Legal services
legal services
African Immigrant Community Services
1933 13th Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55404
561-227-4341
Brian Coyle Community Center
420 15th Avenue South Phone: 612-338-5282
Hours: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 12:30pm – 2:00pm. (call to make appointment 612-338-5282) Provides: Lawyer provides general legal help. Remarks: Free of charge. Remarks: Sliding fee scale, based on income.
Cornerstone Ministry (Park Ave. Church)
3400 Park Avenue South Hours: Thursday 3–5 pm. Provides: Free legal clinic. Walk-in only, first come, first served. 612-752-6655
Hennepin County Attorney's Office
300 South 6th Street
Contact Info
Phone: 612-348-5550 Hours: Monday through Friday from 8 am–5 pm.
Provides: criminal felony prosecution, child support enforcement, services for victims of sexual assault, and for victims and witnesses of crimes in Hennepin County (612-348-4003).
All services are free.
Civil Society
332 Minnesota St. Suite E-1436 St. Paul, MN 55101
Contact Info
Main: 651-291-0713
Fax: 651-291-2588
Toll free human trafficking crisis and tip line: 651-291-8810 or 1-888-772-3324
Services: provides direct legal services for victims of human trafficking and referrals for comprehensive victim services for human trafficking victims in Minnesota. Also provides direct naturalization application legal services to eligible lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who seek to become a U.S. citizen
civilsocietyhelps.org
Hennepin County Conciliation Court ('Small Claims')
350 South 5th Street Rm 306
Contact Info:
Phone: 612-348-2713 Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm; Wednesday 8:00 am–1:30 pm.
Provides: opportunity for person to file small claims court complaint against anyone who owes him/her money. Maximum claim is $15,000. $70 filing fee. Party filing must live in Hennepin County.
Hennepin County Public Defender
701 4th Avenue South #1400
Contact Info:
Phone: 612-348-7530
Provides: Legal representation for people in Hennepin County criminal court who are unable to afford their own lawyer.
Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
450 N Syndicate St. Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55104
Contact Info:
Intake Number: 1-800-223-1368
General Intake: MTW 12:00-1:30, Thurs. 6:00-7:30pm
https://www.ilcm.org/ (all intake hours)
Services: An organization dedicated to providing comprehensive immigration legal services to low-income clients of all nationalities.
Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid
430 1st Ave. N. Suite 300 Minneapolis, MN 55401
Contact Info: Minneapolis intake line: 612-334-5970
http://mylegalaid.org/about/contact-us/
Provides: free civil legal services to people with low incomes in central Minnesota through offices in Minneapolis, St. Cloud, and Willmar. Services range from educating clients about their rights, to advocating on their behalf and representing clients in court. Evictions and landlord abuse, foreclosure rights, public and Section 8 housing, housing discrimination, denial of public benefits, divorce, child custody and support, domestic abuse, disability, debt collection and unfair loans, immigration, and youth- and elder-related issues.
Lawyer Referral and Information Phone Line
Contact Info:
Phone #: 612-752-6666
Hours: Monday through Friday from 9 am–4:30 pm.
Provides: advice and appropriate referral to an attorney or other resources in legal services. Remarks: There is a $30 fee for the referral and first half-hour consultation. During the first meeting the attorney and client should agree on fees beyond then. Must make an appointment. Also can provide brief attorney advice at the Hennepin County Government Center.
https://www.hcbalawyerreferral.org/contact-us/
Minnesota Council of Churces, Refugee Services
122 Franklin Ave. W. #100 Minneapolis, MN 55404
Contact Info: 612-874-8605
Provides: Immigration services to refugees and asylees. Immigration walk- in hours are every Thursday from 1:00 until 4:00. Clients are served on a first come first served basis. Must arrive by 12:30 to be seen; sign-ups for lottery begin at 11:30am. http://www.mnchurches.org/refugeeservices/about-us/our-services/immigration-services
Minneapolis Department of Civil Rights
350 South 5th Street – City Hall Room 239
Contact Info:
Phone: 612-673-3012 Hours: Monday through Friday from 8 am–4:30 pm.
Provides: advocacy for persons who have been discriminated against within the city of Minneapolis on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender, national origin, religion, or sexual preference; discrimination can occur in the areas of education, employment, housing, public assistance, public accommodations (i.e. stores, restaurants), etc. Remarks: Complaint must be filed within one year of the alleged discrimination.
