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

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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211 Cleveland

Physical Address

964 E State St., Athens, OH 45701

Hours

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

Fax

(740) 594-3791

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.

Fee

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

Eligibility

Must have a household income less than 125% of the poverty level and be a citizen of the U.S.A. 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. Serves Belmont, Harrison, Jefferson, Monroe, and Noble counties.

Service area

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

Agency info

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.