We're hiring! Join the fight for justice as our next Housing Paralegal/Investigator or Intake Specialist in Minneapolis or as the Legal Services Project Manager with our State Support team in St. Paul. Learn more and apply now. https://bit.ly/44i2tMT

It's #DisabilityPrideMonth! It's with pride that our Minnesota Disability Law Center champions pushback against forces attempting to rollback #Olmstead. This landmark case ensures people with disabilities are participating members of our communities, not hidden away. https://bit.ly/4eOPNSn

We work with clients from around the world who see the United States as we wish to be seen — a beacon of freedom and opportunity for a better life. Gratitude to the justices who affirmed this. #LegalAid #SupCo #Citizenship https://bit.ly/4vDzTkW

Winning at the MN Supreme Court! Housing Attys Elizabeth Sauer of Central MN Legal Services w/Max Tsai, Whitney Herold of Legal Aid fought for a tenant's right to keep an eviction off his record. Thank you, Wells Fargo for support that helps us keep housing options open for MN families! #SelavJH

We're launching snack-size Lunch & Learns presented by our Senior Law Project! Today, learn about Social Security with Attorney Colleen Daly. Every employed person, no matter your age, should create a SSA account to monitor earnings and get a projection of future benefits! https://bit.ly/4f4PvIk

Proficient in Spanish and English? Legal Aid needs you! Connect with individuals in ICE custody to help with our intake process. This is a volunteer opportunity you can do from home! https://mylegalaid.org/take-action/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities/ #LegalAid #ImmigrationLawProject

A win for homebuyers! We applaud #LegalAid Alum Mark Iris and the team at the Attorney General's Office for protecting communities. This case is a win for Minnesotans who dream of owning a home and will have a lasting impact deterring those who would exploit that dream. https://bit.ly/43NvrUG

In the spirit of #Olmstead Day, please take this moment with us, your MN Disability Law Center, to recognize isolating and segregating people with disabilities happened before but must never happen again! https://bit.ly/4eq4H2z

Glad to report, clients of a mobile home park in Sartell, Minn. finally have some relief! Bravo to them, to Legal Aid Attorneys Mateen Shah and Chace Huntzinger and the pro bono team of Robins Kaplan LLC, who arrived at a settlement approved by the court. https://bit.ly/43PZzii #LegalAid StCloud

It's #WorldRefugeeDay. As a provider of legal services for refugees, and clients of all backgrounds, we know no one wants to be a refugee, but everyone deserves safety, dignity and the chance to thrive. Thank you, Minnesota, for being the safe part of their journey by supporting their legal rights.

We're closed for the Juneteenth holiday! Enjoy this celebration of freedom and if looking for ways to celebrate, look no further than the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder! https://spokesman-recorder.com/tag/juneteenth/

Cheers to the Latine Affinity Group at Legal Aid for celebrating promotions of Karen Ortiz (Paralegal), Gerardo Ortiz (Client Intake Supervisor) and special honors for Atty Michelle Gonzalez (Immigration) from the MN Hispanic Bar Association! Atty Armando Calderon (Housing) gets a win for his 🙂!

The "local legal aid office" where Melissa Hortman began her legal career, is Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid. In short order, she clerked with us, became an attorney with our partners at Central MN Legal Services and scored the largest payout for a housing discrimination case in MN! https://cbsn.ws/4a4fooZ

Celebrating Freedom Day, Legal Aid offices will be closed this Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. “The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” - Alice Walker

Spot barriers to voting to ensure the rights of people with disabilities. Train for FREE with our Minnesota Disability Law Center, THIS Thursday and help us at the polls this election season! Register: https://bit.ly/4oAysBq

It’s #PrideMonth! We proudly celebrate you in uplifting compassion, identity and justice for our neighbors, our clients and our communities.

