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Several different law firms and organizations are partnering together to offer homeowners in Ohio free legal assistance for stopping a foreclosure. The Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation is both providing funds to the attorneys and firms involved, and it is coordinating the program among the firms in the state.
These groups and programs are also part of the Save the Dream program, which is the government of Ohio’s plan to reduce foreclosure filings. Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation is working closely with the Ohio Poverty Law Center (OPLC), the various attorneys and lawyers across the state who provide pro bono foreclosure advice, and other members of the Save the Dream program. Together these groups are offering numerous programs and solutions to the crisis.
While the program is fairly new and continues to evolve, it is showing incredible results. To date, in over 10% of cases people are able to keep their homes. And maybe best of all the advice is offered at no cost to them. That success rate speak volumes about the non-profit law firms that are participating, and it shows how important the work is that OLAF supports for homeowners across the state. Together these firms are providing pro bono advice to homeowners in all counties across the state.
There are numerous firms and lawyers. They include the following:
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Southeastern Ohio Legal Services (SEOLS)
First of all, there are income criteria that need to be met. After identifying homeowners that are qualified for the foreclosure assistance program, potential clients will then be referred to legal aid programs and firms across the state to have their court cases assessed. Attorneys will review their mortgage terms and financial situation. The homeowners will also be able to obtain free legal representation, either by pro bono attorneys at one of these participating firm or legal aid staff. One of the primary solutions to a mortgage crisis is to use court-based Ohio foreclosure mediation programs to resolve foreclosure cases.
The demand for help is in high demand as more people are falling behind on their mortgage payments. To address the volume of foreclosure cases across the state, almost 1,500 private attorneys responded to a call-to-service. These lawyers have volunteered to provide pro bono foreclosure legal assistance to homeowners facing foreclosure.
In addition, Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation pro bono staff and attorneys continues to work closely with all statewide agencies, law firms and other partners and with all six legal aid regions to coordinate services, share best practices, and monitor outcomes of the program.
To learn more or to receive free legal advice for dealing with a foreclosure, dial 1-866-529-6446.
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