Reduced Fee Program - Minnesota State Bar Association - MSBA

- Open to all individuals who have a stable income between 125 and 250 percent of the federal poverty guidelines
Proof of household income
9 am - 4 pm Monday - Thursday 9 am - 3 pm Friday

- Call for a financial and legal screening - If client meets income guidelines and the legal issue is appropriate, staff will attempt to schedule a 30-minute consultation with an attorney who has agreed to accept a reduced hourly fee. After the consultation, the attorney will decide whether or not to take the case, and the client will decide whether or not to hire the attorney.

- $30 administrative fee payable at the initial consultation - $55/hour for private attorneys - Clients must have $500 retainer before the appointment is scheduled

MN

Description

Helps individuals connect with attorneys who will provide reduced-cost legal services

Providing organization

Minnesota State Bar Association - MSBA

Statewide professional organization of attorneys that offers a variety of low-fee legal services and referral information

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