We will close Monday, May 25, in honor of all who made the ultimate sacrifice for justice. Reminder, we close at noon every Friday. #LegalAid #MNDisabilityLawCenter #Minneapolis #StCloud #Willmar

Our offices and intake lines will be closed Monday, May 25, in honor of all who made the ultimate sacrifice for justice. Reminder, we close at noon every Friday. #LegalAid #MNDisabilityLawCenter #Minneapolis #StCloud #Willmar

Calling all attorneys! Join Alison Griffith and attorneys from Mid-MN Legal Aid, Advocates for Human Rights and the Immigrant Law Center of MN for a training to help clients in bond/custody redetermination hearings. Training set for June 4, Noon-1:30 pm (CLE credit eligible!) https://bit.ly/43jNrFI

Legal Aid is grateful to legislative leaders who will work with us to do what's best for kids, even when we intensely disagree. Witness a collegial, respectful exchange, as Legal Aid Attorney Jessica Webster rejects the idea that kindergarteners should be suspended. https://bit.ly/493A0NE

Legal Aid is racing the legislative clock, making sure votes concering seclusion are votes that favor the wellbeing of children. If you're a podcast listener, play this! Attorney Jessica Webster explains what it means to isolate kids with disabilities. Time code: 4:23 https://apple.co/49ll1Pp

Fined for parking in your own driveway? Threatened with foreclosure for trash bin violations? Good news! The HOA Bill of Rights," championed by Legal Aid Attorneys Ron Elwood and Colleen Daly, passed with bipartisan #MNLeg support to curb overreach of homeowner associations! https://bit.ly/4txOCfG

With your sponsorships and generosity, The Fund for Legal Aid raised $641,000 and counting! Special thanks to our Platinum Underwriter and Underwriting sponsors! The Law Day Dinner wouldn’t be possible without your generosity. Legal Aid can’t wait for you to join us again next year!

Apply by Friday, May 8! Passionate about disability rights? Join our MN Disability Law Center as our newest Legal Advocate. You will connect with clients, consult with team leaders and be a trusted resource. Required: 1 year of intake or case management experience! https://bit.ly/4mJZntg

Have you or your child experienced seclusion at school? University of Minnesota researchers are seeking people willing to share their experiences including parents/caregivers of children secluded in the last 5 years, adults who've experienced seclusion and educators. https://bit.ly/4dtFOlW

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid joined advocates at the Capitol today for Disability Advocacy Day, standing proud in the fight for disability rights. “Being here at Disability Advocacy Day shows that we are proud of our disabilities and we take pride in it,” said Eren Sutherland director of MDLC.

MUST SEE! Legal Aid attorneys explain client victories in tenant utility law and their impact in both legislative reforms and decisions made by the state's highest court. See how Legal Aid fought these inequities and won. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6el7Y4FTJCE&t=1s

Help neighbors in ICE custody! Legal Aid is seeking Spanish-speaking attorneys or law students for four volunteer opportunities with our Immigration Law Project. https://mylegalaid.org/take-action/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities/

We're hiring! Passionate about disability rights? Join our MN Disability Law Center as our newest Legal Advocate. In this role, you will connect with clients, consult with team leaders and be a trusted resource. Required: One year of intake or case management experience! https://bit.ly/4mJZntg

Here's a sneak peek at Legal Aid's Ron Elwood as he's interviewed for the big screen! Our feature premieres at tonight's Law Day Dinner. But if you can't attend, be with us in spirit! Your gift to Legal Aid will provide free legal help to neighbors facing injustice! https://tinyurl.com/LAWDAY26

Teachers Luke, Jazmine and students from Minneapolis Public Schools visited the MN Disability Law Center. In their "Street Law" class their current focus is on disability law. Glad to give them all our Into Adulthood Guides for young adults with disabilities. Read here! https://bit.ly/4sGuabT

If you’re asked to pay for Legal Aid, that is NOT Legal Aid. Our legal help is free. Learn more at mylegalaid.org

Over 60 and don't have a will? We can fix that! Legal Aid pro bono attorneys are setting up shop in Blaine at the Northtown Library, Thursday, April 30! Call now for an appointment: 612-334-5970. #WillsClinic #LegalAid

From rapid response to winning freedom for detained clients, Michelle Gonzalez's leadership has strengthened removal defense across Minnesota, changing lives. We’re proud to celebrate her Access to Justice Award from the MN Hispanic Bar Association. Way to go Michelle! https://bit.ly/48ROa4b

