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Legal Defense When Being Sued - Applicant Not At Fault | Legal Aid Society Of Cleveland

8 N State St., Rm. 300, Painesville, OH 44077

Residents of Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga, Lorain, and Ashtabula counties who meet financial eligibility criteria (household income below 125% of current federal poverty guidelines with limited assets). Will evaluate applicants with gross income up to 200% of current federal poverty guidelines and older adults (age 60+) when determining financial eligibility for service. Applicant's problem must also meet case acceptance guidelines .
M, W, F: 9:00am-4:00pm T, Th: 9:00am-2:00pm. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week online. Walk in intakes: T, Th: 9:00am-1:00pm.
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May apply for services online, where applicants can schedule a call back to speak with an intake specialist. Click on "Apply for Free Legal Help" on the organization's web site to start the application process. May also call to speak with an intake specialist. In-person intake interviews may be available when necessary to ensure access to organization's services based on individual circumstances. Those who walk into the building M-F: 9:00am-5:00pm can fill out a card to request a call back from an intake specialist.

Free

Lake County, Ohio
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Ashtabula County, Ohio
Geauga County, Ohio
Lorain County, Ohio

Description

Evaluates cases related to motor vehicle accidents where applicant is being sued for money damages, did not have insurance at time of accident, has not been convicted or plead guilty; denies wrongdoing,and at risk of garnishment and damages claim is over $2,000.

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Legal Aid Society Of Cleveland

Secures justice and resolves fundamental problems for those who are low income and vulnerable by providing high quality legal services and working for systemic solutions in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake and Lorain counties.