Eviction Defense

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VOLUNTEER

• Contact Sebastian to get connected with a case!

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EVICTION DEFENSE BASICS

• Volunteer Lawyers Network and Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid teamed up to get you the actual numbers when it comes to eviction defense. Research has shown tenants who are represented in Housing Court do much better than tenants who represent themselves. See the data for yourself here.
• Time Commitment: 10+ hours
• Our staff attorney Sebastian will be available for mentoring and assistance throughout the process.
• Training and practice materials:
  • Housing Court Clinic Training: On Demand
    This training will give you the basics of providing pro bono services for parties of eviction and rent escrow matters at their court hearings via ZOOM, so you can join the fight for justice.
  • Overview of Full Representation Eviction Defense Cases 
  • Eviction Defense Checklist
  • Court forms and links
• Complete a Case Closing Form once you have finished representing your client.