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SUMMARY:(Part 1) VLN and State Support Present: Chapter 7 Bankruptcies For Low-Income Clients
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer 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. Registration is required. Register here.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/may-7-cle-chapter-7/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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SUMMARY:May Housing Law Chat & Chew
DESCRIPTION:The Chat and Chew is a time for VLN housing staff and volunteers to eat a (virtual) lunch together\, chat about a housing topic\, and socialize with one another. This is an informal event. There are no power points\, just good conversation. A VLN staff member will kick things off with a quick welcome\, but the real focus is on open discussion. \nOn Monday May 5\, 2025 at 12pm\, we’re hosting an open office-hours-style Chat and Chew. Bring your questions\, ideas\, tricky case issues\, or thoughts you’ve been chewing on. Whether it’s something you’ve encountered in a clinic shift\, a housing law nuance you’re curious about\, or just something you’d like to bounce off others\, this is the space for it. New and seasoned volunteers alike are welcome to join in\, listen\, share\, and connect. \nAs always\, come for the chat\, stay for the chew! \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VIPLfEtaRJWHlajw4XXNMA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/may-housing-chew/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T190000
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SUMMARY:Silent Auction at the HCBA Bar Benefit
DESCRIPTION:The Hennepin County Bar Foundation is hosting their annual Bar Benefit on Thursday\, May 1 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Mosaic Venue\, 817 S 5th Ave #300 Minneapolis\, MN 55404. At the Bar Benefit\, VLN hosts our Silent Auction\, where items such as baseball tickets\, restaurant gift cards\, and experiences are available to bid on\, supporting VLN’s work in providing quality legal services to low income Minnesotans at zero cost. \nFor more information and tickets to the HCBA Bar Benefit\, click here.\nOnline bidding will be available closer to the event!
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/silent-auction-2025/
LOCATION:Mosaic Events Venue\, 817 5th Ave S\, Suite 300\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250325T193913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T210724Z
UID:27863-1746014400-1746030600@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Annual Housing Law Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Register now at https://vln.formstack.com/forms/2025ahls 
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/ahls25/
LOCATION:Fredrikson & Byron\, 60 South Sixth Street\, Suite 1500\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T130000
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SUMMARY:VLN Core Training: Conciliation Court Basics
DESCRIPTION:Details: This presentation will give you the knowledge to give advice to and represent clients in conciliation court.  Topics include differences between conciliation court and district court\, basic questions for all clients\, and some example scenarios. Come learn how to navigate this unique venue within our court system. \nPresenter: Sebastian Ellefson is the Program Manager and Resource Attorney for VLN’s Civil and Administrative Law Program. Before his current position\, he was a Housing Resource Attorney at VLN and has worked for both the City of Chicago Department of Law and Cook County Court System. \nLocation: Zoom \nRegistration: Click here to register \nCLE: 1 hour of CLE Credit to be applied for.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/core-cle-april-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250114T231208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T193223Z
UID:27511-1745323200-1745325900@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-april-22-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T084500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250114T231115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T192600Z
UID:27509-1744272000-1744274700@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-april-10-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T120000
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CREATED:20250115T183944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T130950Z
UID:27520-1744027200-1744029900@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:April Housing Law Chat & Chew
DESCRIPTION:The Chat and Chew is a time for VLN housing staff and volunteers to eat a (virtual) lunch together\, chat about a housing topic\, and socialize with one another. This is an informal event. There will be no power point presentations\, but instead a brief introduction to a topic by a VLN staff member\, followed by a discussion. Volunteers are encouraged to share stories of their experiences with housing cases with one another\, and maybe learn a little – and of course\, do some chewing too! This is casual and for all our volunteers – brand new and experienced alike! \nOn April 7\, 2025 we will discuss the Habitability Fund.  What is it?  Where did it come from?  Who is eligible?  How do you apply?  What are we looking for in an application?  What are the guidelines for approval?  We will discuss all of these things and explaining when clients can get assistance paying rent into court.  \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KLnBVMioQUa7fj18ykMBNA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/april-housing-chew/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250114T225616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T174445Z
