Who We Are

The Small Claims Court Action Center (SCCAC) is a hotline designed to help people prepare for the Small Claims Court and to empower them to protect themselves and recover losses or damages, such as lost security deposits or broken computers. It is organized and operated by NYPIRG and trained student volunteers, typically (but not exclusively) who are in civil service or Pre-Law Programs. We do not offer Legal Services but simply advice and support as they try to work their way through the court system.

Who We Serve

Area(s): Albany County, Erie County, Nassau County, New York City (all 5 NYC boroughs)

Your family’s income should be at or below the following percentage of the federal poverty level

200

Is this organization accessible by wheelchair?: YES

Does this organization provide access for the hearing impaired?: YES

Type of Help

This group provides the following types of services based on your legal needs and its resources:

• Brief Advice
• Self-Help Materials

General Contact Information

Address                New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPRIG) – Small Claims Court

                             Action Center (SCCAC)

                    9 Murray Street (map)

                     3rd Floor

                      Manhattan, NY 10007

Phone                    (212) 349-6460

Fax                         (212) 349-1366

Website                https://www.nypirg.org/sccac/