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Becker Awards go to two at Legal Aid

Legal Aid’s Taryn Trujillo Risom and Cindy Jarvi are 2023 Becker award honorees, recognized for outstanding service to low-income and disadvantaged clients.

Legal Aid aims to protect older Minnesotans via Facebook

Legal Aid’s Senior Law Project kicks off 2023 webinar series produced to educate older Minnesotans about their rights.

Apply to join our Mental Health Advisory Council

Make an impact. Volunteer to advise Legal Aid’s Minnesota Disability Law Center about mental health issues.

Immigrant mom gains stability, newfound independence

Due to complexities, Gloria’s case engaged four Legal Aid attorneys from multiple areas of practice and took more than eight years to resolve. For all involved, it was a rewarding exercise in perseverance. “I’m convinced Legal Aid attorneys work from their hearts.”

A home of their own: Murphy v. Harpstead

Attorneys and Legal Aid client Mari Bottleson reflect on the historic class action, Murphy v. Harpstead. Filed on behalf of people with disabilities living in group homes, the settlement of $1.138M, is the largest ever awarded to Legal Aid in its history.

Join us in the fight for justice: The story of Legal Aid

Clients, community members, attorneys and staff tell the story of Legal Aid.

Melody’s story: Building generational wealth

With the help of her Legal Aid Community Clinic in the Harrison neighborhood, Melody now has a Transfer on Death Deed. It’s like a will, but arguably better, easier and far less expensive.

Lawmakers Urged to Ban Seclusion; Media Invited to Meet Families

MMLA’s Legal Services Advocacy Project, The Arc Minnesota and the Multicultural Autism Action Network invite media to meet with families

Go undercover with Legal Aid

Help fight housing discrimination. Volunteer to be a Fair Housing tester with Legal Aid.

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