Gov. Hochul's plan to divert escrow funds risks essential legal aid for needy New Yorkers$55 million earmarked for legal services for low-income NYers to be reallocated, sparking NYSBA's disapproval.
Gov. Hochul reinstates $100M to IOLA Fund after legal community backlashGov. Hochul restored $100M to fund for low-income civil legal services after lobbying.The NYSBA praised the decision, emphasizing the critical need for funding for New Yorkers in legal crises.
Gov. Hochul's plan to divert escrow funds risks essential legal aid for needy New Yorkers$55 million earmarked for legal services for low-income NYers to be reallocated, sparking NYSBA's disapproval.
Gov. Hochul reinstates $100M to IOLA Fund after legal community backlashGov. Hochul restored $100M to fund for low-income civil legal services after lobbying.The NYSBA praised the decision, emphasizing the critical need for funding for New Yorkers in legal crises.