Legal Aid of Nebraska is a nonprofit law firm dedicated to providing quality civil legal assistance to low-income individuals and families across the state. With a mission to promote justice, dignity, hope, and self-sufficiency, the organization stands out for its commitment to serving those who have nowhere else to turn, offering critical support through a network of seven offices spanning all 93 counties.
The firm takes a comprehensive approach to legal aid, providing information, referrals, advice, self-help services, and full representation depending on the client’s situation and available resources. It focuses on preserving stability for vulnerable populations, including children, abuse victims, seniors, agricultural workers, and disaster-affected communities. Legal Aid of Nebraska emphasizes personal impact, having closed over 13,900 cases in 2024 with an economic benefit exceeding $12 million for its clients.
Services Offered
- Family Law (divorce, custody, child support, guardianship)
- Debt and Finance Assistance (bankruptcy, credit disputes, wage garnishment, tax debt)
- Housing Law (tenant rights, safe and healthy housing access, eviction defense)
- Income and Benefits Advocacy (Social Security, Veterans benefits, Medicaid, SNAP, Unemployment)
- Agricultural Worker Rights
- Disaster Relief Legal Services
- Juvenile Justice
- Native American Legal Program
- Record Sealing, Set Asides, and Pardons
- Name Change Assistance
- Healthcare-Related Legal Issues
- Consumer and Debt Resources
- Legal Resources for Seniors
- Tax Law Assistance
- Clean Slate Project
- Farm and Ranch Legal Support
- UPLIFT Program
- REACH Initiative
- Health Education and Law Project
- Housing Justice Program
Legal Aid of Nebraska serves low-income residents statewide, with services accessible in all 93 counties. The organization also provides extensive online resources, self-help handbooks, and operates specialized projects tailored to the needs of agricultural communities, disaster victims, and individuals seeking a fresh start through record clearance.
