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LEAD Social Work Unit - Assigned Counsel Program

LEAD Social Work Unit - Assigned Counsel Program

Intake
716-289-0401

Primary Services
Ex-Offender Reentry Programs

Description
Provides case management to defendants during their time in the criminal justice system based on comprehensive, individualized assessments. Licensed social workers offer expertise and referrals to outside services to meet clients' needs, including housing, government services, inpatient and outpatient treatment services, credit score assistance, career and job assistance, transportation, and clothing. Takes a holistic and optimistic approach that examines the underlying circumstances contributing to the client's contact with the criminal justice system, with the goal of leading the client to a successful future so as to prevent reincarceration and decrease recidivism in Erie County.


Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4pm.

Eligibility
Persons with a criminal charge who have an Assigned Counsel attorney.

Service Area: Erie County.

Intake Process
Call to speak with a criminal defense attorney for a referral.

Program Fees
Free.

Languages
Language Line available.

Handicap Accessible?
Yes

Date of Official Change
Mar 25, 2026