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Client & Community Resources – New York Legal, Business & Civil Rights Information
Your One-Stop Resource Center for Legal & Business Needs in New York
Navigating legal matters, business requirements, or even everyday community needs can be overwhelming — especially when you don’t know where to start. At THE BOIES LAW FIRM, we’ve curated this comprehensive legal and business resources directory to help you quickly find reliable information.
Whether you are looking to start a business in New York, understand your civil rights, connect with government agencies, or access New York court services, this page is designed to save you time and point you in the right direction. Bookmark it for easy access whenever you need trusted New York legal resources.
Disclaimer: The links below are provided solely for the convenience of visitors to this website. THE BOIES LAW FIRM (“TBLF”) does not maintain or control these external websites. Additionally, TBLF does not recommend, endorse, or approve any of these links or their contents for any purpose whatsoever. You must conduct your own independent due diligence before using or relying on any content provided or referred to herein.
Legal Organizations & Bar Associations in New York & Nationally
- American Bar Association – national professional organization for attorneys.
- New York State Bar Association – statewide legal resources and attorney directory.
- New York City Bar Association – local legal programs, events, and attorney resources.
- National Bar Association – advancing equality and justice in the legal profession.
- The National Black Lawyers – recognition for distinguished Black attorneys.
Federal Government & U.S. Legal Resources
- United States Courts – federal judiciary information.
- Supreme Court of the United States – case docket, opinions, and oral arguments.
- Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) – workplace discrimination complaints.
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) – tax forms, filings, and payment resources.
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) – immigration and naturalization services.
- U.S. Department of Labor – wage and hour laws, workplace safety, labor statistics.
- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) – investment and securities regulation.
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – consumer protection and antitrust laws.
- National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) – union and collective bargaining rights.
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – workplace safety guidelines.
New York State & Local Legal Resources
- New York State Unified Court System – statewide court information and case lookup.
- New York State Department of State – business services, notary public, and licensing.
- New York State Division of Human Rights – file discrimination complaints.
- New York City Civil Court – landlord-tenant and small claims matters.
- New York City Commission on Human Rights – NYC anti-discrimination protections.
- NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection – workplace rights and consumer protections.
- NYC Business Portal – permits, licenses, and regulations for NYC businesses.
Business Formation & Compliance
- Formation of a Business Entity – NY Department of State – start an LLC, corporation, or partnership in NY.
- Small Business Administration (SBA) – funding, counseling, and growth programs.
- FinCEN – Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting – new business ownership reporting requirements.
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) – register and protect intellectual property.
- U.S. Copyright Office – copyright registration and resources.
Civil Rights & Advocacy
- ACLU – American Civil Liberties Union – defending constitutional rights.
- NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund – racial justice and equality litigation.
- Human Rights Campaign – LGBTQ+ advocacy and legal resources.
- National Urban League – economic empowerment and civil rights programs.
Practical Everyday Legal & Community Resources
- LawHelpNY – Free Legal Aid & Resources – free civil legal help by county.
- NYC Housing Court – Resources for Tenants & Landlords – housing disputes and eviction prevention.
- Legal Aid Society of New York – free and low-cost legal services.
- New York State Notary Public Information – becoming or finding a notary public.
- Public Records Search – NYS – state agency directory and records.
- Better Business Bureau (BBB) – check business ratings and complaints.
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) – protect against financial fraud.
- USA.gov – Government Services & Information – directory of U.S. government resources.