Center for Elder Law & Justice - Chautauqua County Office

716-261-3275

Consumer Law, Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services, Durable Power of Attorney for Asset Management, Elder Law, Elder Mediation, Eviction Prevention Assistance, General Benefits and Services Assistance, General Legal Aid, Health Law, Insurance Law, Landlord/Tenant Dispute Resolution, Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling, Patient Rights Assistance, Pension Benefits Assistance, Tax Foreclosure Assistance

Provides free legal representation in eight counties of Western New York. The Chautauqua County office offers legal services in the areas of:
- Assisted Living
- Evictions
- Consumer Protection
- Elder Abuse Prevention
- Foreclosure Prevention
- Health Care Advocacy
- Housing
- Income Maintenance
- Substituted Decision Making
- Western New York Coalition Pooled Trust

Also houses the Elder Advocacy Program, a cross-systems community collaboration to address elder abuse. The Elder Advocacy Program acts as a single point-of-entry for elder abuse survivors, assessing their needs and providing appropriate legal and non-legal services to end abuse and empower survivors.

Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm; 8am-3:30pm during summer, Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Most services are limited to seniors 60 years of age and older. However, the Elder Advocacy Program serves those 55 years of age and older, and some services are available to disabled and low income individuals who do not meet the age criteria. Please call to inquire if unsure about eligibility.

Service Area: Chautauqua County.

Call 716-261-3275 for assistance. The office is currently closed to walk-ins, but appointments can be scheduled. Staff are working remotely but also have in-office hours available.

No fees for program services. In limited circumstances and depending on whether court action is necessary, court fees may be associated with some court filings.

English. Interpretation and translation services are available.

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Mar 01, 2021