An important tax tip! When mailing your tax returns, get a manual postmark. Without it, there's no guarantee they will be postmarked the same day. To get one, go to post office and ask. Simple and free! While not free, registered or certified mail are options, too. https://bit.ly/48yB7EF

Anti-seclusion advocates Jessica Heiser and Ryan Haenze from the Minnesota Disability Law Center, met with legislators to advocate against the rollback of birth-3rd grade seclusion ban. We are grateful for powerful parent and paraprofessional voices standing against seclusion in Minnesota schools.

We're two weeks away from Legal Aid’s biggest night of the year! Your support at our Law Day Dinner fundraiser strengthens our ability to deliver free legal help to vulnerable neighbors. Reserve your seat for the Law Day Dinner on Thursday, April 23, 2026! https://tinyurl.com/LAWDAY26

April is Fair Housing Month. Legal Aid has endured federal cuts to our Housing Discrimination Law Project, but we remain undeterred. The work continues. You can help! Become a fair housing tester. To volunteer, call 612-746-3752 or email [email protected].

Legal Aid clients have new champions in federal court! Attorneys Taryn Trujillo Risom and Matthew Hulstein joined the federal bar, sworn in this morning by Patrick J. Schiltz, Chief U.S. District Judge, Minnesota. Thank you, Matt and Taryn for increasing our clients’ access to justice at this level.

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid encourages Minnesotans with disabilities, advocates and community partners to comment on the draft Olmstead Plan this spring. Feedback on housing, crisis services, and education may be shared during April Zoom meetings or through online comments. https://bit.ly/4ly8BbA

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid’s Youth Law Project provides free legal help statewide to youth facing homelessness or school and benefits challenges. Attorney Pheng Thao partners with young people to protect their rights, build trust, and ensure their voices shape their futures. https://bit.ly/4clnTNL

Have you reserved your seat for the Law Day Dinner?! June Hoidal, partner at Zimmerman Reed LLP and Fund for Legal Aid Board member, invites you to join us. Reserve your seat TODAY! https://tinyurl.com/LAWDAY26

Thank you to our Partner Sponsors: Nilan Johnson Lewis PA Johnson, Delta Air Lines Airlines and Lockridge Grindal Nauen PLLP for supporting the 2026 Law Day Dinner. You make our legal services possible for our community, and we are so grateful for your ongoing generosity. https://bit.ly/4qVHS9S

Minnesota lawmakers are considering a partial rollback of the 2023 K-3 suspension ban after reports of staff injuries. Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid is working to ensure students aren’t disciplined for minor conduct while addressing safety, says attorney Jessica Webster. https://bit.ly/3NZHoCd

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid is expanding free legal help for seniors (60+) in Central MN. No foolin'! Get legal help with housing, public benefits, consumer, and family law issues. See our list of service locations. https://bit.ly/4s2BaPV

Looking for a good read on this Transgender Day of Visibility? You found it. Thanks to our dear colleague Jolie for sharing.

Today, March 31, is a day to celebrate our transgender and non-binary community. Let's do the work to ensure we are all safe, seen and supported. https://www.hrc.org/campaigns/international-transgender-day-of-visibility #TransgenderDayOfVisibility #TDOV #Pride

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid will be at the Minneapolis American Indian Center on April 1st between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to provide free assistance with civil litigation, including housing and name changes. Community members are encouraged to call 612-879-1700 for appointments. https://bit.ly/49Qnvm6

Huge #HousingRights win for clients of Legal Aid! When they felt unheard, tenants organized as a union (with help of a new MN law) and took their landlord to court. Now, the landlord must pay them $45,500+! https://mylegalaid.org/news-stories/landlord-pays-price-for-putting-off-legal-aid-clients/

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid is proud to announce the promotion of Eren Sutherland as Director of Minnesota Disability Law. A leader in systemic reform, Eren will guide MDLC’s mission to protect the rights of Minnesotans with disabilities. https://bit.ly/4rYV7Hx