MN Department of Human Rights
Freeman Building 625 Robert St. N, St. Paul, 55155
Contact Info:
Phone: 651-539-1100, MN Relay 711. Hours: Monday through Friday from 8 am–4:30 pm.
Provides: advocacy for persons who have been discriminated against on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, gender, national origin, religion, or sexual preference; discrimination can occur in employment, housing, public accommodations, public services, education, and credit.
OutFront Minnesota
310 East 38th Street #204
Contact Info:
Phone: 612-822-0127
Anti-Violence Crisis Line: 612-822-0127 option 3
Provides: The Legal Advocate can help you determine if you need legal assistance on GLBT-related issues, can answer legal questions and/or refer you to someone who can answer your questions or represent your interest. Areas of legal issues addressed include: family law, housing, employment law and civil rights. There is no fee for information or referrals, however attorneys may charge for the services they provide.
Anti-Violence Crisis Line: 612-822-0127 option 3
Tubman Legal Assistance for Women (L.A.W.)
4432 Chicago Avenue South
Contact Info: Phone: 612-871-0118 TTY for deaf/hard-of-hearing: 612-824-2780 Hours: Hours vary. Call for information.
Provides: legal advice and referrals to attorneys for family law matters. They also have informational workshops on family law-related topics. Limited resources for employment and family law.
Fees vary based on services. Half hour individual appointments.
Call 612-870-2426 for more info
Volunteer Lawyers Network
Contact Info:
Phone: 612-752-6677
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am–1 pm; Tuesday 9am – 12pm.
Provides: legal advice and the services of attorneys for civil matters (tenant-landlord problems, conciliation court, garnishments, repossession, divorce, child custody, and other civil matters) within Hennepin County. No criminal cases, personal injury, or employment law cases. For cases of subsidized housing or government benefits, contact Legal Aid. Remarks: Appointment needed. https://www.vlnmn.org/
Police Misconduct
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
1501 Freeway Blvd., Brooklyn Center
Contact Info: Phone: 763-569-8000
Provides: The FBI investigates cases of police misconduct as they relate to the Federal Civil Rights Law. If you should witness or be a victim of police misconduct, call the FBI and ask to speak to someone about a civil rights matter.
Communities United Against Police Brutality
4200 Cedar Avenue South, Minneapolis
Contact Info:
Phone: 24 Hour Hotline 612-874-STOP (612-874-7867)
Hours: Meetings are Saturdays 1:30-4:00 pm
Provides: CUAPB is an all-volunteer grassroots group that provides support for survivors of police brutality and families of victims so they can reclaim their dignity and join the struggle to end police brutality. Remarks: CUAPB does many things, including education, political action, legislative action and legal research. CUAPB also offers a 24-hour crisis line(612-874-STOP) that people can call to report instances of abuse. CUAPB can send out a crisis team to investigate the complaint, take photos and statements and offer immediate assistance. CUAPB follows up with legal, medical and psychological referrals and other services as needed. CUAPB also brings together families and survivors in a local network to provide ongoing support and empowerment for people suffering from their encounter with police brutality You can also file a formal complaint with: Minneapolis Office of Police Conduct Review 350 South 5th Street, Room 236 City Hall Phone: 612-673-5500 Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:30 am–4:30 pm Takes complaints against Minneapolis Police officers for misconduct, such as inappropriate language or conduct, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, excessive force, and failure to provide adequate and timely protection. After a complaint is made, staff will investigate. If the Office of Police Conduct Review sustains a complaint, they make a recommendation to the Chief for discipline of the officer. Mediation between complainant and police may also be an option. Must file complaint within 239 days of incident.
If you think you were discriminated against on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, gender, national origin, religion, or sexual preference, you can file a complaint with: Minnesota Department of Human Rights 190 East 5th Street #700, St. Paul Phone: 651-296-5663 Hours: Monday through Friday 8 am–4:30 pm. Remarks: Takes complaints of discrimination.
programs for ex. offenders
AMICUS
3041 4th Avenue South
Contact Info: Phone: 612-877-4250
Remarks: “Reconnect,” is a referral program for re-entering offenders who are searching for jobs, housing, family services, transportation, clothing, sobriety supports and other needs. Available to offenders in all Minnesota facilities (state and federal) and all ex-offenders, whether just out or years after release. Amicus Ex-Offenders support group held from 6-7:30 pm on Tuesdays.
https://minnesotarecovery.org/resources/amicus/