UID:27507-1742904000-1742906700@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register.  \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/vo-march-25-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241028T184135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T175832Z
UID:27151-1742385600-1742389200@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Core CLE: Housing Court Basics
DESCRIPTION:This CLE will provide an overview of volunteering in Housing Court and the legal framework for representing clients in typical cases in Housing Court and navigating through Zoom Court efficiently.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is required. Click here to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0XHDHFJpSlyeo7EWYjRI8A#/registration
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/core-cle-march-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T084500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250114T225502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T174000Z
UID:27505-1741852800-1741855500@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-march-13-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250115T183817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T192052Z
UID:27519-1741003200-1741005900@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:March Housing Law Chat & Chew
DESCRIPTION:The Chat and Chew is a time for VLN housing staff and volunteers to eat a (virtual) lunch together\, chat about a housing topic\, and socialize with one another. This is an informal event. There will be no power point presentations\, but instead a brief introduction to a topic by a VLN staff member\, followed by a discussion. Volunteers are encouraged to share stories of their experiences with housing cases with one another\, and maybe learn a little – and of course\, do some chewing too! This is casual and for all our volunteers – brand new and experienced alike! \nFor March\, Samuel Savage\, in private practice\, has agreed to talk to us about the FDCPA notice and how we can potentially use it to our clients’ advantage. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8RIPISTLRUCkJxFCJNNxQA
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/march-housing-chew/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250114T225401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T172958Z
UID:27503-1740484800-1740487500@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-feb-25-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T084500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250114T225233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T172400Z
UID:27501-1739433600-1739436300@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-feb-13-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241028T183700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T201910Z
UID:27148-1739361600-1739365200@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Core CLE: Immigration 101 and Post Election Updates
DESCRIPTION:Details: This training will cover immigration basics for non-immigration practitioners\, how to identify clients who should be referred to an immigration attorney\, updates in immigration law\, policy and practice post-election\, and how non-immigration attorneys can volunteer to do an immigration case with VLN. \nPresenter: Colleen Beebe Purisaca manages the Immigration Program for Volunteer Lawyers Network.  She has been working with immigrants and refugees since the 1980s.  Prior to law school she was a BIA (now DOJ) Accredited Representative for Lutheran Social Service and the Immigrant Law Center of MN.  She has practiced immigration law as a lawyer since 1996 with the Immigrant Law Center of MN\, The Advocates for Human Rights\, Peace and Hope International\, and since 2015 the Volunteer Lawyers Network.  She helped start both the Park Avenue Legal Clinic and the Cambodian Asylum Project in 1997.  She is third culture\, bilingual\, and lives\, works and worships in the Latino community. \nCLE: 1 hour of CLE Credit to be applied for. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/core-cle-feb-12-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250127T201503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T201503Z
UID:27586-1739268000-1739275200@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Core Training: Special Immigrant Juvenile Status - The First Step of Obtaining the Predicate Order
DESCRIPTION:Details: Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) is a form of immigration relief for children who have been abused\, neglected or abandoned by a parent. SIJS provides a pathway to become lawful permanent residents. For a child to apply for SIJS\, they first need to have a state court or “predicate” order. During this training\, we will walk through obtaining a predicate order in different venues. \n\nFirst Hour: learn how to request a predicate order in family court for children under the age of 18. We will discuss the basics of a custody/third party custody/divorce case and adding in a request for special findings.\nSecond Hour: Discover how to request obtaining a predicate order in juvenile court for youth between the ages of 18-20. We will explore the fundamentals of an at-risk guardianship case and adding in the request for special findings.\n\nPlease note: each hour of this training is a separate CLE with its own CLE code. You are welcome to attend one or both CLEs. There will be some overlap in the CLEs. \nPresenter: Kara Rieke\, Family Resource Attorney\, VLN. Kara joined Volunteer Lawyers Network (VLN) as the Family Law Resource Attorney in 2016. After graduating from William Mitchell in 2004\, Kara worked at Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) for nine years\, practicing in housing discrimination for one year and as a family law staff attorney for the remaining years. She also worked for over three years as a family court Guardian ad Litem. \nCLE: 2 hours of CLE Credit to be applied for. \nThis training is free. Registration is required. Please register by clicking here.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/core-cle-feb-11-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250203T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250108T145734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T192030Z
