For Ohioans representing themselves in court, attempting to navigate the justice system can be a daunting task. That’s why Robby Southers, director of the Franklin County Municipal Court Self Help Center and Dispute Resolution Department, is laser-focused on increasing accessibility to the legal system. At the Franklin County Municipal Court Self Help Center, Southers leads [...]
The Foundation mourns the loss of Ohio Access to Justice Foundation Board Member Thomas Chema. Chema was a founding member of the Foundation’s Board of Directors and served as Foundation Board President from 1996 to 1999. In 2010, Chema became an emeritus member. Chema had a long and distinguished career spanning over 30 years in [...]
Jesse Moses, the first recipient of the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation Rising Star Award, credits much of his success in helping clients resolve civil legal challenges to his ability to build relationships. “I'm the type of person that if I talk to you once, I want to build a genuine connection so that in [...]
The Ohio Access to Justice Foundation welcomes Supreme Court of Ohio Justice Daniel R. Hawkins to its Board of Directors. Justice Hawkins will serve as the Foundation’s liaison to the Supreme Court of Ohio. “We are thrilled to welcome Justice Hawkins to the Board,” said Foundation Executive Director Angie Lloyd. “His experience and commitment to [...]
The Ohio Access to Justice Foundation is pleased to host Legal Aid Day 2025 at the Ohio Statehouse on May 13. Since the first Legal Aid Day in 2013, legal aid and the Foundation have strengthened relationships with Ohio legislators, garnering support for legal aid’s life-changing work to increase safety, stability, and financial security for [...]
The Supreme Court of Ohio and the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation have extended the deadline to complete the 2024 Pro Bono Survey to March 21. If you’re an Ohio attorney who hasn’t already completed the survey, please check your email and take the survey today. In less than 10 minutes, you’ll provide valuable information [...]
The Ohio Access to Justice Foundation (“Foundation”) is seeking a rising 2L or 3L to fill a 2025 summer clerkship position. The Foundation is a statewide, nonprofit organization committed to improving access to justice in Ohio. The foundation is the largest single funder of legal aid organizations in Ohio and convenes partners to promote access [...]
When the Foundation’s Pro Bono Director Sophia Chang first signed up for the Supreme Court of Ohio’s Lawyer to Lawyer Mentoring Program, she was fresh out of law school and eager to gain the advice and support of a seasoned attorney. Now that Chang is established in her career, the roles have reversed; she generously [...]
Legal Aid of Western Ohio (LAWO) attorney Lanese Layne began her legal career knowing she wanted to make a difference. When applying for law school, she picked the University of Dayton School of Law in part for its emphasis on service. “Those were values instilled in me by my parents, and so I was really [...]
It’s time again to report your pro bono hours and financial contributions to charitable legal organizations. This week, Ohio attorneys will receive an email with a link to complete the annual Supreme Court of Ohio and Ohio Access to Justice Foundation 2024 Pro Bono Survey. Reporting your hours is critical to understanding pro bono needs. [...]
