Legal Assistance of Dakota County is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to offering free civil legal services to low-income residents, with a specialized focus on family law matters. Their commitment to strengthening community foundations through accessible legal support sets them a vital resource for vulnerable populations in the region.
The organization utilizes a combination of staff and volunteer attorneys to provide advice, brief services, and full representation, prioritizing family-related cases to foster stability and safety. They serve low-income individuals and families, emphasizing empowerment through legal education and accessible clinics, and also facilitate connections to private attorneys for broader legal needs through their referral service.
Services Offered
- Free legal advice
- Brief legal services
- Full legal representation in civil cases
- Family law cases (divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, domestic abuse, orders for protection, third party custody)
- Consumer law assistance (debt collection, garnishment, small claims, judgments, bankruptcy, credit reports, warranties)
- Eviction prevention support
- Self-help legal clinics
- Lawyer referral services
Services are specifically tailored for low-income residents of Dakota County, with legal clinics offered in partnership with local law library, court system, and community organizations. Assistance is available in English, with intake accessible by phone or online.
