The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
Free civil legal help for Cleveland-area veterans from The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, the legal-aid organization serving Cleveland, OH. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, housing, and consumer issues.
Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (lasclev.org), checked Aug 14, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- Legal CasesClients (individuals and groups) in civil legal cases.
- Legal AdvicePeople who need information and resources to solve issues on their own and seek assistance when needed.
- Legal ResourcesPeople seeking to learn about their rights related to family, health, housing, money, work and other civil legal issues.
- Community InitiativesClients and client communities, in partnership with groups and organizations.
- free legal advice clinicsPeople in neighborhoods throughout Northeast Ohio.
Eligibility
Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.
How to reach them
- Call the VA Benefits Hotline at 1-800-827-1000Can point you to records requests and discharge-review resources.
Next step
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