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Processes court cases filed in Lac qui Parle County and offers other legal services, including:

• Conciliation Court (Small Claims Court)

• Court records and licenses

• Criminal state trial court

• Family Court

• Harassment Restraining Order and Temporary Restraining Order filing office

• Housing Court

• Juvenile Court

• Juror information

• Name changes

• Parking and traffic ticket fine collection office

• Performs civil marriage ceremonies

• Probate/Mental Health Court

Low-cost educational and training sessions on a variety of subjects regarding immigration-related matters. Presentations are tailored to meet the needs of each individual group, and are available to immigrants and refugees, service providers, legal practitioners, advocates, and the general community.

Administers legal programs and services through offices in Anoka, Minneapolis, Saint Cloud, and Wilmar. Helps eligible clients through direct representation, brief advice, and through participating in community legal education programs and clinics. Services include:

• Family law
• Housing issues
• Public benefits
• Employment
• Criminal expungement
• Consumer dept

Does not provide representation in CRIMINAL law matters

Processes court cases filed in Norman County and offers other legal services, including:

• Civil court

• Court records

• Criminal state trial court

• Family court

• Juvenile court

• Probate court

• Traffic court

Processes court cases filed in Meeker County and offers other legal services, including:

• Conciliation Court (Small Claims Court)

• Court records

• Criminal state trial court

• Family Court

• Harassment Restraining Order and Temporary Restraining Order filing office

• Law library

• Housing Court

• Juvenile Court

• Juror information

• Name changes

• Parking and traffic ticket fine collection office

• Performs civil marriage ceremonies

• Probate/Mental Health Court

Offers in-person support from trained court staff who are available to assist with general procedural information and provide access to court resources. Court staff can:

• Explain how to complete court forms

• Offer general guidance on court rules, procedures, and practices

• Provide information about court cases, when legally permitted

• Refer individuals to additional resources when necessary

• Supply court-approved forms for specific types of cases, including Conciliation Court, domestic abuse, and harassment matters

• Share court calendars and information on scheduling hearings

• Some counties may provide specialized self-help centers (e.g., Family Law Self Help Centers). Visit the website for additional information on specialized services.

Visit website to find additional information on courts that offer walk-in services, hours, and location: https://mncourts.gov/help-topics/self-help-centers/locations Note: Court staff do not offer legal advice

• Judicial Center - Main Site: Has collections of print and electronic resources. The collections support federal, state, and local legal research. Also has a print collection of ordinances for cities and townships in Dakota County. Many materials are also available for the general public needing basic resources on legal issues that affect their day-to-day lives.

• Galaxie Library Site: Has a core print collection of Minnesota law and practice materials. On Westlaw, it also has federal and state primary law from all U.S. jurisdictions, plus analytical and practice materials.

• Reference assistance

• Family and Consumer Clinics for brief legal advice

• Monthly Continuing Legal Education sessions

• Consultation for legal, taxes, and insurance forms

• Educational programs, speakers, classes, and special interest groups

• Recreational programs

• Social clubs for seniors

• Wellness programs: Blood pressure, foot care, walking groups, daily aerobics, cycling, and fitness room

Offers information to community residents to find resources and learn about immigration. The goal is to share information about immigration, equip individuals to protect and defend their rights, and connect to a system of support. Know Your Rights and Resources: Visit website to find resources to learn about immigration rights and responsibilities. Lists Information and Resources On:

• Fact sheets about their rights regarding immigration, interaction with ICE, immigration preparedness toolkits, what to do guides, and educational videos

• Immigration statuses, protection levels, and who is at risk of deportation

• Learn how to apply for U.S. citizenship in Minnesota

• Monthly Twin Cities Immigration forums to share immigration news, how it affects people in the community, where to go for help, and updates on local advocacy organizations working with immigrants and refugees

• Resource list of local community legal aid agencies

NOTE: Does not offer legal advice or representation services directly

Processes court cases filed in Kanabec County and offers other legal services, including:

• Civil court

• Court records

• Criminal state trial court

• Family court

• Jury selection

• Juvenile court

• Law Library

• Order for protection forms

• Probate court

Processes court cases filed in Kittson County and provides administrative support for District Court operations, including:

• Assisting court users and providing information about court procedures and available services

• Collecting filing fees, fines, and other court-ordered payments

• Maintaining official case records for civil, criminal, family, juvenile, probate, traffic, and conciliation (small claims) matters

• Maintaining the official record of District Court proceedings and administering oaths to witnesses

• Managing jury administration, including juror summons and coordination

• Preparing court documents under the direction of a judge, such as warrants, subpoenas, and writs

• Tracking compliance with court-ordered obligations and updating case records accordingly

Processes court cases filed in Lyon County and offers other legal services including:

• Civil, criminal, family, juvenile, probate, and traffic cases

• Juror information

• Law library

• Processes court fees and records

Trained staff who provides information and answers regarding the civil commitment process.

