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Provides a volunteer attorney to give brief legal advice and direction to individuals appearing in Misdemeanor court. Volunteer attorneys' primary role is to ensure defendants understand their charges, the court process, and legal options.

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.

Provides speakers on various legal issues including: - Child protection - Child support - Criminal justice system - Drug prosecution - Elder abuse - Gang prosecution - Juvenile offenders - Major economic crime - Mental health commitments - Sexual assault - Victims rights

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

Provides financial resources to individuals and families who face barriers with stable housing, including: - Connection to behavioral health, dental, and medical care ?- Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP application assistance only for eligible individuals and families in Hennepin County seeking rent assistance. Does not provide direct financial assistance. Hennepin County is responsible for determining eligibility and distributing rent assistance funds. ?- Financial wellness classes ?- Referrals to other NorthPoint programs ?- Renters' rights education To access financial resources for rent or mortgage assistance, participants must complete 2 financial wellness classes.

Processes court cases filed in Scott County and offers other legal services, including: - Civil Court - Family Court: Handles matters such as divorce, domestic abuse actions, harassment, child custody, and paternity - Juvenile Court: Cases involving individuals under the age of 18 - Law Library - Probate Court: Provides probation for adults convicted of gross misdemeanor offenses and below, as well as all juveniles placed on probation - Public access to case files and records, often including tools like eFile, eServe, and remote check-in options for hearings - Small Claims Court - State Trial Court

- Maintains court files for Civil, Criminal, Traffic, Probate, Conciliation, Juvenile, and Family Court matters - Schedules Court hearings and sends notifications - Assists the public with domestic abuse and harassment petitions - Maintains and disburses restitution funds ordered by the Court - Collects fines, surcharges, etc. - Issues warrants for Judge's signatures, prepare subpoenas and executions of judgments - Maintains trust funds held for benefit of minors - Courthouse contains a law library where people can research legal issues

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 Nobles County and offers other legal services including: ?- Civil, criminal, family, juvenile, probate, and traffic cases ?- Juror information - Law library ?- Processes court fees, fines, and records

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

Processes court cases filed in Pennington County and offers other legal services including: - Civil, criminal, family, juvenile, probate, and traffic cases - Juror information - Law Library - Processes court fees and records

Processes court cases filed in Wadena County and offers other legal services including: - Civil - Conciliation -Criminal - Family -Juvenile -Probate - Traffic Court house contains law library for people researching legal issues.

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

Health and safety, emergency preparedness and civic engagement information available to those with limited English proficiency during both emergency, and non-emergency times. Includes information on seasonal flu, disease prevention, home safety, etc. TPT NOW TV: Available to watch via broadcast on channel 2.5 and via livestream at tpt.org/tptnowtv, where you will find live updates on health, safety, weather, and emergency information in multiple languages 24/7. During a state emergency, emergency instructions will be broadcast in four languages live. TPT Web: Updated regularly with health, safety, and emergency resources available in English, Spanish, Hmong, Somali, and some other languages Print and video resources in many languages available in addition to the TPT phone information. Videos available online concerning health, emergency preparedness, and civic engagement. DVDs of each season of TPT TV available for purchase.

Provides legal assistance and education to farmers in the areas of: - Credit problems - Disaster assistance - Farm policy - Farm preservation advocacy - Farmers' markets - Genetically modified organisms - Race discrimination in farming - Sustainable/organic agriculture - Wind energy

Protective and Legal Services: - Information on other legal issues - Issues warrants, subpoenas, and executions on judgments - Landlord/tenant information - Law library including online databases and videos - Orders for Protection/Domestic Abuse - Pro -se Forms for self - representation - Process Services Court and Legal Information - Restraining Orders for harassment Coordination of Court Activities: - Accepts payments of fines from traffic and criminal court - Collection and receipt of fees, bonds, and escrow funds - Conciliation Court administration - Coordinates and schedules court's calendars - Coordination of public defender - Divorce/custody records / Other legal records - Files wills Marriage Ceremonies performed by the judge or court administrator - Jury Selection - Jury Selection Fees and Filing - Performs civil marriage ceremonies Licenses and Records

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 Hubbard 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

Processes court cases filed in Crow Wing County and offers other legal services, including: - Civil court - Court records - Criminal state trial court - Family court - Jury selection - Juvenile court - Law Library - Probate court - Traffic 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

- 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.

Processes court cases filed in Marshall County, and provides administrative support for the District Court. The office assists the public with: - Access to court records and public resources - Civil case processing - Criminal case processing - Family court matters - Jury information - Juvenile case processing - Probate case processing - Traffic case processing The office helps ensure court operations run smoothly and directs the public to appropriate services and resources related to District Court matters.

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.

- 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

Processes court cases filed in Kanabec 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