ResourcesVLP has a small staff. We do not accept or respond to calls, emails, or written requests for help. Resources for both individuals and nonprofit organizations seeking pro bono legal assistance are listed below. Please read through the sections below to learn about what resources are available to you.
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Private IndividualIf you have a legal problem and cannot afford to hire a lawyer, you may be eligible for free civil (non-criminal) legal services. Listed below are the steps that should be taken to seek legal assistance.
VLP can only help low-income applicants and may not be able to serve all who apply. Many factors determine whether a person is eligible for services. Generally, income eligibility is based on the federal poverty income guidelines. VLP does not provide assistance with criminal problems, appeals, or certain civil cases. VLP does not provide assistance to persons who are incarcerated. Other online resources are available to you as well. Click any of the buttons below for videos, guides, and other helpful information about legal services that may be available to you. Vertical Divider
Feedback SurveyHave you recently received assistance through the Volunteer Lawyers Project? VLP is constantly seeking ways to improve our services so we can best fulfill our mission of helping lawyers help people. We would love your feedback on the services you received. Click the button below to fill out a short, 1-to 5-minute survey. Thank you!
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Nonprofit OrganizationAre you seeking pro bono legal counsel for your nonprofit? Fill out the survey below to see if your organization would qualify for pro bono assistance through VLP. It is important to note that this is only available for NPOs seeking legal assistance for matters such as formation, bylaw review, etc. If you are seeking legal assistance for the people your NPO serves, please have them contact Legal Aid of Nebraska or submit a question through Nebraska Free Legal Answers.
**Please note that the Volunteer Lawyers Project can only accept and match cases that qualify as "Pro Bono" under the Nebraska Supreme Court's definition- so that is why we ask the above questions.**
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