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Poverty in Our Community

CMLS serves 21 counties within Minnesota. Within our service area, there are 237,998 people living in poverty.

Justice Gap in America

LSC released a report on the justice gap of low-income Americans.

In the past year, 71% of low-income households experienced at least one civil legal problem, including problems with domestic violence, veterans’ benefits, disability access, housing conditions, and health care. Only 20% sought professional legal help.

Legislative Changes | July 13, 2017

Don’t turn our backs on justice for all

Access to justice is a fundamental principle upon which our country was founded. The phrase “Equal Justice Under Law” is engraved on the front of the U.S. Supreme Court building. Learn more...

Poverty in Our Community

CMLS serves 21 counties within Minnesota. Within our service area, there are 237,998 people living in poverty.

Justice Gap in America

LSC released a report on the justice gap of low-income Americans.

In the past year, 71% of low-income households experienced at least one civil legal problem, including problems with domestic violence, veterans’ benefits, disability access, housing conditions, and health care. Only 20% sought professional legal help.