UID:27399-1738584000-1738586700@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:February Housing Law Chat & Chew
DESCRIPTION:The Chat and Chew is a time for VLN housing staff and volunteers to eat a (virtual) lunch together\, chat about a housing topic\, and socialize with one another. This is an informal event. There will be no power point presentations\, but instead a brief introduction to a topic by a VLN staff member\, followed by a discussion. Volunteers are encouraged to share stories of their experiences with housing cases with one another\, and maybe learn a little – and of course\, do some chewing too! This is casual and for all our volunteers – brand new and experienced alike! \nFor February\, Steven Schmidt of MMLA’s Disability Law Center\, has agreed to talk with us about the intersection of disability law and housing law\, particularly around ICS housing and the eviction process \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fp-M78BRSby0eKHjQOh2Iw
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/feb-housing-law-chat-chew/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241007T172243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T183842Z
UID:27102-1738065600-1738068300@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-jan-21-2024/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241028T182345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T200641Z
UID:27146-1737028800-1737032400@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Core CLE: Bankruptcy
DESCRIPTION:This training includes a panel of three bankruptcy attorneys who have track records of successfully working with low-income clients to effectively discharge their debts via a Chapter 7 bankruptcy.  While the primary focus of the training will be on how getting the case off to a good start is essential to working successfully with your bankruptcy client\, the panel will also share best practices for getting the case across the finish line and receiving a Discharge Order.  Additionally\, it will include a brief review of the state and federal exemptions available to protect a debtor’s property in bankruptcy.  This training is appropriate for volunteers who are interested in taking their first bankruptcy case or newer bankruptcy volunteers who are interested in honing their practice. \nPresenters: \nRon Lundquist has practiced exclusively in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy since 1999. In that time\, Ron has successfully helped thousands of Minnesota families\, businesses and individuals get a fresh start.  Ron graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1992\, and from William Mitchell College of Law in 1996. \nDave Peterson has volunteered with VLN since 2020\, first with Letters to Creditors\, then briefly with housing\, before signing up with the Bankruptcy Clinic where he has helped many clients with Chapter 7 bankruptcies. Dave graduated from William Mitchell College of Law in 2014.  He also has experience with probate and real estate. \nChris Kramer has practiced bankruptcy law since 2012.  Chris started working at Volunteer Lawyers Network in 2017\, and he is the manager and resource attorney of VLN’s Bankruptcy Program.  Chris graduated from Hamline University Law School in 2011. \nCLE: 1 hour of CLE Credit to be applied for.  \nRegistration is required. Register by clicking here.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/core-cle-jan-2025/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20250107T222540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T222540Z
UID:27396-1736503200-1736506800@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Basics: Educators and Social Workers
DESCRIPTION:Details\nThis training is designed for individuals who are working with non-citizen children and young adults in educational or social services settings. In this session\, we will cover the basic immigration structures in the United States\, immigration relief options with a specific focus on Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)\, and how to connect students and young adults to immigration legal services. \nThis training will be conducted by a Hub partner organization. The Hub is supported by funding made available through the State of Minnesota’s Department of Human Services. \nThis training is part of a three-part presentation series. The next trainings will be: \nImmigration Basics: Healthcare Providers – February (date to be determined)\nImmigration Basics: Community Advocates – March (date to be determined) \n  \nRegistration \nRegister by clicking here. Once you register\, you will receive an email with MS TEAMS invitation attached. Please open this email and save the event to your calendar.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/immigration-basics-educators-and-social-workers/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T084500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241007T172125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T172125Z
