Northwest Justice Project Olympia Office – Olympia, WA

Equal Justice for All Low-Income Washingtonians

The Northwest Justice Project (NJP) Olympia Office serves as a critical lifeline for low-income residents in Thurston, Mason, and Lewis counties. As Washington State’s largest publicly funded legal aid program, NJP is dedicated to the mission of combating injustice, strengthening communities, and protecting human dignity. They provide free civil legal assistance and representation to those who would otherwise be unable to afford a lawyer. The Olympia office is part of a statewide network of professionals working to address fundamental human needs. The attorneys and staff at NJP understand that for many of their clients, legal issues are not just inconveniences-they are crises that threaten their housing, safety, and ability to feed their families. By providing high-quality legal advocacy, NJP works to level the playing field and ensure that the justice system works for everyone, regardless of their ability to pay.

Vital Legal Services

The Olympia office focuses on high-priority civil legal issues that affect the basic necessities of life.

• Family Safety: NJP prioritizes cases involving domestic violence. They assist survivors in obtaining protection orders, securing custody of children, and navigating divorce proceedings to ensure safety and independence from abusers.
• Housing Preservation: Preventing homelessness is a core mission. The legal team represents tenants facing eviction, fights illegal lockouts, and assists with disputes involving subsidized housing and housing discrimination. They work to keep families in their homes.
• Income Security: The office helps individuals access and maintain essential public benefits, such as TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), SSI (Supplemental Security Income), and food assistance. They also assist with consumer debt issues and wage theft claims.
• Health and Education: NJP advocates for clients denied access to necessary healthcare services and represents students facing unfair disciplinary actions or denial of special education services.

Accessing Help

Access to the Northwest Justice Project’s services often begins with their centralized intake line, known as CLEAR (Coordinated Legal Education, Advice, and Referral). This system ensures that resources are directed to those with the most critical needs. The Olympia office itself is a hub of activity, where staff attorneys work on complex cases and collaborate with community partners to identify systemic issues affecting the poor. The team is known for their compassion, cultural competence, and tireless dedication to their clients. They do not charge for their services, removing the financial barrier that often prevents justice from being served. In addition to direct representation, NJP provides self-help materials and community legal education to empower individuals to advocate for themselves.

Central Downtown Location

The Olympia office is prominently located in the heart of downtown at 711 Capitol Way S. Situated in a multi-story professional building, the office is just blocks away from the Washington State Capitol and major government agencies. This central location ensures that the office is accessible to the community it serves, with excellent public transit connections and proximity to the courts.

Justice should not be a luxury. We fight every day to ensure that dignity, safety, and fairness are available to all members of our community, not just the wealthy.

If you are low-income and facing a civil legal problem, the Northwest Justice Project may be able to help. Contact the CLEAR hotline or visit their website to apply for assistance and take the first step toward resolving your legal crisis.