One minute, Sam was a typical kid enjoying himself on the playground. The next minute, he was withdrawn, angry and on a path to self-destruction. Thankfully, someone intervened.

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Do you need help with a civil legal problem?

Please call the Legal Aid office nearest you to determine if we can help you.

When you call, you will speak with a client intake specialist who will ask you about your income and your legal problem.

After you speak with a client intake specialist, we may schedule an appointment with you, give you advice or educational materials, or we may refer you to a partner organization if we are unable to help you with your problem.

For Hennepin County:
Client Intake: 612-334-5970
TDD/TTY: 612-332-4668

For Benton, Chisago, Isanti, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Sherburne, Stearns, Todd, or Wright Counties or if you are a Senior in those counties or Anoka, Kanabec, Pine, or Wadena Counties:
Client Intake: 320-253-0121
Toll Free: 888-360-2889
TDD/TTY: 320-253-0121

For Big Stone, Chippewa, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, Lincoln, Lyon, Meeker, Renville, Swift, or Yellow Medicine Counties:
Client Intake: 320-235-9600
Toll Free: 888-360-3666
TDD/TTY: 320-235-9600

For clients with disabilities statewide:
Client Intake: 612-334-5970
Toll Free: 800-292-4150
TDD/TTY: 612-332-4668

All Legal Aid offices are open Monday through Friday.