LAWO believes a supportive workplace creates the high-quality professional services our clients and client communities need to protect their rights and ensure their dignity. Our culture reflects:
- Our commitment to being a nonprofit law firm that provides the highest possible services to our clients
- Our commitment to serving individuals and households living and working in poverty
- Our commitment to helping our clients achieve self-reliance, equal justice, and economic opportunity
We are proud of all our staff. Below is information on our amazing management team.

Patricia Y. Hernández
Director of Advocacy
Toledo, OH
pyhernandez [at] lawolaw.org