The Akron Bar Association is dedicated to improving the administration of law and justice by fostering community service, educating the Bar, improving public understanding of the law and justice system, and promoting the integrity of the profession.

The Akron Bar Association was founded on February 20, 1875, with approximately 50 members. It now has an active membership of over 1,462 lawyers, most of who are in private practice, plus an additional 94 associate members.

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT DOES THE LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE DO?
The Akron Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service is a non-profit public service. Contact with our service puts you in touch with a pre-screened lawyer with whom you may schedule a 1/2 hour appointment for a $30.00 fee (instead of the lawyer's normal hourly fee). This fee is waived for personal bankruptcy, SSI, workers compensation and personal injury. Fees for additional services beyond the consultation are arranged between you and the lawyer. Often the consultation is all that is needed. For tips and ideas on how to make the most of your consultation, please click here.

For information on becoming a Notary Public, please click here

If you are in the legal profession and would like to become a member of the Akron Bar Association, please click here

RE THERE ANY SPECIAL SERVICES OFFERED?
In some cases, arrangements for housecalls, knowledge of foreign languages, evening appointments, and referrals to other states may be available depending on your circumstances.

WHAT IF I CANNOT AFFORD AN ATTORNEY?
The Lawyer Referral Service does not make arrangements for reduced fees or free legal services. These types of cases are handled by the following organizations in Northeast Ohio:

Community Legal Aid Services, Inc.
1-800-998-9454
http://www.communitylegalaid.org
Serving Columbiana, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Trumbull and Wayne Counties.

The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
216-687-1900
http://www.lasclev.org
Serving Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geuaga, Lake and Lorain Counties.

WHAT IF I JUST HAVE A QUICK QUESTION AND DON'T WANT A CONSULTATION?
The Ask An Attorney Program is offered the second and fourth Fridays of each month from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Call the Akron Bar Association at 330-253-5007 to speak to the attorney on duty that morning. He or she will answer your question or advise you if you need to have a thirty minute consultation for your legal problem. Ask An Attorney is also offered on Friday mornings from 8:20 a.m. on WAKR Radio (1590 AM). Call 330-869-9800 to speak with the volunteer lawyer.

You may also click here for additional online resources on various legal topics.

WHAT IF I NEED A LAWYER SOMEWHERE ELSE?
Click here to be directed to a list of other Bar Associations across the country that can refer you to an appropriate attorney in their geographic location.

HOW DO I KNOW WHAT TYPE OF ATTORNEY I NEED?
The Lawyer Referral Service can help you to determine what type of attorney you need. Simply fill out the information below or call (330) 253-5038 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. You may also click here for a complete description of the Areas of Law.

Click here to be referred to an attorney