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.
SMRLS forms
Legal forms
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)
Tell us your story
Have an inspiring story about the work you do as a volunteer? Share your experience with us.
Upcoming events
Connect with other volunteer attorneys, donors, and SMRLS staff at one of our upcoming events.