Just Neighbors

Just Neighbors was founded in 1996 by several pastors and attorneys of the United Methodist Church to develop a practical response to the legal challenges that low-income immigrants face in the United States. The organization set out to provide accurate and reliable information and services to the immigrant community. The founders of Just Neighbors recognized the need to assist immigrants of all faiths and nationalities and treat immigrants with compassion and hospitality. In 1996, Just Neighbors opened the doors of its offices in Falls Church, Virginia. Two years later, a second office in Herndon, Virginia, was established to provide immigration legal services to the growing immigrant population in western Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William Counties. In 2000, the organization moved its main office to Arlington United Methodist Church. In September 2008, Just Neighbors moved to its present location in Falls Church, Virginia. Just Neighbors provides services to clients in English and Spanish. Since its inception, Just Neighbors has partnered with other nonprofit organizations, community volunteers, local faith-based groups and pro bono lawyers that provide services to immigrants. Through its direct and collaborative efforts, Just Neighbors has helped empower clients and educate the community about current immigration laws and policies.