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Benefits Law Project

The VOLS Benefits Law Project (BLP) helps low-income New Yorkers more equitably access essential public benefits to which they are entitled. The BLP assists with unemployment insurance benefits, Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)/ Disability Rent Increase Exemption (DRIE) benefits for seniors and disabled adults under the NYC Rent Freeze Program, and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.

The BLP assesses clients for eligibility, helps clients apply for benefits as well as renew and recertify existing benefits, and appeal denials of benefits. Our hotline allows New Yorkers to reach knowledgeable attorneys directly and ask questions about eligibility, the application process and other concerns related to benefits access.

The BLP incorporates and expands the success of VOLS Unemployed Workers Project to help low-income New Yorkers access a wider range of benefits that help meet basic needs and increase their economic security and independence.

Our Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or would like assistance, please call our help line or contact Stephanie Taylor, VOLS Benefits Law Project Director, at staylor@volsprobono.org

Call the BLP Help Line at (347) 521-5720

Resources

Project News

Volunteers of Legal Service Launches Benefits Law Project

June 1, 2023, New York City - Volunteers of Legal Service (VOLS) is proud to launch our new Benefits Law Project (BLP), providing culturally competent legal services to help low-income New Yorkers more equitably access the benefits to which they are entitled.

This content has been prepared for general information purposes only. It is not meant to provide legal advice and should not be acted upon without consulting a legal professional. If you have any questions or require additional information regarding this or other matters, please contact VOLS. This may be considered legal advertising pursuant to the rules of professional conduct.

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