Legal Aid of Nebraska AccessLine
Free civil legal help for people with low income, in English and Spanish. Call or apply online.
Official page: legalaidofnebraska.org/call-for-help.html
No cost Legal and Tenant Help in Nebraska
No cost legal help for Nebraska renters: Legal Aid of Nebraska, eviction court help, security deposits, fair housing complaints and consumer protection.
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Hi friend. Court papers and landlord problems can feel scary. You have rights, and free legal help is here for people who qualify. Don't ignore any papers you get.
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Can I just walk in to Legal Aid of Nebraska?
No. Legal Aid says there are no walk ins. Call the AccessLine at 877 250 2016 or apply online, and you can ask for a free interpreter.
Official page: legalaidofnebraska.org/call-for-help.html
I got eviction papers in Lincoln. What should I do?
Contact Legal Aid of Nebraska right away and go to every court hearing. Hearings are at the Lancaster County Courthouse, 575 S. 10th St., 2nd floor. Bring proof of income, your lease and your landlord's contact info.
Official page: lincoln.ne.gov/City/Departments/City-Attorneys-Office/LCHR/Tenant-Assistance-Project
How fast does my landlord have to return my deposit?
Nebraska sets a deadline for your landlord to return your deposit, or what is left with a list of what was taken out. Give your landlord your new address. The Nebraska Judicial Branch renter page explains the deadline.
Official page: nebraskajudicial.gov/self-help/renterlandlord/rentertenant
What housing discrimination is against the law?
It is illegal to treat you differently in housing because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability or family status. File with the NEOC within one year. There is no fee.
Official page: neoc.nebraska.gov/sites/default/files/2024-08/The%20NEOC%20in%20a%20Capsule%20%281%29_0.pdf
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Bunkly tip: take dated photos of your home when you move in and out. It helps when you talk about your deposit.
Who to call in Nebraska
Here are official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.
Legal Aid of Nebraska ElderAccessLine
A free legal help line for Nebraskans age 60 and older in all 93 counties.
Official page: legalaidofnebraska.org/call-for-help.html
Tenant Assistance Project (City of Lincoln)
For tenants facing eviction in Lancaster County. It says to contact Legal Aid right away and go to every hearing.
Official page: lincoln.ne.gov/City/Departments/City-Attorneys-Office/LCHR/Tenant-Assistance-Project
Nebraska Equal Opportunity Commission (NEOC)
Takes and looks into housing discrimination complaints anywhere in Nebraska. Omaha 402 595 2028.
Official page: neoc.nebraska.gov/contact-us
Lincoln Commission on Human Rights
Takes reports and questions about housing discrimination in Lincoln.
Official page: lincoln.ne.gov/City/Departments/City-Attorneys-Office/LCHR/Tenant-Assistance-Project
Nebraska Attorney General, Consumer Protection
Takes consumer complaints and scam reports by phone, online, email or mail.
Official page: protectthegoodlife.nebraska.gov/contact-us
Nebraska Judicial Branch, Renter Self Help
The court's renter page sends you to Law Help Nebraska for landlord and tenant questions.
Official page: nebraskajudicial.gov/self-help/renterlandlord/rentertenant
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