Volunteer Resources

List of Resources

Many thanks to our current volunteers in our Volunteer Attorney Program (VAP). Here are some resources and information to help you do your work.


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SMRLS forms


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Legal forms


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Legal resources

Homeless Youth Handbook
LawHelpMN: Legal information for clients
Pro Bono To Go: Interview guides and checklists to help you in your pro bono work
ProJusticeMN: Legal information and resources for pro bono attorneys, including forms, background information, training information, practice tools
Minnesota Rules of Professional Responsibility 6.1
Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education: Rule on CLE credits for pro bono service
Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education: Rule on Emeritus pro bono service
Minnesota State Bar Association North Star Pro Bono Recognition Program

Our Staff

Contact your area's volunteer coordinator:

Lead Attorney

Valerie Snyder (Valerie.Snyder@smrls.org)

Southwest Minnesota Volunteer Coordinator:

Forrest McKnight (Forrest.Mcknight@smrls.org)

Metro area Volunteer Coordinator/Supervising Coordinator:

Emily Bowen (Emily.Bowen@smrls.org)

Southeast Minnesota Volunteer Coordinator:

Anna Dolde (Anna.Dolde@smrls.org)

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Tell us your story

Have an inspiring story about the work you do as a volunteer? Share your experience with us.

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Upcoming events

Connect with other volunteer attorneys, donors, and SMRLS staff at one of our upcoming events.