UID:27100-1736409600-1736412300@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-jan-9-2024/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250106T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20240520T143859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T161022Z
UID:26580-1736164800-1736167500@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:January Housing Law Chat & Chew
DESCRIPTION:The Chat and Chew is a time for VLN housing staff and volunteers to eat a (virtual) lunch together\, chat about a housing topic\, and socialize with one another. This is an informal event. There will be no power point presentations\, but instead a brief introduction to a topic by a VLN staff member\, followed by a discussion. Volunteers are encouraged to share stories of their experiences with housing cases with one another\, and maybe learn a little – and of course\, do some chewing too! This is casual and for all our volunteers – brand new and experienced alike! \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsf-isrjwiHNOVM2gUOPIjG0CtLPmJYnyi
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/january-housing-law-chat-chew/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241218T181231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T181258Z
UID:27294-1735718400-1735750800@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:VLN Closed
DESCRIPTION:The VLN office is closed January 1.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/vln-closed-jan-1-2025/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241218T181049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T181049Z
UID:27292-1734940800-1735318800@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:VLN Closed
DESCRIPTION:The VLN office is closed from December 23 to December 27. The VLN office is also closed January 1.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/vln-closed-2024/
LOCATION:MN
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241007T171849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T171849Z
UID:27098-1734436800-1734439500@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-dec-17-2024/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T133000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241028T180833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T174138Z
UID:27143-1733918400-1733923800@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Core CLE: Dissolutions without Children
DESCRIPTION:This “core” training will prepare volunteers to take their first full representation family law case from start to finish – a dissolution without children. This training covers the applicable rules and statutes\, the procedure of the case from start to finish\, and practical pointers such as what documents to file and what a trial looks like. Presented by Cathleen Sykes of Sykes Family Law\, P.A.  \n1.5 CLE Credits  \nRegistration is required. Register by clicking here.
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/core-cle-dec-2024/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T084500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241007T171657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T171657Z
UID:27095-1733385600-1733388300@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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-dec-5-2024/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241202T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20240520T143734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T143734Z
UID:26578-1733140800-1733143500@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:December Housing Law Chat & Chew
DESCRIPTION:The Chat and Chew is a time for VLN housing staff and volunteers to eat a (virtual) lunch together\, chat about a housing topic\, and socialize with one another. This is an informal event. There will be no power point presentations\, but instead a brief introduction to a topic by a VLN staff member\, followed by a discussion. Volunteers are encouraged to share stories of their experiences with housing cases with one another\, and maybe learn a little – and of course\, do some chewing too! This is casual and for all our volunteers – brand new and experienced alike! \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlc-qhpjIoHNTHTyvEiYGlJc-sA5kguSnR
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/december-housing-law-chat-chew/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T124500
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241007T145512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T145512Z
UID:27092-1732017600-1732020300@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Starting October 1\, 2024\, 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. \nRegistration is required. Click here to register. \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/vo-nov-19-2024/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260413T114017
CREATED:20241024T152921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T175910Z
UID:27124-1731499200-1731502800@www.vlnmn.org
SUMMARY:Core CLE: Conciliation Court Advice Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Learn everything you need to know to advise the general public on conciliation court cases\, from filing to trial.  This training will prepare volunteers to take conciliation court phone advice clinic shifts. Presented by VLN Civil Program Manager and Resource Attorney Sebastian Ellefson. \n1 CLE Credit \nRegistration is required.  Click here to register !
URL:https://www.vlnmn.org/event/core-cle-nov-2024/
LOCATION:Remote Via Webinar\, 600 Nicollet Mall\,\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55402\, United States
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