Kenton County residents who have received an eviction court summons can get free legal representation through the Access to Counsel program, backed by United Way of Greater Cincinnati.
The program pairs Legal Aid of the Bluegrass with Children's Law Center, a Covington-based nonprofit serving youth in Kentucky and Ohio, to provide legal defense and rent relief to tenants facing eviction in Boone, Campbell, Grant and Kenton counties. United Way announced the expansion in its fall 2026 impact update published Wednesday, Sept. 30.
The program serves individuals and families who have already received a court summons. United Way described the services as focused legal representation and rent relief, though the organization did not specify income limits, case-type restrictions or capacity caps.
How to apply
Residents can reach Legal Aid of the Bluegrass at 859-431-8200. Phone lines are open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Calls are answered in the order received.
Online intake is also available through Legal Aid's website.
Housing tops regional need
The expansion comes as housing remains the most common reason people contact United Way's 211 helpline in the region. Between July and September 2026, the helpline logged 14,318 requests and made 51,307 referrals, with housing the top category of need. Claire Meyer, United Way of Greater Cincinnati's manager of housing security, leads the organization's eviction-prevention efforts.
Separately, United Way will open its Emerging Priorities Fund on Friday, Oct. 30, accepting grant applications from nonprofits working on short-term housing barriers through Tuesday, Nov. 24.
How to get help
Kenton County residents facing eviction can call Legal Aid of the Bluegrass at 859-431-8200 or visit lablaw.org to start an intake.
Upcoming dates
- Friday, Oct. 30: United Way Emerging Priorities Fund grant applications open
- Tuesday, Nov. 24: Grant application deadline