• Informational fact sheets, brochures and pamphlets, website on the Civil Commitment and Treatment Act

• Referrals to Ombudsman staff for advocacy and support services to those who qualify

• Specialized training and presentation to agencies and groups on individualized topics such as pre-petition issues, post-petition issues, neuroleptic medications, effective advocacy

• Up-to-date information on proposed or new changes to the law

Provides legal services including:

• Creditor problems and harassment by bill collectors
• Contract-for-Deed issues
• Custody and visitation issues
• Divorce
• Evictions
• Family issues
• Fuel assistance
• Garnishment
• Housing code violations
• Landlord-tenant issues including leases, evictions, denials of subsidized housing, fair housing, repair issues, etc.
• Mortgage foreclosures
• Representation for General Assistance, MFIP, Food Benefits, and Medical Assistance
• Unemployment compensation
• Utilities
• Supplemental Security Income

Legal Clinics: Virtual advice regarding Bankruptcy, Family Law, and Social Security is available Home visits may be possible Legal Aid does not handle adoption, paternity, or wills, but special circumstance cases are considered Assistance may involve representation, advice, or referral. The demand for services is high and Legal Aid is unable to handle all requests for assistance. There are established case priorities and, in some instances, waiting lists have become necessary to allocate services. Advice appointments may occur in person, on the phone, electronically, at clinics, or outreach.

Information available to the public on programs of AARP including:

• AARP Driver Safety Program: Driving program geared to assist seniors in maintaining and improving their driving skills. Initial class is 8 hours, follow-up classes are 4 hours every 3 years for a mandatory 10% discount on auto insurance in Minnesota

• Information on insurance for automobiles, homes, mobile homes, motor club, health and life, prescriptions, investments, etc.

• Information on legal services for seniors

• Publications of AARP available

• Information on tax assistance sites available to seniors February - April

Processes court cases filed in Douglas County and offers other legal services including:

• Civil Court

• Court records

• Criminal Court

• Family Court: cases involving families, divorce, domestic abuse actions, harassment, child custody, and paternity

• Juvenile Court: cases involving children under the age of 18

• Law Library

• Probate Court: cases concerning property belonging to deceased persons and administration of court-supervised guardianships and conservatorships for minor children, incapacitated or incompetent adults

• Traffic Court

Provides the following services:

• Assists the public in filing domestic abuse petitions and harassment petitions

• Assists the public in filing conciliation court claims

• Certifies to judgment searches

• Collects and receipts - fees, fines, bonds, and escrow funds

• Issues summons, warrants, subpoenas, and executions of judgment

• Maintains and disperses restitution funds ordered by the Court in criminal matters for the benefit of the victims

• Maintains secure custody of all legal records, cash securities, and court exhibits

• Maintains safe custody of trust funds held for minors

• Performs marriage ceremonies

Processes court cases filed in Polk County and offers other legal services, including:

• Civil court

• Court records

• Criminal state trial court

• Family court

• Juvenile court

• Law Library

• Order for protection forms

• Probate court

• Traffic court

Pro-life pregnancy support services, including:

• Confidential medical referrals

• Friendship and emotional support

• Friendship and emotional support

• Housing referrals

• Legal referrals

?- Maternity clothes and baby clothes. Donations of new and used maternity and baby clothing that is clean and in good condition.?

• Pregnancy tests

• Professional referrals

• The library maintains a subscription to Westlaw, providing access to a large repository of legal publications, including Minnesota and select federal materials. Library patrons have access to a free computer and printer.

?- A law clerk may be available to offer limited assistance in finding information and determining areas of interest. Law clerks cannot provide legal advice. Some books may be checked out by attorneys practicing within Martin County.

Provides free 30 minute consultation with a volunteer attorney for all areas of civil law

Processes court cases filed in Big Stone County and offer other legal services including:

• Court records

• Family court

• Jury selection

• Juvenile court

• Law Library

• Mental health court

• Order for protection forms

• Probate court

Provides support through education, empowerment, protection, and advocacy services. Services include:

• 24-hour crisis support line

• Advocates that includes a Spanish speaking advocate

• Educational presentations

• Legal options and advocacy

• Limited emergency safe housing

• Restraining Order assistance

• Safety planning

• Support Group: Offers a Spanish speaking support group

• Systems coordination and referrals to resources

• Transportation

• Volunteer opportunities for those interested in providing transportation, community outreach, staffing information booths, fundraising, quarterly newsletter, and serving on the Board of Directors

Court and Legal Information:

• Landlord/tenant information
• Law library
• Pro-se forms for self-representation
• Information on other legal issues

Coordination of Court Activities:

• Coordination of public defenders (Public defenders need to be referred from the courts; individuals can not be self-referred.)
• Coordinates and schedules court calendars
• Coordination of jury selection

Fees and Filing:

• Collection and receipt of fees, bonds, and escrow funds
• Notary public
• Files Notary Public registration, wills, and minister credentials Marriage Ceremonies:
• Performs civil marriage ceremonies

Protective and Legal Services:

• Orders for protection/domestic abuse
• Restraining orders for harassment
• Issues warrants, subpoenas, and executions on judgments

Processes court cases filed in Kanabec County and offers other legal services including:

• Court records

• Civil court

• Criminal court

• Family court

• Jury selection

• Juvenile court

• Law Library

• Order for protection forms

• Traffic cases

• Probate/ Mental Health court