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Adult Representation Services

Dedicated advocacy

ars logoAdult Representation Services is a Hennepin County department that provides independent legal representation, advocacy and support to clients experiencing poverty in civil matters where they are entitled to an attorney. We connect clients to resources to help them achieve self-sufficiency and advocate to protect their rights in and outside of court.

Learn about our programs and services.

We are not affiliated with the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office, Adult Protection Services, or the Child Support Division. Consultation with us is confidential.

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No open positions with ARS are available at this time.

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Staff highlights: Sara Buggs, investigator

As the first investigator for ARS, Sara Buggs assists the legal teams by planning, organizing and conducting investigations, collaborating across all practice areas.

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New documentary highlights ARS housing team

In a new video, the national nonprofit Invisible People highlighted Hennepin County’s vision and the progress we have made. Along with other county partners, the video features interviews with ARS staff and clients.

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Staff highlights: Maisue Thao, guardianship attorney

People who are subject to guardianship are often vulnerable and need someone to look out for their best interests. Maisue Thao, an attorney on the ARS guardianship team, has devoted her career to doing just that.

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