Consumer Law - Bankruptcy, Debtors' Rights, General Aid | Legal Aid Of Southeast And Central Ohio (LASCO)

1108 City Park Ave., Ste 200, Columbus, OH 43206

Eligibility

Must have a household income less than 125% of the poverty level and be a citizen of the US. Will consider expenses such as childcare, transportation, and health care as well as certain assets when determining financial eligibility for service. Income and asset limits do not apply to persons age 60 or older. Not all eligible cases can be taken. Portsmouth office serves Adams, Lawrence or Scioto county. New Philadelphia Office serves Adams, Carroll, Coshocton, Holmes, and Tuscarawas counties. Steubenville Office serves Belmont, Harrison, and Jefferson counties.

Hours

M-F: 8:30am-5:00pm

(888) 246-4420

Voice - voice | Intake Line - Monday through Friday

(614) 221-7201

Voice - voice | Columbus office

(614) 221-7625

Fax

Application process

SERVICE IS PHONE AND ONLINE ONLY DURING COVID 19 OUTBREAK. Some legal information and forms are available on the website. Click on "Get Help." Normally, phone, walk in, or email for information and assistance.

Fees

All legal services are free of charge. NOTE: Bankruptcy filings necessitate credit checks and/or credit counseling with charges from third parties.

Service area

Hocking County, Ohio
Gallia County, Ohio
Adams County, Ohio
Pike County, Ohio
Harrison County, Ohio
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Guernsey County, Ohio
Meigs County, Ohio
Noble County, Ohio
Belmont County, Ohio
Vinton County, Ohio
Fayette County, Ohio
Holmes County, Ohio
Fairfield County, Ohio
Tuscarawas County, Ohio
Athens County, Ohio
Coshocton County, Ohio
Monroe County, Ohio
Pickaway County, Ohio
Morgan County, Ohio
Ross County, Ohio
Washington County, Ohio
Jackson County, Ohio
Carroll County, Ohio
Lawrence County, Ohio
Scioto County, Ohio
Jefferson County, Ohio

Description

Provides advice and representation in some limited bankruptcies when loss of home or income garnishment are threatened. Advice and representation may also be available in matters such as auto repossession, bill collection, unfair and deceptive practices, garnishments, home improvement problems, used car sales, auto repair, credit reporting, and student loan payments.

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Bankruptcy Assistance General Legal Aid

Providing organization

Legal Aid Of Southeast And Central Ohio (LASCO)

Offers free non-criminal legal help for people with low incomes in 36 counties in central and southeastern Ohio.