Summit Legal Aid is a nonprofit organization providing free, comprehensive civil legal services to low-income residents and victims of domestic violence in Johnstown, PA and surrounding counties. Specializing in family law, housing stability, economic security, and domestic abuse cases, the firm stands out for its commitment to ensuring equal access to justice for vulnerable community members regardless of their ability to pay.
The organization takes a client-centered approach, offering legal advice, court representation, and assistance with complex paperwork to help individuals navigate challenging legal situations. With a demonstrated impact of serving nearly 14,000 people in a single year, Summit Legal Aid focuses on protecting families, preserving housing, and promoting financial stability through dedicated advocacy and community outreach.
Services Offered
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce
- Juvenile Dependency
- Housing Discrimination
- Tenants Rights
- Foreclosure Assistance
- Mobile Home Legal Issues
- Subsidized Housing Assistance
- Public Assistance
- Unemployment Compensation
- Tax Assistance (Low Income Taxpayer Clinic)
- Driver’s License Restoration
- Removing Criminal Records
- Domestic Violence Protection
- Legal Advice and Representation
- Assistance with Legal Paperwork
Summit Legal Aid proudly serves residents across Armstrong, Cambria, Clarion, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Jefferson, Somerset, Washington, and Westmoreland Counties, ensuring broad regional access to essential legal support for those in need.
