How does Nebraska Advocacy Services, Inc. (NAS) decide whether or not it will represent me?
Generally, a decision to provide legal representation is based on three criteria: – The merits of your claim; – Whether your problem falls within priorities established by our Board of Directors; – The availability of agency resources. NAS reserves the right to refuse to accept a case under the following circumstances: – The problem or issue does not arise from the individual’s disability. – An ethical or professional conflict exists within NAS. – The individual is currently represented by an attorney. – Legal action was started at the time the individual contacted NAS. – There is another agency “better equipped” to handle the case. – The legal issues are clearly established and another system exists in which non-legal advocates can effectively pursue enforcement of rights. – No legal remedy is available.
