Best Legal Aid in Minneapolis, Minnesota — 6 resources

6 Resources

1. Tubman – Legal Services

Legal advocacy for domestic violence survivors including orders for protection, custody, divorce, and immigration relief at the Minneapolis campus. Serves women and families across the Twin Cities regardless of income. Call to schedule intake; bring photo ID, any incident reports, court papers, and birth certificates. Attorneys provide representation at hearings and safety planning support.

612-825-0000 · 3111 1st Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408

2. Minnesota State Bar – Lawyer Referral

Connects Minnesota residents with vetted attorneys for reduced-rate initial consultations across all practice areas including family law, criminal defense, and immigration. Call the referral line with a description of your legal need. Modest referral fee for the first consult; attorneys then quote their own rates. Useful when legal aid does not cover your case or income.

612-752-6699 · 600 Nicollet Mall #380, Minneapolis, MN 55402

3. Hennepin County Bar Pro Bono Program

Free legal clinics and pro bono services for low-income Hennepin County residents covering family, housing, consumer, and probate matters from downtown Minneapolis. Volunteer attorneys handle brief advice and select full representation cases. Register by phone; bring photo ID, income verification, and relevant court papers. Clinics held at multiple community sites across the county.

612-752-6600 · 600 Nicollet Mall #390, Minneapolis, MN 55402

4. HOME Line – Tenant Legal Services

Free legal help for Minnesota renters facing eviction, lease disputes, security deposit issues, and unsafe housing, based in Minneapolis and serving statewide by phone. Tenant hotline answers questions same-day; complex cases get attorney follow-up. Have your lease, notices, and photos ready when calling. Serves tenants regardless of county, with special help for court-date emergencies.

612-728-5767 · 3455 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407

5. Hennepin County Public Defender

Court-appointed legal representation for eligible defendants in adult and juvenile criminal cases in Hennepin County, based at the Government Center in Minneapolis. Eligibility is determined by the court at first appearance; bring pay stubs and any paperwork showing income. Office covers misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and felonies as well as child protection matters.

612-348-7530 · 300 S 6th St C-2251, Minneapolis, MN 55487

6. Legal Rights Center

Free criminal defense and juvenile legal representation for low-income Minneapolis residents, with a focus on youth, Indigenous, and Black community members. Based in south Minneapolis. Apply by phone or walk-in during intake hours; bring photo ID, any charging documents, and court notices. Attorneys handle misdemeanors, juvenile delinquency, school discipline, and expungement cases.

612-337-0030 · 1611 Park Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404

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