Northern Nevada Legal Aid (formerly Washoe Legal Services)

Northern Nevada Legal Aid, previously known as Washoe Legal Services, is a nonprofit organization that offers free or low-cost legal assistance to qualified residents in Washoe County and other rural northern Nevada counties. Their services are aimed at helping society's most vulnerable members by eliminating barriers to accessing the legal system, protecting their rights, ensuring their safety, and providing stability. They focus on civil matters where individuals may be at a disadvantage from the start, though some reviewers express a desire for legal aid to be available for a broader range of issues, including fighting against corporate tyranny. The organization is located within the Senior Center at 1155 E. 9th Street in Reno, which offers various functions and resources for seniors. A balanced lunch is served for free, and a homemade soup is available for a dollar. The Senior Center features a library and provides various legal aid services, such as assistance with DNRs, Power of Attorney, will preparation, and end-of-life instructions. Reviewers describe Northern Nevada Legal Aid as polite, professional, and extremely helpful. They appreciate the organization's dedication to serving the community and encourage those in need to reach out for assistance. The Senior Center, where the legal aid services are housed, also offers a monthly schedule of activities and lunch menus, as well as convenient access to public transportation.