Douglas County District Court

Our Mission: Connecting the community and the legal system through the courts. Volunteering fosters a trusting and collaborative environment within the justice system which advances the welfare of our community.

Why Volunteer With Us?

By joining our team, you will help residents access critical legal resources, contributing to a more informed and empowered community. We deeply value your dedication and strive to provide a supportive environment that fosters both personal growth and community impact.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Self-Help Center (SHC)

The SHC’s mission is to provide free information, tools, and resources to pro se litigants (those individuals who represent themselves and handle their legal issues without an attorney to represent them; also called “self-represented litigants” or “SRLs”).

Self-Help Center volunteers commit to at least two hours per week in the center. Onboarding as a SHC volunteer is done through a combination of online training and on-the-job immersion assisting SRLs. Volunteers provide neutral, accurate and reliable information through professional conduct. Volunteers do not provide legal advice but provide resource information to customers needing elevated legal support. Volunteering in the SHC is great for individuals who enjoy taking a proactive, engaged approach to helping people during potentially high-stress encounters.

Volunteers will be located in the SHC within the Judicial and Law Enforcement Center, with frequent contact and interaction with members of the public and court staff.

Volunteering at the SHC is perfect for those interested in the law generally, are considering a profession in the law, or are otherwise committed to access to justice.