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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Housing Law Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the 2026 Annual Housing Law Seminar is closed. You can still find information about the seminar on the housing volunteer page\, linked here. \nWe hope to share recordings of select CLE sessions on-demand soon\, and we’ll be offering additional CLE opportunities throughout the year. Thank you for your continued support and volunteer service.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/2026-ahls/
LOCATION:Lathrop GPM\, IDS Center\, IDS Center\, 3rd Floor\, Minneapolis\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260317T203515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T170837Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:VLN is asking all new volunteers to participate in a 45-minute zoom orientation. This engaging and informative presentation will cover the basics of volunteering with VLN\, including our different volunteer opportunities\, what support we provide to volunteers\, and tips for making the most of your volunteer experience. \nThis training will be offered twice a month. Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. \nTuesday\, April 21 at noon:  https://zoom.us/meeting/register/OE2bsgYlRXywAV8Tm-Uulg \nFor questions\, contact Deputy Director Muria Kruger at muria.kruger@vlnmn.org or by phone at (612) 752-6647.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/volunteer-orientation-4/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260212T194417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T131328Z
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SUMMARY:May Housing Law Sidebar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly Housing Law Sidebar on Zoom! This informal virtual lunch brings together VLN housing staff and volunteers to discuss housing tops\, ask questions\, and share experiences – perfect for both new and seasoned volunteers. This month\, we will be discussing the service and filing of witness lists and exhibits. \n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/sjIwAw_MR-yw_cXBGC8PFA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/may-2026-housing-law-sidebar/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T084500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260317T203123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T175039Z
UID:29527-1778140800-1778143500@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:VLN is asking all new volunteers to participate in a 45-minute zoom orientation. This engaging and informative presentation will cover the basics of volunteering with VLN\, including our different volunteer opportunities\, what support we provide to volunteers\, and tips for making the most of your volunteer experience. \nThis training will be offered twice a month. Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. \nThursday\, May 7 at 8:00am: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/CF4JGijcRce-6QooVFb7yw \nFor questions\, contact Deputy Director Muria Kruger at muria.kruger@vlnmn.org or by phone at (612) 752-6647.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/volunteer-orientation-2/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260423T182756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T184719Z
UID:29721-1778155200-1778158800@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:CLE: Introduction to Minnesota Criminal Expungements
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer Lawyers Network\, Ltd.\, the Cannabis Expungement Board\, and State Support Present:  Introduction to Minnesota Criminal Expungements\nDate: Thursday\, May 7\, 2026 \nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. \nLocation: Webinar \nRegistration/More Info: Register \nCLE: 1 Standard CLE Credit to be applied for \nThis CLE is intended to teach volunteer attorneys about the different types of criminal expungements available in Minnesota and the remedies that each type of expungement may offer a client who has been denied employment or housing due to the existence of criminal records. In addition to discussing statutory\, inherent authority\, prosecutor-led\, and automatic expungement pursuant to 609A.015\, this CLE will also feature a discussion led by attorneys from the Cannabis Expungement Board on the relief provided for cannabis records under 609A.06\, as well as touch on automatic cannabis expungement pursuant to 609A.055. This CLE will focus on helping pro bono attorneys understand the different types of criminal record expungement\, what is required for eligibility\, the possible relief granted and limitations of relief under each type of expungement\, and how to tailor expungement advice to the client’s goals and needs. \nPresenters: \nLena Atchan is a Staff Attorney for the Cannabis Expungement Board. Prior to joining the CEB in July 2025\, she was a law clerk for a judge in Minnesota’s Fourth Judicial District. She graduated from the University of St. Thomas School of Law in May 2024. \nCasey Schultz Bruning is a Staff Attorney for the Cannabis Expungement Board. Her prior legal experience includes practicing immigration law in non-profit settings\, working as an attorney editor\, and clerking for two state district court judges. Casey is a graduate of the University of St. Thomas School of Law and the University of Minnesota. \nElizabeth Fowlds is the Criminal Expungement Resource Attorney and Program Manager at Volunteer Lawyers Network\, Ltd.\, a position she has held since July 2023. Prior to joining VLN\, Elizabeth practiced as a public defender in Sonoma County\, California; Mendocino County\, California; and Hennepin County Minnesota. \nThis training is free. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/cle-introduction-to-minnesota-criminal-expungements/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T131500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
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UID:29727-1778587200-1778591700@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:CLE: Chapter 7 Bankruptcies for Low-Income Clients (Day 1 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer Lawyers Network and State Support Present: Chapter 7 Bankruptcies For Low-Income Clients\nDates: Tuesday May 12 & Wednesday May 13\, 2026 \nTime: 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom \nRegistration: Register on Zoom \nCLE: 2.5 Standard CLE Credits to be applied for \nVolunteer Lawyers Network and Legal Services State Support present a two-part webinar on Chapter 7 bankruptcies for low-income Minnesotans. \nBoth sessions are presented by Chapter 7 panel trustee Mary Jo Jensen-Carter and attorney Janine Hedback. The seminar guides participants through a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing and is designed for attorneys new to the practice of consumer bankruptcy. Topics include how to conduct the initial interview; completing the petition; attending the meeting of creditors; and an overview of the schedules and creditors’ rights. \nPlease Note: If you intend on attending both sessions of this training\, you need only register for the Zoom webinar one time. \nThis training is free.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/cle-chapter-7-bankruptcies-for-low-income-clients/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T131500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260423T190238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T190238Z
UID:29731-1778673600-1778678100@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:CLE: Chapter 7 Bankruptcies for Low-Income Clients (Day 2 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer Lawyers Network and State Support Present: Chapter 7 Bankruptcies For Low-Income Clients\nDates: Tuesday May 12 & Wednesday May 13\, 2026 \nTime: 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. \nLocation: Zoom \nRegistration: Register on Zoom \nCLE: 2.5 Standard CLE Credits to be applied for \nVolunteer Lawyers Network and Legal Services State Support present a two-part webinar on Chapter 7 bankruptcies for low-income Minnesotans. \nBoth sessions are presented by Chapter 7 panel trustee Mary Jo Jensen-Carter and attorney Janine Hedback. The seminar guides participants through a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing and is designed for attorneys new to the practice of consumer bankruptcy. Topics include how to conduct the initial interview; completing the petition; attending the meeting of creditors; and an overview of the schedules and creditors’ rights. \nPlease Note: If you intend on attending both sessions of this training\, you need only register for the Zoom webinar one time. \nThis training is free.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/cle-chapter-7-bankruptcies-for-low-income-clients-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260317T203651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T211543Z
