The Legal Team at Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, Inc. (ABLE) provides essential legal assistance and advocacy in civil matters to low-income individuals and groups in western Ohio. They handle a variety of cases including housing, community economic development, long-term care, and immigrant rights, aiming to ensure equal justice and opportunities for self-reliance. The team includes staff attorneys, ombudsmen, advocates, paralegals, and legal externs who collaborate to deliver high-quality legal services and support.
Chelsea Kemper
Staff Attorney
Christopher Stieben
Long Term Care Ombudsman
Emma Cassell
Staff Attorney
Gwen Short
Staff Attorney
Holly Fudge
Legal Extern
Kathleen Kersh
Managing Attorney, Agricultura...
Michael Loudenslager
Staff Attorney, Housing And Co...
Rachel Hartshorn
Ombudsman Volunteer Coordinato...
Saraa El-Assir
Agricultural Worker And Immigr...
Selin Hussainzada
Paralegal