Justice at Work Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA

Advancing the Rights of Low-Wage Immigrant Workers Since 1995

Justice at Work Pennsylvania is a non-profit legal aid organization dedicated to advancing the rights of low-wage immigrant workers and their families. Founded in 1995 as Friends of Farmworkers, the organization has a long and proud history of providing free, high-quality legal services to some of the most vulnerable members of the community. With offices in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, Justice at Work combines direct legal representation with community education and advocacy to dismantle the systems that allow for the exploitation of immigrant workers. The firm is a pillar of support, ensuring that workers who are often marginalized and silenced have a powerful voice in the fight for justice.

Employment and Labor Lawyers

The core of Justice at Work's mission is to ensure that all workers are treated with dignity and are paid fairly for their labor. The legal team provides expert representation for low-income workers facing a variety of workplace injustices.

• Wage and Hour Lawyers: Vigorously fighting against wage theft by helping workers recover unpaid minimum wages and overtime pay.
• Workplace Discrimination Lawyers: Advocating for workers who have been subjected to discrimination based on their race, national origin, gender, or other protected characteristics.
• Harassment Lawyers: Providing legal support for employees who have endured harassment in the workplace, creating a safer environment for everyone.
• Wrongful Termination Lawyers: Defending workers who have been illegally fired from their jobs in retaliation for asserting their rights or for discriminatory reasons.

Immigration Lawyers

Recognizing the profound connection between labor rights and immigration status, Justice at Work offers comprehensive immigration legal services. This integrated approach ensures that clients' rights are protected on all fronts.

• Deportation Defense Lawyers: Providing robust defense for individuals facing removal proceedings, fighting to keep families together.
• Family Immigration Lawyers: Assisting with family-based petitions and other avenues to help immigrants secure stable legal status in the United States.
• Humanitarian Relief: Specializing in cases for survivors of crime, human trafficking, and domestic violence, including filing for U-Visas and T-Visas.

Education and Advocacy

Beyond individual representation, Justice at Work is committed to systemic change. The organization conducts extensive outreach and education programs to inform workers of their rights and collaborates with community partners to advocate for stronger legal protections for all low-wage and immigrant workers. All intake services are free and confidential, ensuring that legal help is accessible to those who need it most.