Providing Equal Justice for All Since 1912
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The Civil Legal Services Unit provides representation in matters where legal representation is generally unavailable from other legal-services providers.
What Do We Do?
We can give you advice and legal representation in matters that are not criminal in nature but that do require the assistance of a lawyer.
Who Can Use Our Services?
We must comply with income guidelines set by the U.S. government. Generally speaking, these are determined by family size and amount to 125% of the current federal poverty guidelines. When you contact us for assistance, we will then make a determination of your eligibility.
What Problems Do We Handle?
For All Erie County Residents:
Divorce and other Family-Law Matters We will provide legal assistance if you are seeking a divorce or separation or if your spouse is seeking one from you. We will help you with all related matters, including child custody and visitation, child support, maintenance and enforcement.
Bankruptcy and Related Matters If it is an appropriate remedy for you in the case of overwhelming debt, we can assist you with individual bankruptcy.
Unemployment Insurance Appeals If your case is appropriate, we can provide representation to appeal a denial of unemployment benefits.
For City of Buffalo Residents Only:
Landlord and Tenant Disputes We represent both tenants and low-income landlords in eviction proceedings.
Housing Code Violations We can provide legal assistance if you are facing charges in Buffalo Housing Court of violating the city’s Housing Code.
Foreclosure Defense We can assist you if the City of Buffalo or County of Erie is attempting to foreclose on your home due to failure to pay property taxes, the city user fee, or your water bill.
Martha had multiple sclerosis and could work only part-time. Her daughter suffered both mental and physical disabilities, and her husband, who had been convicted of a serious crime, had lost his job. Without any income, she stood to lose her home and subsequently see her daughter removed to a facility. Martha filed for divorce. She secured her husband's pension benefits and continual payment from him for their daughter's requisite wheelchair van, as well as full equity in the house. Martha was able to keep her daughter in their home and to provide for her exceptional needs. |
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