Free Adult Name Change Clinic

A legal name change can be an important step toward having your documents reflect who you are. Legal Aid of Nebraska is offering a free Adult Name Change Clinic in Omaha to help eligible Douglas County residents navigate the process with legal information, document-drafting assistance, and support.

The clinic will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Omaha ForUs. Adults who have lived in Douglas County for at least one year are invited to apply.

Legal Aid of Nebraska will also help participants seek a court fee waiver or cover eligible filing and publication costs, helping ensure that participants can complete the name-change process without those costs becoming a barrier.

Quick Event Details

• Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
• Time: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
• Location: Omaha ForUs, 742 N 109th Court, Omaha, NE 68154
• Cost: Free
• Eligibility: Adults who have resided in Douglas County for at least one year
• Registration: Advance application and screening are required
• Application deadline: Before September 15, 2026
• Legal services provided by: Legal Aid of Nebraska
• Hosted by: Omaha ForUs

How to Register

To be considered for an appointment, complete Legal Aid of Nebraska’s Adult Name Change Clinic Intake Application. The application is specifically for eligible adults residing in Douglas County.

Advance screening is required, and walk-in appointments will not be available. Applications should be completed before September 15. Because clinic appointments are limited, community members who are interested are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

The online application currently includes English and Spanish language options.

What the Clinic Can Help With

Legal name-change procedures can involve court documents, filing requirements, publication requirements, and other steps that may feel difficult to navigate alone. Legal Aid of Nebraska staff and volunteers will help eligible clinic participants understand and move through the process.

Clinic services include:

• Information about the adult name-change process
• Help preparing and drafting required documents
• Guidance through applicable court requirements
• Assistance seeking a court fee waiver when appropriate
• Coverage of applicable filing and publication costs when a fee waiver is not obtained

Cost

There is no cost to participate in the clinic.

Legal Aid of Nebraska will either assist participants with obtaining a court fee waiver or cover the filing and publication costs associated with the name change. The goal is for eligible clinic participants to be able to obtain their name change without those expenses becoming a barrier.

Getting to Omaha ForUs

The clinic will be held at Omaha ForUs, 742 N 109th Court, Omaha, NE 68154.

• Parking: Free parking is available in the lot directly in front of Omaha ForUs on the east side of the building.
• Public transportation: Omaha ForUs is served by Metro bus route 14 and is located within a Metro Flex zone.

Please follow any appointment or arrival instructions provided by Legal Aid of Nebraska after completing the screening process.

Accessibility, Inclusion & Privacy

Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect while accessing legal services. Heartland Pride is sharing this clinic as a community resource for eligible adults who may benefit from support navigating the legal name-change process, including LGBTQIA+ and gender-diverse community members.

Because a name-change application involves personal information, please submit sensitive or confidential details directly through Legal Aid of Nebraska’s official intake process rather than sending them to Heartland Pride.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for the clinic?

The clinic is for adults who have lived in Douglas County, Nebraska, for at least one year. Applicants must also complete Legal Aid of Nebraska’s advance intake and screening process.

Can I walk in on September 19 without registering?

No. Walk-in appointments are not available. Advance screening is required before September 15, 2026, and appointments are limited.

How much does the clinic cost?

The clinic is free. Legal Aid of Nebraska will assist participants with obtaining a court fee waiver or cover applicable filing and publication costs so those expenses do not prevent an eligible participant from completing the process.

What kind of assistance will I receive?

The clinic will provide information, document-drafting services, and support with navigating the adult name-change process. The assistance appropriate for each participant will depend on their individual circumstances and Legal Aid’s screening process.

Do I need to bring documents with me?

Follow the instructions provided by Legal Aid of Nebraska after your application and screening. They can let you know what information or documents you should have available for your appointment.

Where is the clinic?

The clinic will be held at Omaha ForUs, 742 N 109th Court, Omaha, NE 68154.

Is parking available?

Yes. Omaha ForUs provides free parking in the lot directly in front of the community center on the east side of the building.

Can I use public transportation?

Omaha ForUs is on Metro bus route 14 and is also within a Metro Flex service zone.

Is Heartland Pride providing the legal services?

No. Legal services and participant screening are being provided by Legal Aid of Nebraska, and the clinic is hosted by Omaha ForUs. Heartland Pride is helping connect community members with this free local resource.

Connecting Our Community With Support

Access to affirming, understandable legal support can make a meaningful difference. Heartland Pride is grateful to Legal Aid of Nebraska and Omaha ForUs for helping community members access information, assistance, and resources for the name-change process.

If this clinic could help you or someone you know, please share the opportunity and encourage eligible community members to apply before the screening deadline.

Appointments are limited. Apply before September 15, 2026.