Legal Aid of Nebraska serves low income persons.  To qualify, your total gross annual income before taxes must not be greater than $13,000 for a one person family, $17,500 for a two person family, $22,000 for a three person family, $26,500 for a four person family, $31,000 for a five person family, $35,500 for a six person family, $40,000 for a seven person, $44,500 for an eight person family and $4,500 for each additional person over eight.  If your income slightly exceeds these amounts, you may still qualify for our services because we are able to take certain deductions to your income.  If your case is accepted, you will need to provide proof of your income.  If you are calling about an SSI Medicaid, TANF or food stamp program, different income guidelines may apply.

When calling the AccessLine^®, please try to have any paperwork related to your case in front of you.  If you are not a citizen, you will need to provide proof of your immigration status if your case is accepted.  Legal Aid of Nebraska does not provide representation in criminal matters.  If you have been charged with a crime and need a lawyer, please call your local county public defender’s office.  We do not provide representation if you are incarcerated and need a lawyer, even for non-criminal matters. We do not provide representation in worker’s compensation cases, personal injury claims, or any cases in which a fee can be generated by a private attorney.  For those types of cases, you should call a private attorney in your local area.

The AccessLine^® is open:   ( Please Note that all times are Central Time Zone )

Legal Aid of Nebraska is NOT able to respond to request for legal assistance made by email.

In Douglas; Sarpy & Dodge counties  you will need to call 348-1060
All other counties call 1-877-250-2016.