This training is for volunteers interested in taking on clients for criminal expungement. We will go over criminal expungement basics including the types of Criminal Expungements available in Minnesota, eligible offenses, required waiting periods, and the factors courts consider in their decision-making. Volunteers can learn more about criminal expungement and bring any questions they have....
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...
Join us on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Nicollet Island Pavilion in celebrating the dedication of our volunteers and the courage of our clients in an evening reception of drinks and dinner. Reception will be followed by our program, highlighting a client and volunteer story, awarding our 2024 Volunteer of the Year and John D. Levine Distinguished...
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...
Registration required by October 10. Register here!
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Volunteer Lawyers Network will be tabling at Mitchell Hamline School of Law to do outreach to students on pro bono opportunities.
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. This training will be...
Volunteer Lawyers Network will be tabling at the University of Minnesota Law School to do outreach to students on pro bono opportunities.
In-Person Only Event | Social following 1-Hour Presentation Many lawyers genuinely want to do pro bono work but avoid it because of various misunderstandings and assumptions about how it actually works. One of the biggest myths is about malpractice coverage. The reality is that virtually every provider carries insurance for volunteers. There are other myths,...
Volunteer Lawyers Network will be tabling at the University of St. Thomas School of Law to do outreach to students on pro bono opportunities.
Join us for drinks, laughs, chowing down, and, of course, bingo, all while raising money towards access to justice in Minnesota. This bingo is hosted by Minneapolis drag queens Nina DiAngelo and Monica West at Roxy's Cabaret. Reservations are free and highly recommended! Reserve your seats at roxyscabaret.com. $10 suggested donation per bingo card to...
