LSC Receives $25 Million Spending Boost from Congress
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New report finds immigrants play vital role in Ohio’s economy
The Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation, in partnership with a group of philanthropy organizations, has released a new report, Our Pathway to a Brighter Future: Ohio's New Americans, revealing that immigrants play a crucial role in Ohio’s economy and that further investments in services for immigrants would expand positive outcomes. “Immigrants and their children represent the [...]
Provide right to counsel in housing cases to reduce evictions, tackle poverty: Hazel Remesch (Opinion)
Cleveland Legal Aid lawyer Hazel Romesch writes in an op-ed that providing a right to counsel for low-income tenants facing eviction could offer huge payoffs both in keeping these families from becoming homeless and for the region. Read more on Cleveland.com.
Nominations Sought for 2018 Foundation Presidential Award
The Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation Presidential Award is presented annually to law firms or individuals who have made outstanding efforts in improving access to justice through pro bono or volunteer service. Past recipients include John P. Gilligan (2017); Paul D. Hancock (2016); Hon. Colleen Falkowski (2015); and GE Aviation Legal Department (2014). Nominations for the [...]
Voluntary Pro Bono Reporting Deadline Approaching
The Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation and the Supreme Court of Ohio are reminding and encouraging Ohio attorneys to take part in voluntary pro bono reporting. The opportunity to report 2017 pro bono activities is available through Feb. 15. Read more here.
SEOLS Receives Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation Grant to Further Rural Education Advocacy
Southeastern Ohio Legal Services, SEOLS, just received a grant from the Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation. It will be used to represent students in cases where they've been expelled. Read more on 10tv.com.
Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation Hiring Pro Bono Director
The Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation has an immediate opening for a Pro Bono Director. Organizational Overview: The Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation, Inc., founded in 1994 and located in Columbus, is a statewide, nonprofit organization committed to improving access to justice for low-income Ohioans. By providing grants and other support, the Foundation provides a legal voice [...]
Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation Celebrates Legal Aid Day
On October 24, legal aid staffers and volunteers paid tribute to Legal Aid Day. Read more here.