Legal Services of Northern Virginia

Specific Need

There are never sufficient funds to serve all of those in need. As a result, we have to make very difficult decisions about which cases we can accept. Unrestricted funds are the most needed and most appreciated.

Mission

To provide access to justice for disadvantaged individuals and communities.

Profile

Legal Services of Northen Virginia is a full service, nonprofit law firm that serves clients throughout Northern Virginia. LSNV is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization is primarily funded by Legal Services Corporation (both federal and state), local governments in Northern Virginia, Foundations, law firms, member of the private bar and other individuals. It was established in 1980 by consolidating several existing local legal aid organizations into a regional service program. LSNV's Loudoun County office, located on South Street in Leesburg, is staffed by four attorneys along with LSNV's Deputy Director and two paraprofessionals.

LSNV opens the door to justice by providing services in a variety of substantive civil legal areas, including: family law, housing law, elder law, public benefits claims, access to health care, child advocacy, consumer protection and AIDS/HIV issues. Staff and volunteers provide legal advice, brief service , and representation in administrative hearings and in court, as well as community legal education, and advocacy before local and state governmental entities, all without charge to our clients.