a lack of means.
Programs and Services
CIVIL
Representation is provided in domestic relations, housing (primarily eviction proceedings) and unemployment cases. See also, Specialized Projects. Learn more
FAMILY COURT
Representation is provided to adults in abuse/neglect, custody/visitation, termination of parental rights, paternity, family offense and child support violation cases. Learn more
APPEALS
Representation is provided to persons on appeal from criminal convictions and from judgments of Onondaga County Family Court. Learn more
PAROLE
Represents parolees in parole revocation proceedings brought by the NYS Division of Parole. Learn more
EXTRADITION
Representation is provided in Onondaga County Court to persons facing extradition to another state to answer criminal charges. Learn more
Specialized Projects
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROJECT
Provides complete legal representation in civil cases for domestic violence victims in Onondaga County. Learn more
CANCER LEGAL ADVOCACY & SERVICES PROJECT
Provides legal and supportive services to individuals and their families who are living with cancer. Learn more
UPSTATE NY IMMIGRATION LAW PROJECT
Representation for work permit applications, travel documents and petitions for asylum or temporary protected status. Learn more
FORECLOSURE PREVENTION PROJECT
Counseling and representation to homeowners facing foreclosure and tenants facing eviction from properties in foreclosure. Learn more
NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR NEW AMERICANS
Legal assistance in immigration matters such as applications for citizenship and certain forms of humanitarian relief.
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