Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE)
Free civil legal help for Dayton-area veterans from Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE), the legal-aid organization serving Dayton, OH. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, housing, and consumer issues. ABLE's Dayton office provides free civil legal help across the Miami Valley.
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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