Paulina is originally from Mexico, but has resided in the United States for the past decade. She is passionate about matters of social, racial, and economic justice and the defense of human rights, women’s rights, and immigrant rights. Her own
TakeRoot is committed to standing with our partners and their communities as they face the coronavirus pandemic. We have created resources for Organizations, Worker Coops and Small Businesses, for Workers, for Consumers, for Immigrants, and for NYCHA Residents & Organizers.
As the situation with COVID-19 evolves, we at TakeRoot Justice are further adapting to continue helping marginalized New Yorkers all over the city since our last update. As our usual caseloads keep going, we’re also piloting new programs to help partners
Learn about Worker Protection Laws from this Fact Sheet from the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection. If you believe an employer is violating the law, learn about how to file a complaint from this New York State Explainer.
TakeRoot Justice is standing up for workers’ rights, advocating for fair labor conditions, and getting New Yorkers justice when bosses exploit those desperately in need of a livelihood. This year, our Workers Rights team fought for five undocumented men who
We are looking for current law students to intern with us this summer, in Capacity Building, Consumer Justice, Equitable Neighborhoods, Housing & Tenants' Rights, Immigrants' Rights, or Workers' Rights.
Supervising Attorney (2016-Present)
Staff Attorney (2019-Present)
Staff Attorney (2019-Present)
Staff Attorney (2019-Present)
