Lelia A. James

Lelia A. James, Esq. is a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience in housing and public benefits law. Since September 2017, Lelia has served as the Housing & Public Benefits Pro Bono Coordinating Attorney at Legal Services NYC, following roles as a Staff Attorney and Law Graduate with the Tenant's Rights Coalition, focusing on preventing evictions through legal assistance. Previous experience includes internships at New York Lawyers for the Public Interest and the Natural Resources Defense Council, where Lelia supported environmental justice initiatives. Lelia's background also encompasses roles in legal research and advocacy during a judicial internship and various internships with legal aid organizations. Lelia earned a Juris Doctor from the City University of New York School of Law, specializing in Poverty Law, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature and Legal Studies from Ithaca College.