# FOIAfile

> FOIAfile is the fastest way to file a FOIA request online. Submit Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and state public records requests to any federal or Ohio agency in under 3 minutes. Built by practicing FOIA attorneys at T Miller Law.

## What FOIAfile Does

FOIAfile is a web application that helps anyone file FOIA requests (Freedom of Information Act requests) with federal government agencies and Ohio state agencies. The platform handles:

- Guided FOIA request building with proper legal language and citations
- Automatic formatting to agency-specific requirements
- Delivery to the correct agency FOIA office
- Deadline tracking (20 business day statutory deadline under 5 U.S.C. § 552)
- Status updates and document management
- Legal action support when agencies miss deadlines

## Key Facts

- URL: https://foiafile.com
- First FOIA request is free (no credit card required)
- Pay-per-request: $9.99 per FOIA request after the first
- 5-Pack: $19.99 one-time for 5 prepaid requests ($3.99 each)
- Pro plan: $19/month for unlimited FOIA requests
- Firm plan: $49/month for law firms and organizations
- Supports 27+ federal and Ohio state agencies
- Average time to file: under 3 minutes
- Built by FOIA litigation attorneys at T Miller Law (https://tmiller-law.com)

## Who Uses FOIAfile

- Journalists investigating government activity
- Attorneys filing FOIA requests for clients
- Researchers accessing government data
- Citizens exercising their right to government transparency
- Law firms managing multiple FOIA filings

## How It Works

1. Pick a government agency — Search or browse 27+ federal and Ohio state agencies
2. Describe the records you need — The guided builder helps write a clear, legally sound request
3. Submit and track — FOIAfile handles formatting, delivery, and deadline tracking

## What is FOIA?

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, is a federal law enacted in 1966 that gives any person the right to request access to federal agency records. FOIA applies to records held by agencies in the executive branch of the federal government. Agencies must respond within 20 business days. If an agency misses its deadline or denies a request improperly, the requester can file suit in federal district court.

## FOIA Resources on FOIAfile

- Understanding FOIA: https://foiafile.com/learn
- How to Write a FOIA Request: https://foiafile.com/guides/how-to-write-foia-request
- FOIA Deadlines and Your Rights: https://foiafile.com/guides/foia-deadlines-and-your-rights
- The 9 FOIA Exemptions Explained: https://foiafile.com/guides/foia-exemptions-explained
- How to Appeal a FOIA Denial: https://foiafile.com/guides/how-to-appeal
- FOIA for Journalists: https://foiafile.com/guides/foia-for-journalists
- Ohio Public Records Act: https://foiafile.com/guides/ohio-public-records
- Agency FOIA Scorecards: https://foiafile.com/agencies
- Public Records Explorer: https://foiafile.com/explore

## Legal Support

When government agencies miss FOIA deadlines or improperly deny requests, FOIAfile connects users with the FOIA litigation attorneys at T Miller Law. Under 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(4)(B), requesters can file suit in federal court. FOIA provides for recovery of attorney fees when the requester substantially prevails, meaning legal representation may come at no upfront cost.

## Contact

- Website: https://foiafile.com
- Legal support: https://tmiller-law.com/foia-requests