UID:29533-1779364800-1779367500@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:VLN is asking all new volunteers to participate in a 45-minute zoom orientation. This engaging and informative presentation will cover the basics of volunteering with VLN\, including our different volunteer opportunities\, what support we provide to volunteers\, and tips for making the most of your volunteer experience. \nThis training will be offered twice a month. Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. \nTuesday\, May 19 at noon: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/45pF-i6VQ72tKBPd0yd7sA \nFor questions\, contact Deputy Director Muria Kruger at muria.kruger@vlnmn.org or by phone at (612) 752-6647.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/volunteer-orientation-5/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260212T194555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T194649Z
UID:29246-1780315200-1780317900@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:June Housing Law Sidebar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly Housing Law Sidebar on Zoom! This informal virtual lunch brings together VLN housing staff and volunteers to discuss housing tops\, ask questions\, and share experiences – perfect for both new and seasoned volunteers. \n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/sjIwAw_MR-yw_cXBGC8PFA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/june-2026-housing-law-sidebar/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T084500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260317T203300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T203300Z
UID:29529-1781164800-1781167500@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:VLN is asking all new volunteers to participate in a 45-minute zoom orientation. This engaging and informative presentation will cover the basics of volunteering with VLN\, including our different volunteer opportunities\, what support we provide to volunteers\, and tips for making the most of your volunteer experience. \nThis training will be offered twice a month. Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. \nThursday\, June 11 at 8:00am: https://zoom.us/j/92313030536?pwd=QV3nTI1S7cHQaWWIPa11MFSYw8dPn6.1 \nFor questions\, contact Deputy Director Muria Kruger at muria.kruger@vlnmn.org or by phone at (612) 752-6647.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/volunteer-orientation-3/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260317T203817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T175652Z
UID:29535-1782216000-1782218700@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:VLN is asking all new volunteers to participate in a 45-minute zoom orientation. This engaging and informative presentation will cover the basics of volunteering with VLN\, including our different volunteer opportunities\, what support we provide to volunteers\, and tips for making the most of your volunteer experience. \nThis training will be offered twice a month. Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. \nTuesday\, June 23 at noon: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/a-8uaBXxRF-YuzexkzU7qg \nFor questions\, contact Deputy Director Muria Kruger at muria.kruger@vlnmn.org or by phone at (612) 752-6647.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/volunteer-orientation-6/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260212T194743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T194743Z
UID:29248-1783339200-1783341900@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:July Housing Law Sidebar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly Housing Law Sidebar on Zoom! This informal virtual lunch brings together VLN housing staff and volunteers to discuss housing tops\, ask questions\, and share experiences – perfect for both new and seasoned volunteers. \n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/sjIwAw_MR-yw_cXBGC8PFA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/july-2026-housing-law-sidebar/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260212T194842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T194842Z
UID:29250-1785758400-1785761100@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:August Housing Law Sidebar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly Housing Law Sidebar on Zoom! This informal virtual lunch brings together VLN housing staff and volunteers to discuss housing tops\, ask questions\, and share experiences – perfect for both new and seasoned volunteers. \n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/sjIwAw_MR-yw_cXBGC8PFA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/august-2026-housing-law-sidebar/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260212T200452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T200452Z
UID:29252-1789387200-1789389900@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:September Housing Law Sidebar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly Housing Law Sidebar on Zoom! This informal virtual lunch brings together VLN housing staff and volunteers to discuss housing tops\, ask questions\, and share experiences – perfect for both new and seasoned volunteers. \n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/sjIwAw_MR-yw_cXBGC8PFA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/september-2026-housing-law-sidebar/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260212T203117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T203117Z
UID:29254-1791201600-1791204300@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:October Housing Law Sidebar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly Housing Law Sidebar on Zoom! This informal virtual lunch brings together VLN housing staff and volunteers to discuss housing tops\, ask questions\, and share experiences – perfect for both new and seasoned volunteers. \n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/sjIwAw_MR-yw_cXBGC8PFA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/october-2026-housing-law-sidebar/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260212T203159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T203159Z
UID:29256-1793620800-1793623500@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:November Housing Law Sidebar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly Housing Law Sidebar on Zoom! This informal virtual lunch brings together VLN housing staff and volunteers to discuss housing tops\, ask questions\, and share experiences – perfect for both new and seasoned volunteers. \n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/sjIwAw_MR-yw_cXBGC8PFA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/november-2026-housing-law-sidebar/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261207T124500
DTSTAMP:20260503T072141
CREATED:20260212T203251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T203251Z
UID:29258-1796644800-1796647500@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:December Housing Law Sidebar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly Housing Law Sidebar on Zoom! This informal virtual lunch brings together VLN housing staff and volunteers to discuss housing tops\, ask questions\, and share experiences – perfect for both new and seasoned volunteers. \n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/sjIwAw_MR-yw_cXBGC8PFA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/december-2026-housing-law-sidebar/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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