Access to Justice Resources

• Criminal Financial Disclosure Form (Ohio Office of the Public Defender)
• Civil Fee Waiver Affidavit and Order
• Federal Poverty Guidelines (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services)

• Domestic Relations and Juvenile Standardized Forms (31 forms)
  Links to forms used in filing for divorce, dissolution, parenting time (custody), support, and motions for contempt.
• Domestic Violence Protection Order Forms (3 languages, 25 forms)
  Links to forms used in filing a domestic violence protection order and forms for filing a motion form contempt for violating a civil protection order.
• Juvenile Protection Order Forms (3 languages, 7 forms)
  Links to forms used in filing a juvenile protection order.
• Stalking and Sexually Oriented Offenses Protection Forms (3 languages, 8 forms)
  Links to forms used in filing stalking and sexually oriented offense protection orders.
• Probate Forms

• Supreme Court Judicial Guide to Eviction Diversion Toolkit (2021)
• Eviction Assistance
• Foreclosure & Civil Justice Report and Recommendations (2020)
• Eviction Report & Recommendations (2020)
• Community Action Agencies
  Ohioans can receive assistance with rent, mortgage, or utilities from the state of Ohio, through their local Community Action Agency. Use the link above to find local agencies and see if you are eligible for assistance.
• Court Flyer: Are you facing an eviction? (2021)

• Working with Your Court Interpreter (7 languages)

• Limited Scope Representation
  Limited scope representation allows you to hire a lawyer to perform a specific set of legal tasks such as giving you legal advice, helping you fill out court forms and other documents, or preparing you to go to court.
• Know your Rights
  Knowing your rights during a police stop, understanding how the criminal justice system works, and learning how to voice your opinion to shape laws are important for all Ohioans. Resources on these topics and more can be found at My Ohio Rights.
• Keys to the Courtroom
  A resource of court procedures for those representing themselves in a civil case.
• Legal Terminology: A Citizens Guide
  Citizens guide of legal terms and definitions frequently used in court to increase the level of understanding of the trial process.
• Ohio Courts: A Citizens Guide
  A guide to Ohio courts and the judges who preside over those courts.
• Report Child Abuse and Neglect 855 O-H-CHILD
  The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has launched 855-O-H-CHILD (855.642.4453), an automated telephone directory that will link callers directly to a child welfare or law enforcement office in their county. Reports can be anonymous.
• Ohio Legal Help
  Need legal information, forms or a lawyer? Ohio Legal Help provides plain language legal help information, including an interactive self-help tool, connection to the local legal community, and other resources to help people resolve their legal issues. Find your local legal aid center.
• Legal Aid: 1-866-LAW-OHIO (866.529.6446)
  Six Legal Aid offices provide high quality legal services to Ohio citizens. Call 1-866-LAW-OHIO (866.529.6446) to contact the local office that serves your area.
• Ohio Justice Bus
  The Ohio Justice Bus is a mobile legal aid office that travels around the state providing free legal services and access to technology to help address legal needs in rural and underserved areas of the state.
• Why Can’t I Talk to the Judge? A Citizens Guide
  To ensure fairness and equal treatment, judges are not allowed to receive information from one side or party. This guide outlines how to make proper communication with the judge assigned to a case.
• Representing Yourself in Court: A Citizens Guide
  Information about preparing for a case, how to conduct oneself in the courtroom, and the roles of all people in the court room is provided in this resource guide.
• Pro Seniors
  Statewide elder law hotline (1.800.488.6070) that provides legal advice, education, advocacy, and representation to individuals 60 and older at no cost to clients.
• Victim's Rights Information
  If you are a victim of a crime, you have rights surrounding information and hearings. A full summary of rights is found in this document.
• Filing a Grievance Against Judges or Lawyers (6 languages, 1 form)
  The Office of Disciplinary Counsel investigates allegations of ethical misconduct made against attorneys, judges, and magistrates, as well as the unauthorized practice of law. The complaint form may be downloaded and mailed to the Office.

Your military service may qualify you for veterans benefits.

If you need help with legal issues such as:

• Bankruptcy and debt
• Divorce, custody, domestic violence and stalking
• Access to health care
• Housing issues and foreclosure
• Employment and reemployment
• Public benefits
• Expungement and record sealing
• Simple estate planning
• Tax issues

As the first step in getting a lawyer go to OhioLegalHelp.org to find your nearest veterans justice outreach center or Ohio Legal Aid Office.

Legal Services Offices

Community Legal Aid Services (Akron, Canton, and Youngstown)
(800) 998-9454

Legal Aid of Western Ohio (Toledo and Dayton)
(888) 534-1432

Legal Aid Society of Cleveland (Cleveland)
(888) 817-3777

Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio (Columbus and Southeast Ohio)
(888) 246-4420

Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio (Chillicothe)
(844) 302-1800

Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati (Cincinnati)
(513) 241-9400

Pro Seniors (Statewide, 60+)
(800) 488-6070

Ohio Legal Help