Legal Resources

Legal Agencies and Programs

Chrysalis refers to agencies and programs that provide free or low-cost legal services to low-income people and that assist specific communities.

Private Lawyers

Clients are given names of three lawyers practicing a specific area of law. Advocacy tips for choosing and working with a lawyer are available.

Referral lawyers will consider your financial situation when setting fees. Some lawyers may offer free initial consultations, reduced rates, or payment plans.

For Referrals to Legal Agencies and Programs or to Private Lawyers, call 612-871-0118, and select option 2.

Chrysalis Legal Brochures

Available online:

• Preparing For Divorce (162KB pdf)
• How is Child Custody Decided? (177KB pdf)
• Choosing and Working with a Lawyer (142KB pdf)
• Sample Divorce Case (242KB pdf)
• Do You Need Help? (547KB pdf)
• Domestic Violence (833KB pdf)
• Stalking (725KB pdf)
• Non-Lawyer Legal Professionals (1332KB pdf)
• Mediation, page 1 (288KB pdf)
• Mediation, page 2

To request hard copies of these free legal brochures, call 612-871-0118, and select option 2.

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