LEAH

GOODRIDGE

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A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED HOUSING POLICY EXPERT

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CBS News
The New York Times
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ABOUT ME

Hi! I’m Leah Goodridge, a nationally renowned tenants’ rights attorney, keynote speaker, and writer with a focus on housing policy. I don’t just talk about housing policy. I create it. Former Mayor Bill de Blasio appointed me to the NYC Rent Guidelines Board, where I advocated for citywide rent freezes for 2 million rent-stabilized tenants. My articles have been published in The New York Times, Teen Vogue, Time Magazine and USA Today.

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Meet the lone tenants' rights attorney on the NYC Planning Commission
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Writing about housing policy.

I’ve written 10+ influential articles…

Some are cited in federal cases.

Some are featured in the Merriam-Webster dictionary.

America's Laws Make us Bystanders to the Homeless Crisis 
PHILOSOPHY

My voice is my most powerful tool. In addition to writing and practicing law, I’ve spoken at over 20 universities and institutions worldwide to share my vision for housing policy and legal reform. I’ve been a keynote speaker at Stanford Law School, SXSW and more. 

SERVICES

Want to work with me? Let’s make it happen. Here are 4 common ways I collaborate with people. Invite me to...

Write an op-ed

Be a guest on your TV show, podcast or radio show

Give a keynote talk

Co-write a TV script

A keynote speaker

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Catch me on CBS News!

My Create Efficient Cities workshop series was featured on CBS News! The program offers free workshops at the local public library on housing policy and urban planning. I am a frequent commentator on television and podcast channels. Want me to break down hot topics in housing? Invite me on your radio show, podcast or TV program!

Let's create together

Let's create together

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Insider takes on housing policy—straight from someone who’s been in the room.

Leah Goodridge • Housing Policy Expert