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Why Join Us?
Calling all legal trailblazers! Northern Nevada Legal Aid is on the lookout for passionate individuals like you to join our dynamic team. Whether you’re a recent law school grad or have taken the Nevada Bar exam and are awaiting results, we want you! This is your chance to gain invaluable experience, soak up mentorship, and truly make a difference in our community. Don’t miss out apply now, and let’s change lives together!
About Us
Welcome to Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA), formerly known as Washoe Legal Services! Since 1965, we’ve been on a mission to ensure that justice isn’t just a privilege for the few, but a right for all. As a proud 501(c)(3) non-profit, we dedicate ourselves to advocating for Northern Nevada’s most vulnerable populations, such as domestic violence victims, abused and neglected children, the elderly, disabled, and immigrants in distress.
In recent years, we’ve tackled thousands of legal matters, ranging from immigration cases to child advocacy. NNLA isn’t just a legal service; we’re a lifeline, a beacon of hope, and a trusted partner in the fight for safety and stability. Join us as we continue to make waves in our community and expand access to justice for everyone!
Our Mission
At Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA), we are committed to creating a world where access to justice is not determined by one’s financial means. We believe that everyone deserves a voice in the legal system, and we are dedicated to ensuring that every individual receives the guidance needed to navigate these complexities.
Our Commitment to Clients
Our passionate team comprised of attorneys, legal assistants, coordinators, pro bono attorneys, and dedicated volunteers works diligently to provide essential support to the residents of Washoe County and rural Nevada. We recognize the Complexities of the legal system and the financial challenges many encounter. This is why we are here: to eliminate barriers and provide accessible legal assistance, ensuring that justice is available to all.
Providing Experienced & Diverse Legal Services
For nearly 60 years, Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA) has provided legal assistance to thousands of individuals and families across Nevada. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality legal resources to those without a voice.
Our comprehensive services include:
- Direct representation
- Drafting legal documents
- Contract reviews
- Negotiation with third parties
- Legal counsel and advice
- Educational seminars and workshops
- Legal self-help resources
- Access to Free Legal Aid Makes a Difference
The affordable legal services offered by NNLA help level the playing field, empowering underserved individuals to advocate for themselves without the burden of financial obstacles. In 2021 alone, we tackled over 8,820 legal matters, proving that justice isn’t just a dream, it’s our daily grind! providing direct representation to more than 2,500 clients, including:
- 1,269 individuals in adult guardianship cases
- Over 1,500 children in the foster care system
- 174 survivors of domestic violence
Every day, we empower our clients with dignity and respect, guiding them through legal challenges and helping them reclaim their voices in the legal system.
With our supporters’ generous contributions, we’ve been delivering crucial services across Northern Nevada for nearly 60 years and we’re just getting started!
Join us at NNLA, where compassion meets fun, and let’s work together to make a difference while having a good time doing it! Apply today your future self will thank you!
