Finding Legal Help
Self-help centers
Self-help centers provide online forms and consultations from volunteer attorneys.
Dakota County Family Law Clinics: Dakota County residents can receive a free 30-minute consultation with a volunteer family law attorney for legal advice on their family court issues and proceedings.
Minnesota Court Self-Help Center: Find written information on a variety of topics. The site is intended for people who are representing themselves without a lawyer.
Finding an attorney
There are many referral services that can help you find an attorney in your area.
Mnfindalawyer.com: Lawyer referrals from the Minnesota State Bar Association
Legal Assistance of Dakota County: Family law legal services for eligible low income residents. LADC also provides attorney referrals for all types of cases in Dakota County. Call 952-431-3200.
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services: Free legal assistance for low-income residents.
Volunteer Lawyers Network: Matches low-income clients with volunteer attorneys for free civil legal services. Services range from advice to full representation. Offers services on a metro-wide or statewide basis. Call 612-752-6677 for further information.
Legal assistance organizations
The Dakota County Law Library compiles a list of low or no-cost legal services. See a list of Legal Assistance Organizations.