Admin Updates

Learn about staffing changes, new job openings and who your go-to’s are in Human Resources.

Watch for updates and training opportunities related to your timecard and everyone’s favorite day, payday!

Unused personal time doesn’t roll over into the next year, check your balance.

Discover practical strategies to stay balanced and joyful during the holidays.

Participate in our monthly survey! It’s a fun way to check in, see how your colleagues are doing.

A scheduled surgery or the arrival of a baby are examples of planned events for which you’ll need time off from work. Help your team plan, too. Please give at least 30 days’ notice to your supervisor.

Before the holiday, the DLC team gave Jennifer Purrington a nice send off. Moving forward, interim leads Eren Sutherland and Anne Robertson are sharing deputy director duties until Jenn’s successor is named.

Please set a reminder that Nov. 20 (not Nov. 25) is the last day to enroll in a benefits plan.

Employees may shift their Friday benefit to another day, with supervisor approval. Plus, see the dates for the upcoming holiday.

From meal planning to mental wellness, this month’s Live Well feature is packed with tips to help your family thrive.

Thanks to everyone who shared how they unwind during spooky season, we look forward to hearing from you in this month’s survey.

While exempt employees do not receive overtime, Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime and need supervisor approval for extra hours. Check your status in ADP under “Work Info.”

Explore how collaborative leadership and transparency can transform workplace dynamics in these articles from Northeastern University and Forbes.

It’s Native American heritage month. Through our community legal clinics, we serve the first stewards of the land where we live and work at the Division of Indian Work and the Minneapolis American Indian Center. Thank you for making all our constituents feel welcome at Legal Aid.

Jumpstart your financial wellness this fall with a 30-day action plan, plus help all members of your household with stress-reducing tips.

Flex hours within the same pay period and avoid unapproved overtime. Also, see important dates.

Find out what your colleagues said in last month’s survey and see if this month’s poll gives you a fright.

Laurie Davison, for whom the memorial civil rights library is named (on Mpls third floor), was greatly supported in life by husband Dr. Scott Dyer. On the occasion of what would have been her 76th birthday, he will visit the library. You are invited to meet him at a reception, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 3:30 p.m. conference room B.

Latine Heritage month runs Sept 16-Oct 15. See our social media for reflections.

Legal Aid Attorneys Michelle Gonzalez, Alison Griffith and Danielle Henrickson are featured in the Star Tribune; our housing team and our MN Disability Law Center each issued a statement in support of a critical housing support program. Plus, the Minnesota Supreme Court restored fairness to our client and lowest-income renters like her.

Feeling the impact of unsettling events? You’re not alone. Get free, confidential support next time you log on to ADP. See “EAP & Work-Life Resources”.

Schedule a reminder to make sure you meet the Monday timecard deadline. See upcoming due dates.

In our August survey, two simple habits tied for the top spot. See what your colleagues are doing to stay centered.

Collaboration can be tough when tensions run high — here are a few ways to stay respectful, flexible and constructive.

Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement and National Labor Relations Act, some probationary employees are entitled to union protections.

Minnesota Lawyer recently spoke with Attorney Sumbal Mahmud, recipient of the Minnesota State Bar Association’s 2025 President’s Award. Plus, we talked to our Legal Services Advocacy Project to learn how they work to modernize the law.

Save the date! Tuesday, Oct. 21, 5–8 p.m. at Surly Brewing Co. Join the Legal Aid community to help more neighbors access our community legal clinics.

Confused about the Half-Day Friday paycode? Get quick tips on entering hours, whether you’re full or part-time.

Feeling overwhelmed? This month, we’re sharing simple strategies to stay grounded. From time management to mindfulness, these small habits can make a big impact on your well-being.

Find out how colleagues recharge and participate in our August survey.

Here’s a guide for being proactive rather than reactive.

Got a tech-related project in mind? Get a ticket into the Helpdesk.

Bench+Bar highlights Heather Vlieger in their July issue! Shortly after print, Heather was promoted to grants and development manager here at Legal Aid. Congratulations! Also in the news, Chad Wilson talks to the Star Tribune about impact of an elevator shutdown and our Executive Director Milo Mumgaard gets ink on the editorial pages, along with fellow leaders of our Legal Services coalition.

Want to retrieve a newsletter? Forget searching through your email, check our archives. Save this link.

Learn the how personal holiday hours differ from mandated holiday hours, as Labor Day approaches.

Have a tech idea or need new software? Submit an IT Project Request ticket in the Helpdesk!

Summer is a great time to slow down and check in with yourself. This month, we’re focusing on self-reflection.

You can help a colleague’s mental well-being. Here’s how.

Does your summertime vibe jive with your colleagues’? See results of our June survey and take part in July’s!

A generous benefactor is helping Legal Aid expand clinic access, with an offer to match donations. Help by sharing this page with your contacts!

We’ve developed a new help ticket for technology-related projects.

Don’t forget the upcoming Juneteenth holiday, next Thursday. See results of our May survey. Plus, take note of the new “Half-Day Friday” pay code in ADP.

Whether you’re a manager or a team member, learn how to give effective feedback.

Spending more time outdoors? Don’t forget sun safety! And new health rewards by Medica.

Help get the word out about our Social Security Fact Sheet (thanks Anne Quincy!) and our joint statement on our first-ever union contract.

Upload your favorite headshot! Get us started in creating your photo ID badge. Don’t have a head shot? We can help with that. – Operations

As IT develops an internal network for secure employee-only information, learn about first steps and what this means for how you view SharePoint. – IT

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, HR highlights important facts and resources. – HR

Learn about four types of harassment and three conditions that define a hostile work environment. – HR

What are your colleagues thinking? Participate in our fun surveys and find out. – HR

Funding challenges facing our Minnesota Disability Law Center could mean dire consequences for Minnesotans. Milo explains. – Comms

Attorney Jessica Webster led a Capitol news conference covered by KARE, Fox9, and MPR, and spoke behind the scenes with the Star Tribune for this piece, as did a DLC client of Ryan Haenze. – Comms

Legal Aiders attend for free, guest rate is $75 ONLY if you RSVP by May 5. Missed the email with the staff sign-up form? Request another from Tammy Ewing in Development.

Your HR team has determined 26% of staff are not contributing to their 403(b). This means you’re losing out on employer contributions to your retirement. Learn how to fix this!

In the context of workplace harassment, ‘quid pro quo’ or ‘this for that’ can occur in two ways.

Prioritize your health and well-being with key steps from your HR team and behavioral health resources from Medica.

Staff completing monthly expense reports are reminded to enter the appropriate billing/budget codes so your finance team can promptly process payments. Thank you

The 2025 travel expense report has been updated in SharePoint. Note, the new mileage rate. In the past 5 years, it has gone from 56 cents per mile to 70 cents per mile — a 25% increase.

Inside Legal Aid (released monthly) and Admin Updates (as needed) have launched in the mission to keep staff informed and to support worklife. Submissions, questions? Email Communications.

Project professionalism in meetings and remote court hearings with branded Legal Aid backgrounds. Hint: Ask your meeting cohorts if the view is readable. Upload to Zoom or Teams.

Our colleague Jolie has dreamed up a fun way to celebrate the month of the bard and each other! Lend your prose to this better-together Legal Aid endeavor.

The Washington Post, Finance and Commerce, The Star Tribune, St. Cloud Live and Fox 9 all came calling and our colleagues, Luke Grundman, Julia Zwak, Yasin Alsaidi and Hannah Straka gave expert takes on our naturalization, fair housing and immigration law work.