Find Legal Aid in Cincinnati, OH: Free Legal Help for Low-Income Residents

LegalAidOffices.com provides a comprehensive list of all legal aid offices in Cincinnati, Ohio, including their contact information, addresses, and the types of legal services they offer.

Our listings include such as type of law (Domestic violence, family law, housing rental evictions or home foreclosures, public assistance such as medicaid, food stamps, SSI Disability, SSDI benefits, public housing evictions, disability beneifts, etc.).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is legal aid?
Legal aid is free or low-cost legal assistance for people who cannot afford to hire a private lawyer. Legal aid organizations can help people with a wide range of legal problems, including family law, criminal law, civil law, and immigration law.

Who is eligible for legal aid?
Eligibility for legal aid varies depending on the specific legal aid organization and the type of legal problem. However, most legal aid organizations have income guidelines that must be met. Some legal aid organizations also have other eligibility requirements, such as residency requirements or citizenship requirements.

How much does legal aid cost?
Legal aid services are free or low-cost. The amount you pay will depend on your income and the type of legal services you receive.

How do I apply for legal aid?
To apply for legal aid, you will need to contact a legal aid organization and complete an application form. The application form will ask you for information about your income, assets, and the legal problem you are facing.

How long does it take to get legal aid?
The amount of time it takes to get legal aid varies depending on the legal aid organization and the type of legal problem you have. However, most legal aid organizations will try to process applications as quickly as possible.

Choose from the list below to find a legal aid office that can help you.

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  The Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati - Cincinnati Office Website Learn more 215 E. 9th Street
  Cincinnati, OH - 45202
  (513) 241-9400
  The Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati operates Legal Aid Line, which is the primary access for both Legal Aid Societies and the Volunteer Lawyers Project. Applicants may call (513) 241-9400 or (800) 582-2682 to request legal assistance. In addition to providing direct client services, the Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati provides administrative, development, and technical support for the Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio, LLC and the Volunteer Lawyers for the Poor Foundation. Business Hours: 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday...See Full Details
  

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  Pro Seniors Email Website Learn more 7162 Reading Road
  Cincinnati, OH - 45237
  (513) 345-4160
  The attorneys at Pro Seniors are experts in elder law. Because this is our specialty, we know a lot about Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, long-term care, pensions, and lots of other issues that affect seniors. You will get excellent advice and peace of mind from working with our attorneys. The Legal Hotline provides free legal information, advice, and referral for residents of Ohio age 60 and over, regardless of income or resources. Call (513) 345-4160 to set up an appointment. The Mid-America Pension Rights Project provides information and guidance related to pensions and retirement...See Full Details
  

Area Legal Aid Offices

Due to the low number of listings in Cincinnati, we have added area listings below. All listings are within 30 miles of Cincinnati.

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  The Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati - Hamilton Office Website Learn more 10 Journal Square
  Hamilton, OH - 45011
  (513) 241-9400
  The Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati operates Legal Aid Line, which is the primary access for both Legal Aid Societies and the Volunteer Lawyers Project. Applicants may call (513) 241-9400 or (800) 582-2682 to request legal assistance. In addition to providing direct client services, the Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati provides administrative, development, and technical support for the Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio, LLC and the Volunteer Lawyers for the Poor Foundation. Business Hours: 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday...See Full Details
  Legal Aid Location:: 18 miles from Cincinnati
  

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  Legal Aid of the Bluegrass - Covington Office Email Website Learn more 104 East 7th Street
  Covington, KY - 41011
  (859) 431-8200
  The Northern Kentucky Legal Aid Society, established in 1967, merged with Northeast Kentucky Legal Services in 1997 to serve 4 urban and 19 rural counties with offices in Covington, Morehead and Ashland. In 2002, this organization merged with Central Kentucky Legal Services in Lexington to become the Legal Aid of the Bluegrass serving 33 counties. Our mission is to resolve the most important problems of low income and other vulnerable people by providing high quality legal assistance through direct representation, education, advice, advocacy and coordination with other community resources. We...See Full Details
  Legal Aid Location:: 4 miles from Cincinnati
  

Tips for Getting Free Legal Aid

Contact the legal aid offices from the list above.

1. Apply for government programs.
There are a number of government programs that provide legal assistance to low-income individuals and families.

2. Check with local law schools.
Many law schools have legal clinics that offer free or low-cost legal services to the public.

3. Ask for pro bono help.
Pro bono is Latin for "for the good of the public." Pro bono lawyers are lawyers who volunteer their time to provide free legal services to low-income individuals and families. To find a pro bono lawyer, you can contact a legal aid organization or the State of Ohio Bar.

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