The Fairfield County Bar Association is a voluntary organization of over 140 attorneys of Fairfield County and central Ohio.

Provides lawyer referral services to connect the general public to attorneys in a variety of areas of law.

Helps Medicare beneficiaries prevent, detect and report health care fraud, errors and abuse, through outreach, education, responding to questions and concerns about suspicious billing/suspected Medicare fraud. Equips SMP volunteers throughout the state to provide outreach and education.

Attorney referral and grievance service; speaker's bureau.

Links victims of crime who are seeking legal assistance with attorneys who specialize in the civil justice system.

Provides a referral service to consumers for legal services.

Maintains a voluntary listing of attorneys who are members of the Geauga County Bar Association. It is not a certified referral service. Clients may receive a free 1/2 hour initial consultation with an attorney who has no grievances pending against them and who has handled at least one case in the past three years in the area of practice the client seeks.

Provides free legal assistance via phone regarding problems that affect older adults living in Ohio. Subject areas include civil law issues such as consumer problems, Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, subsidized housing, wills and estates. If the legal problem cannot be solved over the phone, the client may be referred to a private attorney who can provide the service. Also offers pamphlets on a variety of legal topics.

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Provides advocates who will accompany victims to the courts. Advocates can assist in filing for state Crime Victims Compensation Funds, can provide information about local criminal justice procedures, and may refer to local counselors, civil attorneys and clergy. Offers 24-hour line where callers may talk about their situation.

Connects people in need of legal assistance with a pre-screened, experienced, qualified, and local attorney. Participating attorneys must meet experience criteria in their areas of practice and carry liability insurance in order to be a member of the referral service. In some cases, the following appointments can be arranged: house calls, knowledge of foreign languages, evening appointments and referrals to attorneys licensed in other states.

Phone lawyer referral service that covers all areas of law. Referrals are based on the client's needs, type of matter, complexity, budget, and location.

Maintains searchable list of private attorneys and links people who need legal assistance with lawyers who specialize in the relevant area of law.

Provides referrals to qualified attorneys. An initial, brief consultation is provided by attorneys who receive referrals form this agency (after that standard attorney fees apply).

Maintains searchable list of private attorneys and links people who need legal assistance with lawyers who specialize in the relevant area of law.

Refers clients to a pro-bono lawyer who can advise on a variety of legal issues, including but not limited to, expungements, misdemeanors, license suspensions, wrongful judgment liens and vacate warrants. Service includes a legal advice phone line, a monthly resource newsletter and various workshops on legal topics.

Investigates housing discrimination complaints throughout the Dayton Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) and provides advocacy services for persons who believe they have been encountered discrimination in housing (both in the public and private sector, whether rental units or purchased housing). If necessary the agency can do discrimination testing to confirm discrimination allegations. Can also make referrals to outside agencies for legal and other related services. Also conducts educational workshops for landlords, rental agents, real estate agents, and others as to what constitutes discrimination in housing. And how they can best comply with the law.

Links victims of crime who are seeking legal assistance with attorneys who specialize in the civil justice system.

Provides a number of services to families to enable them to make arrangements for the long-term care of disabled family members. Services include referrals to lawyers who deal with disability law as well as help drafting documents to detail individual wishes for dealing with disabled family under their care. Provides assistance with establishing and managing "pooled" financial trusts, where the assets of a number of disabled beneficiaries are pooled for purposes of investment, but separate accounts are kept for each participating individual. Also funds can only be used for supplemental services such as recreational items, according to federal law. Service includes setting up the trust, receiving, submitting, and disbursing fund requests, and providing periodic statements on individual accounts. Program is administered in conjunction with a community foundation that provides financial oversight and compliance with federal laws.

Referrals to a lawyer are available in all areas of law.

Provides potential client with a referral to an attorney to assist them with their legal need via the web. Clients may also be referred to non attorney resources when deemed more appropriate or necessary.

Provides justice system advocacy, support and information for victims and witnesses of crime. Advocates facilitate interactions between the client and law enforcement officers and other court personnel, accompany victims to court, obtaining a civil protection order, and assist in the completion of victim impact statements and requests for victim notification. Provides application forms and information about filing a claim for victim compensation. Offers counseling, crisis intervention, and referrals. Will provide speakers who can give presentations about agency services and crime victim topics.

Mercer County Bar Association offers referral services to lawyers that are in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court.

Collects listings of physicians, lawyers, counselors, treatment/recovery programs, health care providers, social services, and other services agencies that are familiar with issues regarding the LGBT lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. Listings include businesses and social opportunities. Makes listings available to those who contact the agency.

Investigates housing discrimination complaints throughout the Dayton Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) and provides advocacy services for persons who believe they have been encountered discrimination in housing (both in the public and private sector, whether rental units or purchased housing). If necessary the agency can do discrimination testing to confirm discrimination allegations. Can also make referrals to outside agencies for legal and other related services. Also conducts educational workshops for landlords, rental agents, real estate agents, and others as to what constitutes discrimination in housing. And how they can best comply with the law.