The Center for Student Legal Services at Ohio University

05/28/2024

Hey new Ohio University Bobcats! We can’t wait to see you at BSO. Stop by our table to learn more about the $15 Student Legal Fee and what it can do for you.

04/20/2024

Earlier today we bid a bitter sweet farewell to our current Managing Attorney, Stephanie Russell-Ramos. You will be missed Stephanie!

03/01/2024

Come visit us at the Off-Campus Housing Fair on Monday, March 4th, at the LLC Amphitheater to learn more about our services!

www.studentlegalrights.org

01/17/2024

The Center for Student Legal Services can help Ohio University students deal with heating issues and burst pipes in their apartments. Before you reach for your own wallet, give us a call at 740-594-8093 or visit our website, studentlegalrights.org, for more information!

12/23/2023

11/05/2023

We provide Ohio University students with a wide range of legal services. We are staffed by two full-time attorneys who offer students legal representation for issues that are tried in Athens County courts. Our attorneys have experience in civil and criminal law and are dedicated to serving the students of Ohio University and bettering the community of Athens.

Learn more about the services we provide at studentlegalrights.org!

10/11/2023

Meet the next member of our Board of Directors, Laurel Zarbaugh!

Laurel is a junior English pre-law student also pursuing a minor in political science and a certificate in Law, Justice, and Culture. She served a one-year term on the CSLS 2022-2023 Board of Directors and is now serving another one-year term for the 2023-2024 Board. Laurel works as a peer tutor at the Academic Achievement Center and is a legal intern at Adam Baker Attorney & Counselor at Law in Athens. She is passionate about gaining real-world experience and hopefully continuing her education after she graduates in the Spring. In her spare time, Laurel enjoys going to Ginger and spending time with friends!

10/09/2023

Our next board member to introduce is Garrett Meek!

Garrett is a Junior from Columbus, Ohio, double majoring in Finance and Strategic Leadership/ Management and pursuing a sales certificate. Garrett is one of two student members on the Board of Trustees, an Account Management with the Schey Sales Centre, and the Interval Vice President of Pi Kappa Alpha, he also serves as both the VP of finance and administration as well as VP of Recruitment for the Interfraternity Council. Outside of school, Garrett enjoys fishing, watching college football, and spending time with his family.

10/05/2023

We serve students with dedication and expertise. Check out what students have to say about their experiences with CSLS:

https://www.studentlegalrights.org/testimonials

10/03/2023

Meet the next member of our Board of Directors, Victoria Copeland.

Victoria is a Junior Political Science and Communication Studies undergraduate student with a certificate in Law, Justice, and Culture. Along with serving as a board member, she is also an office assistant in the College of Arts and Sciences History department, section leader in the Marching 110, and member of the OU Speech and Forensics Team. Outside of class, her hobbies include a love of reading, music, and crafts. Victoria is currently serving the first year of her two-year term with CSLS and is looking forward to working with her fellow board members for the 2023-2024 year.

09/29/2023

Introducing another Board member, SDS Director Shywann Horne!

Shywann is a junior studying Political Science Pre-law with a minor in Philosophy and will be receiving a certificate in Forensic Studies. She is the Director for Students Defending Students as well as a member of OIP-U, BLSA (Black Law Students Association), and several different communities! In her free time, she likes to cook, travel, and learn something new!

09/28/2023

FAQs of CSLS: YES, we're a real law office with seasoned attorneys at your service! Swap that hourly $150-$250 attorney fee for a semester-long safety net at just $15 for Ohio University students. Learn more about us at studentlegalrights.org. Secure your semester, secure your rights!